Kabale University in southwestern Uganda is shrouded in sorrow as the community grapples with the loss of two students within a month. The latest tragedy struck on Christmas Eve, with the passing of Doreen Ainembabazi, a third-year Business Administration student.
Doreen’s friends described their final encounter with her at Kamukira Health Center IV on Wednesday, December 20th. Battling a severe headache and unable to speak, her condition painted a grim picture. This news came as a devastating blow, following the loss of Audrey Nayebare, a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences student, on December 8th.
Audrey’s vibrant spirit is remembered by her classmates and loved ones. Laid to rest in her ancestral home in Kichwamba Parish, Ruhinda Sub County, Rukungiri district, she leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew her.
As Doreen’s friends struggle to cope with their grief, social media overflows with memories and photos of their time together at the university. The shared laughter and camaraderie now tinged with the pain of loss.
Amidst the outpouring of emotions, the university administration remains silent. No official statement has been issued regarding Doreen’s passing, leaving the community with unanswered questions and a deepened sense of sorrow.
This Christmas , Kabale University faces a stark reality – the loss of two bright young lives. As the community grapples with their grief, they await answers and hope for solace in the midst of this unimaginable tragedy.
