Mayusi v Electoral Commision and Anor
Mayusi v Electoral Commision and Anor (Election Petition No. 26 of 2011) [2011] UGHCEP 302 (4 October 2011)
The court found that at Rurwa and Shamukunga polling stations, there was proven falsification of results, with the petitioner being credited with fewer votes than he actually received. The total discrepancy was approximately 150 votes, which exceeded the margin of victory (31 votes). Additionally, there was credible evidence of voter intimidation and harassment at Shamukunga polling station, which further affected the outcome. The court held that these irregularities constituted substantial non compliance with electoral laws and materially affected the results. However, the court was not sati…
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- Local Council Elections
- Electoral Offences
- Vote Falsification
- Voter Intimidation
- Remedies For Electoral Irregularities