EC Delays Payments to 2026 Poll Workers Over Mobile Money Issues
Uganda’s Electoral Commission (EC) faces criticism for tardy payments to thousands of temporary poll workers and security personnel who assisted the 2026 national elections. Discrepancies in mobile money registration details prohibit several transactions. The EC now verifies claims in phases to fix the issue.
The Commission hired nearly 10,000 temporary staff nationwide. Polling officials earned Shs100,000 for election-day tasks. Their deputies received Shs75,000. Workers also got basic refreshments, such as bottled water, soda, and biscuits. More than a month after voting ended, many still await their allowances.
Security workers confront similar issues. Some Uganda Police Force officers, sent to guard presidential candidates, report unpaid payments reaching up to Shs10 million. Frustration develops among these workers who expected speedy recompense.
EC spokesperson Julius Muchunguzi highlighted the main cause. Payments flow through mobile money systems, but transfers fail when phone numbers do not match the beneficiary’s registered name. This mismatch precludes successful processing. The Commission ranks officials who handled the presidential election first. Verification continues for remaining groups.
Muchunguzi encouraged patience. Affected workers should wait while the EC corrects records and completes payouts. He highlighted that precise identifying data ensure smooth payments. The delays underscore a recurring issue with large-scale public payments. Workers can help speed things up by checking their mobile money registrations match government records.
Those with difficulties should contact their supervising officers or the EC directly for guidance. Timely payment promotes morale and supports future electoral engagement. The EC commits to conclude the procedure soon.
Delays in paying 2026 poll workers originate from mobile money mismatches, but the Electoral Commission (EC) advances phased verification. Patience and exact details will unlock owed allowances for dedicated temporary staff and security personnel.
What of us who have no mismatch why are we not paid full
I never received my allowance
I never received all the Three my allowance from Electral commission I used the number which is not responding to my names the one responded to my names is 0744965318
I never received all the Three my allowance from Electral commission I used the number which is not responding to my names the one responds to my names is 0744965318