Cord leader Raila Odinga has called on Ugandans to support a peaceful, transparent and credible electoral process, before, during, and after voting.
Uganda will go to the polls tomorrow.
This comes as Uganda’s opposition leader Kizza Besigye said he has no confidence the elections would be free or fair.
He was detained and released on Monday.
In a statement yesterday, Raila said the elections are critical to the future and stability of the country to strengthening democracy in East Africa.
“The elections in Uganda present a critical test to the country’s commitment to the ideals of a free and fair electoral contest that it has long fought for,” Raila said.
“We therefore appeal to the government and the electoral authorities to ensure a level playing field and a transparent conduct of the process.”
Uganda is one of Kenya’s biggest trading partners.
It is also home to thousands of Kenyans in various professions and businesses.
Raila urged the government of Uganda to provide security to prevent skirmishes and ensure the electorate are not intimidated.
“We particularly appeal to the youth to remain focused on future stability and progress of their country and refuse to be dragged into schemes that undermine that future,” he said.
“It is critical the state and the electoral authorities ensure an environment prevails that makes it easy and possible for all to cast votes.”
