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Uganda’s choice: The eight candidates seeking to lead

The election is set against the backdrop of Uganda's imminent oil production starting in October.

Photo credit: Daily Monitor

Today, more than 21.6 million Ugandans will head to the polls to elect a president for the next five years, alongside choosing a new parliament.

The vote comes at a pivotal moment, with the country preparing for the commercial production of oil and gas expected to begin in October.