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Mak receives Computers from Stanbic Bank
Stanbic Bank has donated 18 computers to Makerere University Revenue Services Unit (MURSU), Finance Department to help in streamlining student processes.
The computers were received by University Management at a ceremony presided over by the Vice Chancellor Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu in the Council room on 24th April 2015. The Vice Chancellor was grateful for the donation, which he described as key in extending one of Makerere University’s core functions of partnership and networking. He challenged the Revenue unit to perform beyond expectations, with this boost. “Stanbic bank is one of our strongest partners in financial services. The Vice Chancellor further applauded Mrs. Jackie Ayorekire and her team who tirelessly sought the donation, and urged other members of Staff to follow suit in identifying key partners. On her part, Mrs Ayorekire pledged to improve service delivery.
“We look forward to putting this donation to maximum use, especially now that the University has computerized the management of fees and other student services. We are optimistic that this support will give us the much-needed milestone and better results,” said Ayorekire. “This support is an indication that the Mak-Stanbic partnership will continue to grow and as a unit, we shall demonstrate our gratefulness by fully utilizing this donation,” she asserted. Ayorekire revealed that the unit will have the computers set up in the Senior Common Room, Main Building, for ease of access by students especially the first year students who usually fail to get space in the labs..
Thomas Tayeebwa, the Chairperson Finance Planning Administration and Investment Committee (FPAIC) of Council challenged Stanbic bank to devise a system that allows parents to pay tuition in installments. “We urge you as one of the leading collection centers of tuition to help us with a programme that allows early payment of tuition by parents themselves in installments. Some students divert their tuition monies, but such a provision would help curtail this,” he said.
According to Catherine Asinde, of the Corporate and Investment banking section in Stanbic Bank, the Bank is open to more proposals for support from Makerere University. “These computers are fully equipped for student registration. We believe in moving forward with our clients. With these computers, we believe Makerere Revenue Services is going to move forward,” she added.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor Finance and Administration, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe pointed out that as a leading University, Makerere University should continue to automate her functions. “I congratulate MURSU for this acquisition and I particularly thank the energetic young leader, Jackie Ayorekire, for putting her energies to good use,” he said.
MURSU has the mandate to ensure that all University Revenues are collected on a timely basis. It has the advisory role to the University Management through the University Bursar on matters of Revenue Collections including preparing proposals on revenue streams and the necessary improvements required in the Unit.
Article by Marion Alina
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Makerere University Chancellor Dr. Crispus Walter Kiyonga as Uganda’s Second Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Leader of Government Business in Parliament.
The appointment was announced on May 26, 2026, as part of the cabinet reshuffle for the 2026–2031 government term. Dr. Kiyonga now assumes one of the senior leadership positions in government while continuing to serve as Chancellor of Makerere University.
Dr. Kiyonga is both Chancellor and alumnus of Makerere University. He studied at Makerere University School of Medicine from 1973 to 1978, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB). He later obtained a Master of Health Science in Population Dynamics from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health in 2004.
Born on September 19, 1952, in Kasese District, Dr. Kiyonga attended Bwera Primary School, Nyakasura School, and Kings College Budo before joining Makerere University.
He was appointed Chancellor of Makerere University in August 2024 and formally installed in October 2024, succeeding Professor Ezra Suruma.
Political and Public Service Career
Dr. Kiyonga entered national politics during Uganda’s 1980 elections, where he won a parliamentary seat on the Uganda Patriotic Movement (UPM) ticket. He later joined the National Resistance Movement during the liberation struggle and subsequently served in several senior government positions after 1986.
He represented Bukonjo County West in Parliament from 1980 to 2016 and was also a member of the Constituent Assembly that drafted the 1995 Constitution.
Over the years, Dr. Kiyonga has held several ministerial portfolios, including:
- Minister for Cooperatives and Marketing
- Minister of Finance
- Minister of Internal Affairs
- Minister of Health
- Minister without Portfolio
- Minister of Defence
During his tenure as Minister of Health, he played a key role in Uganda’s response to the Ebola outbreak in Gulu in 2000.
From 2016, he served as Uganda’s Ambassador to China, where he represented Uganda during a significant period of Uganda-China relations.
Dr. Kiyonga’s appointment marks a return to frontline government leadership after several years in diplomatic service and university leadership.
Significance for Makerere
As Chancellor, Dr. Kiyonga serves as the titular head of Makerere University and presides over major ceremonial functions, including graduation ceremonies.
His appointment reflects the longstanding contribution of Makerere University alumni to public service and national leadership in Uganda and across the region.
Speaking during his installation as Chancellor in 2024, the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet K. Museveni, noted that Dr. Kiyonga’s experience and networks would support the advancement of the university.
Makerere University congratulates Chancellor Dr. Crispus Walter Kiyonga upon his appointment and wishes him success in his new role.
The Writer is a Volunteer in the Public Relations Office, Makerere University and the Mak Sharks PRO | Est. 2014
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