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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
Makerere University and the University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA (ND) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe signed on behalf of Makerere University and Rev. Robert A. Dowd, the 18th President signed on behalf of the University of Notre Dame. The ceremony, which was held at the University of Notre Dame campus at South Bend, Indiana was witnessed by Dr. Lorna Magara, the Chairperson of the Council of Makerere University, who led the Mak delegation.
Dr. Magara appreciated the institutionalisation of the collaboration between the two universities and the very warm hospitality accorded to the Mak delegation.
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Press Release: Government of Uganda and Partners Launch SAY Plus+ to Scale Youth Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights (SRHR) Impact in Underserved Regions
USD 50 million national programme moves into full implementation, strengthening
adolescent and youth rights, empowerment, protection and access to youth-responsive
services in 13 districts across five sub-regions
KAMPALA, 7 MAY 2026: The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Health, today officially launched the SAY Plus+ Programme, a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) initiative designed to strengthen adolescent and youth rights, empowerment, protection and access to quality services in Uganda’s underserved regions.
The launch, held at Makerere University‘s Freedom Square under the theme “My Voice Matters: Youth Voices for SAY Plus+” and the tagline “Nothing for us, without us”, marks the programme’s transition into full implementation.
SAY Plus+, formerly known as Strengthening Adolescents and Youth Rights and Empowerment: Scaling Impact, is led by the Ministry of Health, in coordination with other Ministries, with UNFPA Uganda serving as the Managing and Technical Agency.
Backed by a USD 50 million pooled fund from the Governments of Iceland, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden, the initiative is scheduled to operate between 2024 and 2030. It is currently being rolled out across thirteen districts within five sub-regions, providing targeted assistance to regional referral hospitals in Jinja, Mbale, Moroto, Yumbe, Arua, and Gulu. Furthermore, the programme supports the Human Capital Development goals established in Uganda’s National Development Plan IV.
“SAY Plus+ represents a shift from fragmented interventions to a coordinated national effort that meaningfully places young people at the centre of both design and delivery. Through our partnership with the Government of Uganda, development partners, and implementing partners, we are investing not only in services, but in the systems, communities, and environments that enable adolescents and young people to thrive not only today but also in the future,” said Ms. Kristine Blokhus, Representative – UNFPA Uganda.
Officially launched by the Minister of State for Health Hon. Margaret Muhanga, the SAY Plus+ programme targets adolescents and young people aged 10 to 24 years, with particular focus on adolescent girls and young women, refugees and host-community youth, out-of-school young people, those not in employment, education or training, adolescents with disabilities, and young people in humanitarian and post-conflict settings.
“For many of us, things like this one are designed without listening to what we go through every day, think or even feel. SAY Plus+ feels different because it starts with our voices and gives us a real role in shaping solutions. It is not just about information, it is about being supported to make decisions, access services, and build the future we want.” – Jovia Dranzoa, Young person.
SAY Plus+ operates through three pillars. First, it empowers youth to exercise their rights and make informed choices. Second, it engages families, communities, and leaders to address harmful social norms. Third, it strengthens youth-responsive SRHR, HIV, and gender-based violence services via health facilities and community platforms, aiming to reach over 2.3 million direct and indirect beneficiaries.
The SAY Plus+ initiative stands as a model of international cooperation and multi-sectoral synergy. Through the combined support of the Governments of Iceland, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden, and the technical leadership of UNFPA, Uganda is now equipped to scale-up critical interventions in HIV prevention, gender-based violence response, and reproductive health. With implementation now in high gear through 2030, the programme is poised to make a lasting contribution to the nation’s human capital development goals.
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Photos from the event
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