Former Kampala Central Member of Parliament Muhammad Nsereko has disclosed that former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among is experiencing a serious health issue that has rendered her unable to walk. During a live TikTok broadcast, Nsereko stated that Among is suffering from deep vein thrombosis, a condition associated with blood clots, and requires urgent medical attention.

Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has confirmed that she is suffering from a blood clot in one of her legs. She has appealed to President Yoweri Museveni for permission to leave her residence for specialised medical treatment, stating that her current confinement is worsening her health. This confirmation was made on Friday.

MPs from the Teso sub-region have requested President Yoweri Museveni to grant forgiveness to Anita Annet Among, the former speaker of parliament, who is currently under house arrest. They are appealing for her to be allowed to seek specialized medical treatment abroad, which some interpret as a sign of her diminished influence with the President, according to The Observer.

The State House health monitoring unit has identified several challenges contributing to maternal deaths in Bududa, Uganda, during a two-week visit to local health facilities. The team, led by Dr. Stephen Ataro Ayella, the assistant Director for northern Uganda, reported on the poor health delivery affecting expectant mothers in the region.

President Yoweri Museveni announced that First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni recently overcame a serious health issue and is currently recovering. This information was shared in a birthday message on his X account, coinciding with her 78th birthday.

A political conflict is emerging in Uganda as two Members of Parliament, Linos Ngompek and Denis, plan to introduce a Private Member’s Bill aimed at amending the Administration of Parliament Act. This move is backed by the PLU and targets the position of the Leader of the Opposition (LOP), indicating a significant shift in the political landscape.