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Soroti District Woman Member of Parliament (MP) Hon. Adeke Anna has been designated as the Deputy Chairperson of the Committee on Government Assurance and Implementation in the 12th Parliament.
This high-profile development unfolded on Tuesday, 7th July 2026, during the 6th Sitting of the 1st Meeting of the 1st Session of the 12th Parliament, as party whips and house leaders executed a strategic overhaul of standing committee assignments to tighten structural accountability over executive programs.
The appointment cements Hon. Adeke Anna’s position as a premier, indispensable force in mainstream national politics. Operating on the frontlines of institutional accountability, her elevation to the executive leadership of this committee is widely viewed by political analysts as a masterstroke to reinforce the legislative branch’s checking powers over the executive. As the 12th Parliament positions itself to audit government performance, national budget implementation, and grass-roots service delivery, Adeke’s administrative oversight and legal precision will be central to keeping state sectors transparent.
Hon. Adeke Anna is set to deputize MP Zaake as Dozens of other MPs got critical standing committee leadership designations.
Who is Hon. Adeke Anna?
Hon. Adeke Anna (commonly known as Adeke Anna Ebaju) is a premier Ugandan attorney, veteran legislator, and highly respected institutional leader who serves as the directly elected Soroti District Woman Member of Parliament for the 2026–2031 legislative term.
Universally recognized for her fierce intellectual independence, legislative precision, and unmatched eloquence on the floor of the House, Adeke stands out as one of the most formidable voices in East Africa’s modern political landscape. Her career is anchored on an unyielding dedication to constitutional governance, gender equity, youth empowerment, and strict transparency in public finance management.
Adeke first captured national attention during her time at Makerere University, where she shattered leadership boundaries by winning election as the Makerere University Guild President for the 2013/2014 academic year. Following her standout performance in student politics, she successfully transitioned to national governance, serving with distinction as the National Female Youth Member of Parliament in the 11th Parliament.
Academically elite, she holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from Makerere University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre (LDC), and a Master of Laws (LLM). Her deep understanding of statutory frameworks makes her one of the house’s most effective authorities on legislative drafting, legal cross-examinations, and institutional compliance.
What does the Committee on Government Assurance and Implementation do?
The Committee on Government Assurance and Implementation is a specialized, constitutionally empowered standing watchdog body mandated to track, audit, and enforce all promises, assurances, and undertakings made by the executive branch on the floor of the House. Under the Rules of Procedure of the Parliament of Uganda, when a Cabinet Minister, Prime Minister, or the President makes a formal commitment to the country regarding infrastructure projects, public fund allocations, emergency interventions, or policy structural reforms, this committee serves as the official accountability mechanism to ensure those promises translate into tangible results.
With Mityana Municipality MP Hon. Francis Zaake steering the committee as Chairperson and Soroti District Woman MP Hon. Adeke Anna deploying her legal expertise as Deputy Chairperson, the oversight body is positioned to undergo an aggressive operational revitalization. The committee holds judicial-grade powers to summon government ministers, demand comprehensive implementation timelines, conduct on-site physical verifications of state projects, and recommend severe disciplinary or budgetary sanctions against government agencies that fail to deliver on their public pledges.
In a historic twist of political irony, this committee will now oversee the actions of the former Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, who has been designated as an ordinary member of this exact same committee. This structural assignment places the former Speaker directly under the oversight leadership of Chairperson Francis Zaake and Deputy Chairperson Adeke Anna, creating a fascinating dynamic of institutional accountability within the 12th Parliament.
Which other Members of Parliament secured top committee leadership slots?
The sweeping realignment executed during Tuesday’s plenary session saw the designation of highly technical, frontline legislators to head key accountability, economic, and social dockets. This comprehensive reorganization ensures a robust checking mechanism against state wastage and institutional inefficiency.
To review the complete leadership matrix approved during the plenary session, see the comprehensive parliamentary roster below:
| Parliamentary Standing Committee | Designated Chairperson | Designated Deputy Chairperson |
|---|---|---|
| Government Assurance & Implementation | Chairperson Hon. Francis Zaake (Mityana Municipality MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Adeke Anna (Soroti District Woman MP) |
| Public Accounts Committee (PAC – Central) | Chairperson Hon. Patrick Nsamba Oshabe (Kassanda North MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Sarah Lwansasula (Jinja City MP) |
| PAC (Local Government) | Chairperson Hon. Betty Nambooze (Mukono Municipality MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Nasser Mudiobole (Iganga Municipality MP) |
| Commissions, Statutory Authorities & State Enterprises (COSASE) | Chairperson Hon. Muwadda Nkunyingi (Kyadondo East MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. George Musisi (Kira Municipality MP) |
| Budget Committee | Chairperson Hon. Amos Kankunda (Rwampara County MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Tom Aliti Candia (Maracha East MP) |
| National Economy | Chairperson Hon. Avur Jane Pacuto (Pakwach District MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Remigio Achia (Pian County MP) |
| Rules, Privileges and Discipline | Chairperson Hon. Fredrick Ruhindi (Nakawa East MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Abdu Swaibu Kampanya (Iki-Iki County MP) |
| Subsidiary Legislation (Newly Created) | Chairperson Hon. Jennifer Mujungu (Ntoroko District MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Mercy Kanyesigye (Female Youth Representative) |
| Physical Infrastructure | Chairperson Hon. Mwine Mpaka (Mbarara City South MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Eng. William Taylor Tiyo (Ayivu East MP) |
| East African Community Affairs | Chairperson Hon. Dennis Namara (Buyaga West MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Jackline Sange (Kween District MP) |
| Human Rights | Chairperson Hon. Wilson Kajwengye (Nyabushozi County MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Lydia Mirembe (Butambala District MP) |
| Equal Opportunities | Chairperson Hon. Catherine Lamwaka (Omoro District MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Melsa Avako Naima (Yumbe District MP) |
| Science, Technology and Innovation | Chairperson Hon. Samuel Acuti Opio (Kole North MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. George Lubega (Bugangaizi South MP) |
| Climate Change | Chairperson Hon. Aggrey Bagiire (Bunya West MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Shafiga (Bungokho North MP) |
| HIV/AIDS and Related Matters | Chairperson Hon. Stephen Kisa (Luuka South MP) | Deputy Chairperson Hon. Hajjat Ntale (Kawempe South MP) |
Who was elected to the Pan-African Parliament and Parliamentary Commission?
In addition to the standing committee designations, the House invoked its statutory powers during the evening session to elect key representatives to continental assemblies and high-level internal management boards.
In accordance with Section 2(4) of the Administration of Parliament Act and Rule 11 of the Rules of Procedure, the House successfully elected the following legislators to serve as Backbench Parliamentary Commissioners:
- Hon. Faith Nakut (Backbench Parliamentary Commissioner, Napak District Woman MP)
- Hon. Suzan Abeja (Backbench Parliamentary Commissioner, Otuke District Woman MP)
Simultaneously, pursuant to Rule 14 and Appendix E of the Rules of Procedure, the full house voted to elect the following lawmakers to represent Uganda as members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP):
- Hon. Sarah Najjuma (PAP Representative, Nakaseke District Woman MP)
- Hon. Arinaitwe Rwakajara (PAP Representative, Workers MP)
- Hon. Anthony Akol (PAP Representative, Kilak North MP)
How do Rule 165 and party whips govern committee designations?
The selection and deployment of legislators to various standing and sessional committees are strictly regulated under Rule 165 of the Rules of Procedure of the Parliament of Uganda. This rule empowers official party whips from both the government side and the opposition benches to systematically evaluate, nominate, and assign members to distinct committees based on their academic specializations, professional backgrounds, and political alignments.
The designations are managed at the beginning of a new parliamentary session or at the expiry of a committee’s standard two-and-a-half-year term. By utilizing Rule 165, the leadership has carefully curated a highly technical frontline designed to maximize pressure on the executive. Placing legal experts like Soroti District Woman MP Adeke Anna and economic specialists like Kassanda North MP Patrick Nsamba at the apex of these committees represents a strategic shift toward a data-driven, legally sound oversight approach that avoids superficial political rhetoric.
