Breakthrough in UCU Dean Murder Case: Prime Suspect Arrested with Victim’s Property in Budaka

Uganda Police have made a significant arrest in the murder of Uganda Christian University (UCU) Director of Students’ Affairs, Pamela Tumwebaze, who was killed on February 11, 2026, at her Mukono home. The prime suspect, Hussein Dak Taewaiko (23–24), a former employee, was tracked via her stolen phone and found with her belongings in Budaka District. Eight others, including his brother, were detained during the operation.

This case underscores rising violent crime in Uganda, with over 1,500 murders reported in 2025 per police stats. For readers, enhance personal safety with apps like Life360 for family tracking or community alerts. The postmortem continues, and Taewaiko is held at Kireka on murder charges. Tumwebaze’s loss is mourned by UCU, highlighting the need for stronger community vigilance.