New details have emerged about the killing of Pamela Tumwebaze, the director of student affairs at Uganda Christian University, leaving her family, colleagues and the wider community in shock.
Police say the incident happened at Tumwebaze’s home in Gwafu village, Goma Division, Mukono District, on the night of Tuesday, February 10.
Family members locked up and went to bed as usual.
Unknown to them, an intruder had gained access to the house and hid inside until the occupants slept.
Investigators from the Kampala Metropolitan Police report that the attacker waited in a dark corner of the home.
Sometime during the night the intruder strangled Tumwebaze.
After killing her, the suspect did something that has stunned neighbours and investigators alike: he removed her clothing and left the house wearing her dress.
There were reportedly no clear signs of forced entry, and police are probing how the attacker got in.
Police were alerted and began a full investigation at the scene.
Officers collected evidence and interviewed neighbours and family members as they try to piece together the events.
Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Rachael Kawala confirmed that detectives are following several leads but have not yet arrested any suspects or announced a motive.
Tumwebaze was a mother of two boys, aged 13 and 9.
Uganda Christian University announced her death on Wednesday, February 11, calling on the community to pray for her children and immediate family.
The university described her as a valued member of senior management and the director of student affairs, known for being approachable and caring towards students.
Earlier on the same day she was killed, Tumwebaze delivered a sermon at a community worship service held at Nkoyoyo Hall.
A video of that talk, titled “Your Role in Building Healthy Relationships,” was later shared online. In the recording she introduced herself as a mother and spoke warmly to students.
The video has since been widely circulated, and many social media users have posted condolences and tributes.
Friends, colleagues and former classmates expressed deep sorrow online. Many remembered her smile, kindness and willingness to help anyone who came to her office.
Messages described her as “a mother to many” and stressed how much she will be missed by the university community.