A first-year student at Uganda Christian University who went missing last week has been found and safely reunited with his family.
Nathan Tuwandike, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Nursing Sciences, had been missing since Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
His disappearance sparked concern among his family, friends, and the university community.
In a post shared on its official X handle, the university confirmed on Monday that Tuwandike had been found safe and sound.
“We are pleased to inform the university community and all UCU stakeholders that Nathan Tuwandike, a student pursuing a Bachelor of Nursing Sciences, has been found safe and sound. He has been successfully reunited with his family,” the statement read.
The university expressed sincere gratitude to everyone who supported the search efforts, with special appreciation extended to the Uganda Police Force for their timely and critical intervention.
UCU also urged students to continue looking out for one another in the Christian spirit of being their brother’s and sister’s keeper.
