Kampala — Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), backed by security personnel from the Uganda Police Force and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces, on Saturday raided the residence of former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among as part of ongoing investigations into alleged corruption, illicit wealth accumulation, and money laundering.
The operation, which lasted several hours, saw a heavy security presence deployed around the property as forensic officers and investigators conducted searches and collected material believed to be relevant to the probe.
Authorities remained guarded about details of the operation by press time and had not confirmed whether Among was present during the search. No official statement had also been issued regarding possible arrests or recoveries made during the raid.
Sources familiar with the investigations said the probe is centred on allegations relating to financial transactions, acquisition of assets, and suspected abuse of office.
The raid comes at a politically delicate moment following the transition from the 11th to the 12th Parliament, amid heightened public attention on accountability within public institutions and parliamentary leadership.
Among has previously faced international scrutiny over corruption allegations. In 2024, the United Kingdom imposed sanctions on her and other Ugandan officials under its anti-corruption sanctions regime, including travel bans and asset freezes. Similar measures were later announced by the United States targeting several officials accused of corruption-related misconduct.
While Ugandan authorities have not directly linked the latest operation to the international sanctions, Saturday’s developments are expected to reignite debate over corruption, public accountability, and governance standards within state institutions.
The investigation is understood to be part of broader efforts by security and accountability agencies to strengthen enforcement against corruption and illicit financial practices in public office.
Recently, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni reiterated calls for stronger action against corruption, describing graft as a major impediment to national development and efficient public service delivery.
By Saturday evening, investigators had not disclosed whether additional individuals were under investigation as inquiries into the matter continued.