news 19 May 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Inspectorate of Government Launches Probe into Anita Among's Wealth
The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has initiated a preliminary inquiry into the assets and conduct of former Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, following numerous public petitions. This investigation coincides with recent searches of parliamentary offices and the former Speaker's residences. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/we-have-received-several-petitions-against-among-igg-5466012
The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has officially confirmed the launch of a preliminary investigation into the wealth and actions of former Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among. This development adds a new legal dimension for the politician amidst ongoing scrutiny of her properties and office.
Inspector General of Government (IGG) Lady Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala stated that the office is responding to public and legal pressure. “We have received several petitions against former Speaker Anita Among and have commenced preliminary investigations. We can’t divulge any information prematurely,” Batala confirmed.
This announcement follows significant events at Parliament on Tuesday, where heavily armed security personnel searched the offices of the former Speaker and the Clerk to Parliament. These searches, reportedly ordered by President Yoweri Museveni, come after similar operations at Among’s private residences over the weekend, with investigators reportedly looking into allegations of corruption, abuse of office, and money laundering.
The current inquiry appears to mark a shift from the IG’s previous handling of allegations against the politician. Under prior leadership, the Inspectorate faced criticism for allegedly being slow to act on issues concerning the 11th Parliament. The IG had previously cleared Among of wrongdoing concerning UK property allegations in early 2025.
With the conclusion of the 12th Parliament’s swearing-in ceremonies, and no longer holding the Speakership, Among now faces intensified focus on her asset declarations under the Leadership Code Act. Lawyers have reportedly filed complaints alleging that she failed to declare or under-declared her wealth.
The escalating investigations, as parliamentary staff are temporarily unable to access their offices and auditors examine files, signal a significant shift in institutional protection for a prominent political figure. This situation highlights growing anti-corruption momentum in Uganda, a country whose 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index score dropped to 25 out of 100, ranking 148th out of 182 nations.