URA enforces the collection of tuition fees from Makerere University

By Moses Kidandi

Uganda Revenue Authority has started collecting tuition fees from Makerere university.

The University Bursar Everest Bainomugisha has directed 2019/20 intake to pay fees direct to Banks using the URA portal.

The fees payment structure has been a subject of debate following a proposal to have the money paid to URA to enable Government have proper planning for the university.

Government sponsored students have also been directed to register with their respective wardens to enable the processing of food and living allowances.

The the new circular also advises continuing students to pay two hundred thousand shillings for the smooth running of the university before end of August.