According to reports, Ajok fled the scene shortly after the attack but was later apprehended by security forces. During interrogation, she allegedly admitted responsibility for the fatal assault.
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A cloud of anguish hangs over a small Ugandan village as news spreads that Vicky Ajok, a young housemaid who had traveled abroad in search of a better life, is scheduled to be executed on February 28 in Syria following the death of her employer.
Ajok, who had been working as a domestic worker, reportedly confessed to the killing of 87-year-old actress Huda Shaarawi. Authorities say the incident occurred on January 29, 2026, when Ajok allegedly struck Shaarawi with a blunt object during a confrontation at the actress’s residence.
According to reports, Ajok fled the scene shortly after the attack but was later apprehended by security forces. During interrogation, she allegedly admitted responsibility for the fatal assault.
In her confession, Ajok is said to have described months of hardship, claiming she endured prolonged abuse and went unpaid for her work. Those close to the matter say tensions had been building, culminating in the deadly altercation.
The case has reignited conversations about the vulnerability of migrant domestic workers, particularly those employed in conflict-affected or legally complex environments. Advocacy groups have long warned about the risks faced by housemaids working abroad, including exploitation, delayed wages, restricted movement, and limited legal protection.
As the reported execution date approaches, concern and debate continue to mount. Questions linger about the legal proceedings, the circumstances surrounding the confession, and whether any diplomatic or humanitarian interventions might still be possible.
For Ajok’s family, the looming date represents not only the potential loss of a daughter but also a painful reminder of the risks many Ugandans take in pursuit of economic opportunity beyond their borders.