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Early Signs of Political Unrest Worry IRCU

24 June, 2025
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The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU) has raised concerns over early signs of political violence ahead of the party primaries and the recently held youth elections. 


Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu of the Church of Uganda and Chairperson of the IRCU, while speaking at the launch of the National Mobilization for a Peaceful, Credible 2026 Election, Stability, and Social Cohesion at the IRCU offices in Kampala, called on all political actors to use proper language and uphold values that promote unity rather than division.

Additionally, Kaziimba asked the media to avoid sensationalism and to verify information before reporting. He emphasized that the reporting should promote hope, not hostility, noting that the media has the power to inform, inspire, and unite.

Joshua Kitakule, the Secretary General of IRCU, said that IRCU will spearhead the National Mobilisation for Peaceful and Social Cohesion, an initiative aimed at fostering national unity, social accountability, and electoral preparedness through a multi-sectoral engagement framework.

Justice Simon Byabakama, the Chairman of the Electoral Commission, emphasized that the role of ensuring free and fair elections cannot be the work of the Electoral Commission alone. 
Byabakama noted that the commission is ready to work with anyone who is committed to bringing peace to the electoral process. 

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