Political commentator Charles Rwomushana has cast doubt on the ongoing corruption investigations involving Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, arguing that anti-corruption efforts must be grounded in evidence and not political perception.
Speaking during a televised interview on NBS Television, Rwomushana questioned the framing of allegations against the Speaker, stating that accusations without proof risk undermining the integrity of anti-corruption enforcement.
“You cannot fight corruption with a corrupt mindset,” he said, warning against what he described as selective outrage in public discourse.
The comments come amid heightened scrutiny of Anita Among, who is currently facing multiple lines of investigation. Security agencies have reportedly conducted searches at her residences and offices, while also examining assets linked to her, including high-end vehicles and property.
The probe has also extended into Parliament, with investigators reviewing records from the Speaker’s office and other administrative units.
Authorities are assessing whether her declared assets match her known income and whether any financial activity may fall within the scope of corruption or abuse of office.
Rwomushana, however, urged caution in interpreting the developments, insisting that ownership of property or visible wealth should not automatically be equated with wrongdoing.
“You cannot simply claim that Anita Among is corrupt without evidence. Is it wrong for someone to buy a car or build a house?” he posed.
His remarks reflect a broader debate in Uganda over the standards of proof required in high-profile corruption cases, especially those involving senior political figures.
While investigations continue, activists and legal practitioners have also raised separate concerns under the Leadership Code framework, arguing that issues of asset declaration and transparency should be independently examined by oversight institutions.
Rwomushana further suggested that the public narrative around the investigation may be influenced by factors beyond corruption control.
“There may be an investigation into corruption, but in my view, fighting corruption is not the real intention behind it,” he said, without providing further detail on who he believes may be driving the process.