By Kabuye Ronald
The 11th Parliament of Uganda, under the stewardship of Speaker Anita Among and Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, has surpassed a historic legislative milestone, passing over 140 bills since the commencement of its term.
This remarkable achievement underscores Parliament’s commitment to strengthening governance, stimulating economic growth, enhancing social services, and reforming key institutions across the country.
In its continued drive to modernize critical sectors, Parliament recently passed:
- 03/09/25 – The Building Control (Amendment) Bill, 2025
- 04/09/25 – The Valuation Bill, 2024
- 04/09/25 – The Mortgage Refinance Institutions Bill, 2025
These new laws are expected to improve standards in the construction industry, streamline property valuation systems, and deepen access to affordable housing finance.
Strengthening the Economy and Public Finance
A significant portion of the Bills passed has focused on fiscal discipline, revenue mobilization, and economic stability. Parliament enacted multiple Appropriation, Supplementary Appropriation, and tax-related amendment laws between 2021 and 2025 to ensure efficient public expenditure and sustainable development.
Key financial and tax reform legislation includes amendments to Income Tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), Excise Duty, and the Tax Procedures Code across multiple financial years. The passage of the Public Service Pension Fund Bill, 2024, further strengthened retirement security for public servants.
Boosting Agriculture, Trade and Industry
Recognizing agriculture as the backbone of Uganda’s economy, the 11th Parliament passed landmark reforms including:
- National Coffee (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- Cotton Development (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- Dairy Industry (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill, 2021
- Sugar (Amendment) Bill, 2023
Additionally, trade-enhancing laws such as the Competition Bill, 2023, External Trade (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Free Zones (Amendment) Bill, 2024 have strengthened Uganda’s investment climate and regional competitiveness.
Advancing Education, Youth and Social Protection
Parliament has also prioritized human capital development. Among the transformative laws passed are:
- Higher Education Students Financing (Amendment) Bills (2024)
- Technical and Vocational Education and Training Bill, 2024
- National Sports (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- National Youth Council (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- Persons with Disabilities (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- National Women’s Council (Amendment) Bill, 2024
These reforms aim to expand access to education, empower youth and women, and protect vulnerable populations.
Governance, Security and Institutional Reform
The 11th Parliament has also delivered robust governance and security reforms, including:
- The Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill, 2022
- The Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) Bill, 2022
- The Companies (Amendment) Bill, 2022
- The Insolvency (Amendment) Bill, 2022
- The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (Amendment) Bill, 2025
- The Computer Misuse (Amendment) Bill, 2022
These laws have enhanced regulatory frameworks, strengthened national security, and modernized corporate governance structures.
Infrastructure, Energy and Natural Resources
Strategic infrastructure and resource management also received legislative attention, with the passage of:
- The Mining and Minerals Bills (2021 & 2022)
- The Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2022
- The Petroleum Supply (Amendment) Bill, 2023
- The Civil Aviation Authority (Amendment) Bill, 2024
- The Uganda National Roads Authority (Repeal) Bill, 2024
These reforms are designed to streamline service delivery, enhance transparency, and unlock investment potential in critical sectors.
A Record of Productivity and Leadership
Since 2021, the 11th Parliament has consistently demonstrated legislative efficiency, passing:
- Dozens of tax and finance reform laws
- Comprehensive sectoral amendments across agriculture, education, trade, and energy
- Governance and accountability reforms
- Social protection and inclusion legislation
The collaborative leadership of Rt. Hon. Anita Among and Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has been credited with fostering unity, efficiency, and decisive action within the House.
As the 11th Parliament continues its mandate, the passage of over 140 Bills stands as a testament to its productivity and commitment to national transformation.
Uganda’s legislative arm remains firmly focused on delivering laws that shape prosperity, strengthen institutions, and secure the nation’s future.
