The murder case of Pamela Ruth Tumwebaze, the former student affairs leader at Uganda Christian University (UCU), has been adjourned to the 6th of next month as investigations into her killing continue.
The suspect, Dak Hussien Taewaiko, a casual worker commonly referred to as a shamba boy, on Wednesday reappeared before the Mukono Magistrate’s Court for further mention of the charges against him. He is accused of murder and aggravated robbery in connection with Tumwebaze’s death.
Court proceedings resumed at around 11:30 a.m. before Grade One Magistrate Gerald Emwogu, who presided over the session. As required by law, the accused was not allowed to enter a plea since the offences he faces are capital in nature and can only be tried by the High Court.
The State Attorney, Josephine Nanyonga, informed the court that investigations into the matter are still ongoing. She requested more time to allow the prosecution to complete inquiries, prompting the magistrate to adjourn the case and order that the accused be remanded to Luzira Prison until the next hearing date.
Notably, unlike previous sessions that drew close relatives and sympathisers, members of the deceased’s family were absent from court during Wednesday’s proceedings.
Tumwebaze’s killing, which shocked the university community and residents of Mukono, occurred on the 12th of last month under disturbing circumstances. According to earlier reports presented to court, the assailant allegedly broke into her room and strangled her. He is also said to have confronted a worker at the residence while disguised in a lab coat, demanding keys before fleeing the scene.
The attacker reportedly escaped with the deceased’s mobile phone and a laptop bag, raising suspicions of aggravated robbery alongside the murder charge.
The case continues to attract public interest, particularly among the UCU community, as calls for justice for Tumwebaze persist. Proceedings are expected to resume next month as investigators work to finalize evidence for eventual committal to the High Court.
