Political discussions in Uganda have intensified following remarks by veteran journalist and political commentator Andrew Mwenda regarding the country’s future leadership.
Mwenda claimed that the person currently causing concern in President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s reported succession calculations is the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among.
According to Mwenda, Among has in recent years become one of the most powerful political figures in the country, gaining influence across several important institutions.
He alleged that the Speaker has gradually built strong control within the Parliament of Uganda, where she presides over legislative activities and plays a major role in guiding parliamentary decisions.
Mwenda further claimed that her influence is not limited to Parliament alone but is also being felt within the ruling political party.
That party is the National Resistance Movement, which has governed Uganda for decades and remains the dominant force in national politics.
According to Mwenda’s claims, Among has reportedly developed strong alliances within the party, which has helped strengthen her political standing.
He suggested that such alliances may give her considerable influence over key political decisions and internal party dynamics.
Mwenda also alleged that the Speaker’s growing influence may extend into other institutions, including parts of the judiciary.
These claims, he argued, have raised concerns among some political observers about how much power a single political figure could accumulate.
According to Mwenda, such developments could potentially affect discussions about future leadership in Uganda.
The journalist suggested that the possibility of one leader holding influence across multiple institutions could complicate succession plans.
He claimed that this growing influence has reportedly created anxiety in some political circles about how power could shift in the future.
Mwenda argued that if such influence were to extend further into other powerful institutions like the security sector, it could significantly reshape political calculations.
However, it is important to note that these statements remain political commentary and have not been independently verified.
Supporters of Speaker Anita Among have often praised her leadership style, saying she has managed to maintain strong support among many members of Parliament.
They argue that her ability to work with both ruling party members and some opposition legislators has strengthened her position.
Others say her growing visibility simply reflects the authority that comes with the role of Speaker of Parliament.
Political analysts say that discussions about power and influence are common in countries where leadership has remained stable for long periods.
Because President Museveni has been in power for decades, speculation about succession often becomes a major topic of debate.
For now, Mwenda’s remarks have added another perspective to Uganda’s ongoing political conversation about leadership and influence.
As the country gradually approaches future political cycles, such debates about power, succession, and institutional influence are likely to continue shaping public discussion.
