City Tycoon Basajjabalaba’s Mother Mysteriously Dies

A deep sense of sorrow has engulfed the Basajjabalaba family and the entire Kampala International University (KIU) community in both Uganda and Tanzania following the passing of Hajjat Azida Basajjabalaba, the beloved mother of Hajj Dr. Hassan Basajjabalaba, Chairman of the University’s Board of Trustees (CBOT).

According to a family announcement, Hajjat Azida passed away in Cologne, Germany, where she had been receiving medical care. Her passing marks the end of a remarkable life defined by faith, generosity, and quiet strength.

A vigil will be held at her home in Kalungu Bunga before she is laid to rest in Bushenyi District, the family’s ancestral home. Further details regarding the funeral arrangements, the family noted, will be communicated in due course.

In an emotional message of condolence, Kampala International University expressed its solidarity with the family during this difficult period, extending heartfelt sympathies to its Chairman and all his loved ones.

> “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hajjat Azida Basajjabalaba, mother of our esteemed Chairman. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Hajj Dr. Hassan Basajjabalaba and the entire Basajjabalaba family,”
> the university statement read.

The message went on to include a prayer for the late Hajjat Azida’s eternal peace, highlighting her enduring impact on those around her.

> “May Allah grant Hajjat Azida Basajjabalaba’s soul peace and mercy, and may her legacy live on through her children and loved ones. May Allah comfort the family during this difficult time,”
> the statement concluded.

Those who knew Hajjat Azida describe her as a woman of deep faith and unwavering humility, whose kindness and compassion left a lasting mark on everyone she encountered. She was admired not only as a devoted mother and grandmother but also as a pillar of strength within her community—a guiding light whose actions spoke louder than words.

Her home was a haven of warmth and generosity, where visitors always felt welcome. Her devotion to her faith and her family defined her character, inspiring those around her to live with integrity and purpose.

As the Basajjabalaba family, friends, and well-wishers prepare to bid her a final farewell, messages of sympathy continue to pour in from across Uganda, Tanzania, and beyond. Many have described her passing as “a great loss not only to her family but to all who had the privilege of knowing her.”

Though she is no longer physically present, the memory of Hajjat Azida Basajjabalaba’s grace, compassion, and steadfast faith will continue to live on — in the hearts of her family, her community, and the many lives she touched.