UVote for Android

Brief overview of UVote

UVote is a free Android application created to support transparent electoral observation in Uganda. It enables citizens and accredited observers to share first-hand accounts from polling locations, helping document how voting and counting are carried out across the country.

Core functions

Submit real-time reports from polling places, including vote tallies, notable incidents, and general observations.
Attach supporting media such as photos and short videos to strengthen reported information.
Use structured forms that guide users through consistent reporting fields for clearer, comparable data.
Send location-enabled entries so each report is tied to a specific polling station or area.

Who should use it

UVote is intended for:

Local residents who want to participate in upholding election transparency.
Officially registered election observers and civic groups collecting data from the field.
Journalists, researchers, and civil-society actors seeking verified, on-the-ground accounts.

How it contributes to electoral transparency

By collecting timely, geotagged reports and media, the app helps build a grassroots picture of election-day events. Aggregated observations can expose patterns, highlight problematic areas, and support accountability efforts by civil-society organizations and the public.

Important limitations

UVote is an auxiliary reporting tool and does not replace official tallies; it does not publish certified election results.
Reports depend on user submissions and may require verification before being used as evidence.
The completeness and reliability of coverage vary by user participation and network availability.

Temp Mail (free) — a disposable email service that some users employ for temporary account creation and communications.