Election Calendar

Every stage of the 2026 FIOSA NEC election, from committee inauguration through to swearing-in, in the order it will happen.

SEP07

Publication of Notice of Election

The Electoral Committee formally announces the election cycle and opens the process to all registered members.

SEP13

Nomination Window Opens

Interested and eligible members may begin submitting their nomination forms through the portal.

SEP26

Nomination Window Closes

Deadline for all nomination submissions; late entries will not be considered.

SEP27

Candidate Screening

The Committee verifies each nominee against the constitutional eligibility criteria for the office sought. (27 – 30 September 2026)

OCT01

Final Candidate List Published

The certified list of contestants is published on the portal and made available to all members.

OCT02

Agent Submission Deadline

Each certified candidate submits the name of their one (1) authorised election agent.

OCT17

E-Voting Opens

The secure voting window begins at 10:00 AM; verified voters receive their personalised ballot link.

OCT18

E-Voting Closes

The voting window closes at 09:59 AM after a full 24-hour cycle, in line with the constitutional minimum.

OCT18

Announcement of Results

The Commission declares and publishes collated results on the portal at 5:00 PM.

OCT19

Appeals Window

Members may lodge formal, evidence-backed petitions regarding the election’s conduct or outcome. (19 – 23 October 2026)

OCT24

Run-off Election (if required)

Held only where two contestants for a single office are tied on votes cast.

NOV01

Swearing-In / Handover

Newly elected officers take the oath of office, and the outgoing executives formally hand over.