You have the right to form or join a political party or political organisation, as long as it follows the Constitution and is registered with the government. Parliament can make laws to control how parties are funded and how they operate. You are also free to stand for an election as an independent candidate, without being part of any party. However, Parliament can regulate how independents participate in elections and how they are financed.

Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, the right to form political parties and any other political organisations is guaranteed.

An organisation shall not operate as a political party or organisation unless it conforms to the principles laid down in this Constitution and it is registered.

Parliament shall by law regulate the financing and functioning of political organisations.

Any person is free to stand for an election as a candidate, independent of a political organisation or political party.

Parliament shall by law regulate the manner of participation in and financing of elections by individuals seeking political office as independent candidates.

Citizens can form political parties that follow constitutional principles and register with the government. Independent candidates are also allowed.

Article 72: Right to form political parties in Uganda

 Right to form political parties or political organisations

Article 72: Right to form political parties in Uganda

Political systems

72. Right to form political parties or political organisations

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