The Government of Uganda has firmly rejected allegations that its nationals living along the border are being registered to vote in Kenya’s upcoming 2027 General Election, maintaining that Kampala has neither the intention nor any role in interfering with its neighbour’s democratic processes.
The official position was delivered on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, during a media briefing at Kingdom Kampala House.
Addressing journalists, Kadaga emphasized that determining voter eligibility and safeguarding the integrity of Kenya’s electoral system are strictly the statutory responsibilities of Kenyan institutions operating under Kenyan law.
“Uganda has no role in, and does not interfere with, the electoral processes of the Republic of Kenya,” Kadaga declared, reiterating that Uganda respects Kenya’s sovereignty and expects reciprocal respect.
She distanced the government from any unlawful individual actions, expressing readiness to collaborate with Kenyan security, immigration, and electoral authorities through diplomatic channels. Kadaga warned against collective suspicion or harassment of Ugandans residing in Kenya, noting that peaceful border communities share deep historical, cultural, and commercial ties that must not be disrupted by political friction.
Crisis Over Ugandan SME Closures in South Sudan
Turning to regional commerce, the Minister raised serious concerns regarding mounting reports that Ugandan-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Sudan are being forcibly closed, restricted, or subjected to administrative bottlenecks.
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While acknowledging South Sudan’s sovereign right to regulate commerce within its borders, Kadaga stressed that trade regulations must remain transparent, fair, non-discriminatory, and aligned with the East African Community (EAC) treaty principles.
“Ugandan businesspeople in South Sudan make an important contribution to employment, trade, revenue generation, and regional economic integration,” Kadaga stated, cautioning against unsubstantiated claims until circumstances are fully verified.
She urged all affected Ugandan entrepreneurs in South Sudan to document their grievances and report them directly to Ugandan diplomatic missions to enable formal, evidence-based engagements with Juba.
Kadaga reaffirmed that while Uganda seeks no confrontation with its EAC partners, it will firmly and responsibly protect the legitimate interests and safety of its citizens across the region.
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