Anita Annet Among has lauded the 11th legislative assembly as one of the most productive and remarkable in Uganda’s history. Speaking shortly after swearing-in on Wednesday as the Bukedea Woman Member of Parliament, Among, who chaired the 11th Parliament, described the house as a hardworking institution dedicated to the plight of the common man.
Her remarks come at a pivotal moment as the 11th Parliament enters its final stretch, marked by a high volume of legislation and intense political debate.
Among’s assertions of a “very good parliament” are backed by significant legislative output that includes the passing of 138 Bills, the adoption of 201 Resolutions on national issues, the presentation of 484 Committee Reports, and the address of 140 Ministerial Statements.
Notable legislations include the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Bill, the Computer Misuse Amendment Bill 2022, and the recently passed Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026, which has sparked national dialogue regarding foreign influence and civil liberties.
She expressed gratitude to President Yoweri Museveni for his leadership and for entrusting her with the Speakership mandate. She further commended security agencies for maintaining the stability required for Parliament to execute its constitutional duties.
While Among maintains a positive outlook, the 11th Parliament has not been without its storms. Critics and policy analysts have pointed to several “contentious issues” that have defined this term, especially the latest legislation on the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, which faced backlash from the opposition and civil rights groups. The Parliament also faced public outcry over tax amendments, including a 30% tax on second-hand clothes (Mivumba) and changes to the VAT threshold, though it successfully blocked a proposal to tax “Kyeyo” (remittance) earnings from Ugandans abroad.
The rising national debt remains a shadow over the 11th Parliament’s legacy, with the House approving several supplementary expenditures, including a recent Shillings 1.1 trillion package. While swearing in today, Anita’s influence was on full display, straying from the traditional alphabetical order, after several MPs closely associated with her were sworn in during her “slot.”
As she took the oath, her husband, Moses Magogo (Budiope East), and a contingent from the Bukedea, Ngora, and Buyende districts, including Patrick Opolot Isiagi and his wife Josephine Pedun (Ngora District Woman MP), David Becham Okwere (Kachumbala), and Sarah Namulondo (Buyende), immediately followed.
Although she declined to comment on the speakership race when asked, Among is currently facing mounting pressure to retain her coveted seat, especially after the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), led by the first son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, retracted their earlier endorsement to her new bid. She, however, remains firm that the institution has delivered on its promise to work tirelessly, leaving behind a legislative record that she believes will stand the test of time-URN. Give us feedback on this story through our email: kamwokyatimes@gmail.com
