By Sir Dean Lubowa Saava
Investigative Desk
Anita Among Expected Before Anti-Corruption Court Amid Shs 31 Billion Parliament Scandal Kampala, Uganda – Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among, who also serves as Bukedea District Woman MP, is at the centre of one of Uganda’s most high-profile anti-corruption investigations in recent years.
Prosecutors have reportedly completed their file, paving the way for formal charges against the former Speaker over alleged corruption, abuse of office, illicit enrichment, and money laundering linked to the diversion of billions of shillings from parliamentary resources between 2023 and 2026.
Court Appearance Scheduled Among was expected to appear before the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala on Tuesday, July 8, 2026, with some reports indicating a 10am or 2pm session. However, latest updates as of Monday evening suggest the arraignment may have been postponed as final legal processes are concluded.
Sources close to the investigations told local media that the prosecution file is now ready and with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for review. If charges are sanctioned, Among would become the highest-ranking former parliamentary leader to face prosecution in this probe.
Massive Raids and Seizures The investigation intensified in mid-May 2026 when a joint team comprising the Inspectorate of Government (IGG), Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), and other security agencies raided multiple properties linked to Among in Nakasero, Kigo, Ntinda, and her rural home in Bukedea District
Authorities seized:
- Luxury vehicles, including a Rolls-Royce Cullinan (valued at approximately Shs 3.4–3.6 billion) and a Range Rover.
- Large amounts of cash in Ugandan shillings and foreign currencies.
- Documents, laptops, phones, CCTV footage, and other electronic devices.
Parliament Officials Already Charged Seven senior parliamentary officials who served during Among’s tenure have already been arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court on charges of embezzlement, causing financial loss, and money laundering.
They include:
- Daniel Adilo (Director of Human Resource) – allegedly Shs 14.6 billion
- Chris Obore Ariko (Director of Communications) – allegedly Shs 5.25 billion
- Leonard Okema (former Executive Secretary to the Speaker) – allegedly Shs 3.49 billion
- Rajab Kaaya Ssemalulu, Vincent Otebata, Emmanuel Emuron Okwi, Methods Murebe, and others.
Prosecutors allege the group collectively diverted approximately Shs 31.9–37 billion from parliamentary accounts.
International Sanctions and Background
Among previously faced sanctions from the United Kingdom (April 2024) and the United States (May 2024) over alleged corruption linked to her leadership of Parliament. The sanctions included travel bans and asset freezes.
The current probe follows public outcry, petitions to the IGG over wealth declaration, and exposes on irregular spending, service awards to commissioners, and alleged diversion of committee budgets and travel funds.
Among has consistently denied any wrongdoing and is said to have cooperated with investigators by recording statements. She withdrew from the race for Speaker of the 12th Parliament in May 2026.
Public Significance The case has generated widespread attention as a potential test of the government’s commitment to fighting corruption at the highest levels. It comes at a time when Uganda continues to debate accountability, public resource management, and leadership integrity.TV10 will continue to monitor developments and bring you live updates from court once proceedings are confirmed.
