Who is Jotham Taremwa? Flash Uganda Media looks at his biography, age, wife, family, tribe, career, author, work and experience, relationship with Mr. Paul Bukenya, early life and education of the former Spokesperson for the Electoral Commission of Uganda.
Jotham Taremwa is best known to the Ugandan public for having served as the Head of Public Relations and Communications or Spokesperson for the Uganda Electoral Commission (EC).
In 2025, he transitioned into active politics and contested on the NRM party flag as the Member of Parliament for Nyabushozi Constituency, Kiruhura District.
Taremwa is highly remembered as a dedicated civil servant, a seasoned communicator, and a measured voice during some of Uganda’s most pivotal political moments.
Early Life & Family Background
Jotham Taremwa is from the Western region of Uganda.
Education Background
He is an old student of Ntare Boys Secondary School, located in Mbarara District, South Western Uganda.
Career and Professional Work Experience
Jotham Taremwa held the position of Head of Public Relations and Communications or Spokesperson at the Electoral Commission of Uganda (EC) for some good years.
While in this role, he played a crucial role in managing media relations and countering misinformation especially during the highly charged 2016 General Elections.
He regularly appeared in press briefings, television interviews, and stakeholder meetings to clarify the Commission’s stance and procedures.
Taremwa’s tenure at the Electoral Commission concluded in an abrupt manner around July 2020. Following his departure, the role of spokesperson was temporarily taken up by Mr. Paul Bukenya.
After he served as spokesperson, Taremwa continued to contribute to national dialogue on governance, elections, and institutional communication. He later leveraged his name recognition and expertise to transition into active politics.
He entered the race for elective office, securing nomination to contest for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party flag for the Member of Parliament seat in the Nyabushozi Constituency, Kiruhura District.
His political campaign was founded on three pillars focused on community unity, effective lobbying for resources, and being a crucial connector between the people of Nyabushozi and the government.
However, after the NRM primaries concluded, the incumbent MP Wilson Kajwengye was the elected NRM flag bearer, a result Jotham disagreed with on the grounds of a lack of a free and fair election.
He took the case to court and threatened to bounce back. Court trials, however, ruled out any form of election malpractice, making him go back to square one.
Before joining the EC, Taremwa had held positions in public communication and media, working to bridge the gap between government agencies and the public.
Other Career Accomplishments
Jotham Taremwa is also known for advocating media freedom and responsible journalism, emphasizing the need for fact-based reporting during elections.
Demonstrating an interest in promoting local arts and community engagement, Taremwa has also served as the Patron of the Kiruhura Singers Association (KSA).
Achievements and Awards
Jotham Taremwa’s professionalism and ability to handle difficult questions with composure made him one of the most respected public relations figures in Uganda’s public sector.
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