KAMPALA, UGANDA — Speaker of Parliament Jacob Marksons Oboth Oboth has tasked government to present a statement to Parliament on the rising insecurity in the country following concerns raised by Kyaka Central MP Tom Bright Amooti over attacks on residents in Kyegegwa and Mubende districts.
The directive followed Amooti’s presentation of concerns over reported murders and attacks that have left communities worried about their safety. The legislator called attention to the situation in Kyegegwa District, where several deaths have reportedly been recorded in different communities.
In a submission titled “Escalating Insecurity and Brutal Murders in Kyegegwa District,” dated October 13, 2026, Amooti raised the matter under Rule 56 of Parliament’s Rules of Procedure, urging the House to give attention to the reported killings and their impact on residents.
The cases highlighted in the submission include incidents reported in Kitende, Muhangi, Kyekakura and Nyanga, with reports spanning May, July and September 2026. The incidents have raised concerns about the safety of families and the need for security agencies to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported deaths.
Among the cases cited is the reported killing of members of the Musomesa Doviko family in Nyanga, including a Senior Two student and a mother who reportedly left behind a three-month-old baby. The reported loss of lives has intensified calls for investigations and measures to protect vulnerable residents.
The Speaker’s directive places the matter before government for a formal response to Parliament, opening the way for the House to seek explanations on the security situation and the steps being taken to address the attacks. The government statement is expected to provide an opportunity for lawmakers to press for answers and appropriate action.
Amooti’s concerns come amid wider calls for stronger security measures in affected communities. In Kyegegwa, residents need thorough investigations into the reported killings, improved security operations and timely communication from authorities on progress made in identifying those responsible.
The government and security agencies face calls to strengthen intelligence gathering, work closely with local leaders and encourage residents to provide credible information that could assist investigations. Any suspects identified should be handled through lawful procedures, while affected families should receive appropriate support.
As Parliament awaits the government’s response, the central concern remains the protection of lives and property in Kyegegwa, Mubende and other affected areas. Amooti’s appeal and the Speaker’s directive have brought the insecurity concerns to the attention of the House, with residents expecting concrete measures to restore safety and confidence in their communities.
