Police on Monday fired teargas and shot bullets into Makerere University striking students. This was the second time Makerere University students went on strike, protesting against a policy which requires them to pay over 60% of their tuition fees in the first week of the semester.

According to the administration of Makerere University, the 60% tuition policy was formed by the Makerere university council reportedly in partnership with statehouse and the ministry of education and sports.

However the policy has triggered students’ strikes in the course of its implementation. But the oldest University in Uganda still defends its tuition policy, saying it is aimed at enabling the smooth running of Makerere University (commonly known as the Harvard University of Africa).

And some sources in the office of the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, Professor John Ddumba-Ssentamu told us that their investigations reveal that some politicians and enemies of the university ‘bought’ some of the students’ leaders to moblise the students’ community to stage demonstrations.

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The group of students claims that for the last two years, they have not received money towards their tuition and upkeep.

They say they are likely to miss exams if the said outstanding fees are not cleared.

The students who are camped at the CHOGM square want parliament to intervene and ensure that the funds are released to facilitate their education.

They were later met by the deputy speaker who advised that their leaders also get in touch with the state house department of welfare and seek ways of addressing the issue.

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WestonJesuitSchoolof Theology Defreitas Scholarship: Weston Jesuit strives to offer financial aid in the form of tuition scholarships to several international students every year.

Weston Jesuit offers full- and partial-tuition scholarships. Applicants must be international students who plan on enrolling in either the M.Div., Th.M., S.T.L., or S.T.D. programs, and who plan to return to ministry in their home countries.

These scholarships are competitive. Please keep in mind that applicants who do receive a full tuition scholarship must still demonstrate the ability to secure at least US$6,000 annually for other varied expenses.

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Australian National University Undergraduate Scholarships: Each year the Australian National University (ANU) offers several scholarships that cover tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) premiums for international students who are immediate school leavers.

Five full undergraduate tuition scholarships are available for students from any country.

To apply, you must have completed or be about to complete high school. In addition, you must have exceptional academic results.

For further details, and application materials, contact: Australian National University Undergraduate Scholarships Website

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Hundreds of students at Makerere University have been seen today moving office to office seeking for Recently I was having a discussion with a senior political analyst, and he told me that Museveni has survived having a coup de tat against him,chieftly because he sidelined right from the early days all the officers that were the right candidates for such a coup. Some were slapped with false charges then blackmailed into pardon and given lousy assignments like diplomatic service and kept away from mainstream armed forces.He mentioned some like COL. JUIUS CHIHANDAE, MAJOR GENERAL MATAYO KYALIGONZA, COL. AHMED KASHILINGI and a few others.HmmmmmRecently I was having a discussion with a senior political analyst, and he told me that Museveni has survived having a coup de tat against him,chieftly because he sidelined right from the early days all the officers that were the right candidates for such a coup. Some were slapped with false charges then blackmailed into pardon and given lousy assignments like diplomatic service and kept away from mainstream armed forces.He mentioned some like COL. JUIUS CHIHANDAE, MAJOR GENERAL MATAYO KYALIGONZA, COL. AHMED KASHILINGI and a few others.Hmmmmmimportant clarification on whether the institution had truly increased tuition fees.

The KCCA councilor representing Makerere University, Bernard Luyiga says he is currently receiving numerous inquiries from Makerere University staff and students concerning many seemingly unfair and draconian policies being hurriedly considered and passed by Makerere University Council.

For the last three months, Luyiga says he has not taken part in the university council meetings because his membership was terminated by Kampala Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago.

Luyiga says he is reliably informed that the tuition was increased for some courses, and unjustifiable functional fees created and intake rose to unmanageable levels.

Councilor Luyiga has categorically distanced himself from Makerere University council resolutions taken in the last three months that have seen the tuition fees increased.

Luyiga also threatens to explore legal means of challenging some of the policies that seem to be unfair to the students and staff.

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The KCCA councilor representing Makerere University, Bernard Luyiga says he is currently receiving numerous inquiries from Makerere University staff and students concerning many seemingly unfair and draconian policies being hurriedly considered and passed by Makerere University Council.

For the last three months, Luyiga says he has not taken part in the university council meetings because his membership was terminated by Kampala Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago.

Luyiga says he is reliably informed that the tuition was increased for some courses, and unjustifiable functional fees created and intake rose to unmanageable levels. Efforts to get an official comment from the university were not successful.

Councilor Luyiga has categorically distanced himself from Makerere University council resolutions taken in the last three months that have seen the tuition fees increased.

Luyiga also threatens to explore legal means of challenging some of the policies that seem to be unfair to the students and staff.

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Youth Education Scheme Scholarship: The “Youth Education Scheme (YES)” is one of the cornerstones of the ITU-D “Children and Youth” Special Initiative, in support of needy and deserving young people, from Least Developed Countries (LDCs), developing countries and countries in transition who wish to complete their tertiary education in the information and communication technologies (ICTs) and related fields.

The objective is to enable motivated young people to contribute to the development of their communities, country and region using their achieved ICT knowledge and skills.

Scholarship Application Eligibility:

The candidate must fulfil the following requirements:

• Coming from LDCs, developing countries or countries in transition.
• Be under 30 years of age.

The applicant must provide the following documents to apply for a scholarship:

• Provide a copy of the letter of acceptance from the relevant university indicating the specific degree course and its duration as well as the related amount of the tuition fees.
• Provide copy of the last 2 annual transcripts (academic results of the last 2 yeas of studies delivered by the place of education (e.g. school/high school/college/university etc).
• Provide two (2) recommendation letters dully signed by the relevant teachers/professors from your most recent place of education and/or work (including their contact details).
• Duly fulfill the Application Form.

The following applications are encouraged:

• Studies in ICTs;
• Students who wish to continue their studies in their own country or in a neighbouring country
• Applications from women;
• Applications from indigenous people;
• Applications from persons with disabilities.

Terms:

• Youth Education Scheme scholarship programme cover only the tuition fees (registration and studies), up to a maximum of ten thousand United States dollars (10,000 US$).
• Tuition fees will be paid by the ITU directly to the relevant university.

For more information and application, visit: Youth Education Scheme Scholarship

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Youth Education Scheme Scholarship: The “Youth Education Scheme (YES)” is one of the cornerstones of the ITU-D “Children and Youth” Special Initiative, in support of needy and deserving young people, from Least Developed Countries (LDCs), developing countries and countries in transition who wish to complete their tertiary education in the information and communication technologies (ICTs) and related fields.

The objective is to enable motivated young people to contribute to the development of their communities, country and region using their achieved ICT knowledge and skills.

Scholarship Application Eligibility:

The candidate must fulfil the following requirements:

• Coming from LDCs, developing countries or countries in transition.
• Be under 30 years of age.

The applicant must provide the following documents to apply for a scholarship:

• Provide a copy of the letter of acceptance from the relevant university indicating the specific degree course and its duration as well as the related amount of the tuition fees.
• Provide copy of the last 2 annual transcripts (academic results of the last 2 yeas of studies delivered by the place of education (e.g. school/high school/college/university etc).
• Provide two (2) recommendation letters dully signed by the relevant teachers/professors from your most recent place of education and/or work (including their contact details).
• Duly fulfill the Application Form.

The following applications are encouraged:

• Studies in ICTs;
• Students who wish to continue their studies in their own country or in a neighbouring country
• Applications from women;
• Applications from indigenous people;
• Applications from persons with disabilities.

Terms:

• Youth Education Scheme scholarship programme cover only the tuition fees (registration and studies), up to a maximum of ten thousand United States dollars (10,000 US$).
• Tuition fees will be paid by the ITU directly to the relevant university.

For more information and application, visit: Youth Education Scheme Scholarship

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World Scholars Program – University of Sydney: Up to 20 new full tuition fee PhD scholarships will be available per annum for international students.

Scholarships will cover the full cost of tuition fees for three years.

A travel contribution of up to $2000 will also be provided to scholarship holders towards a return international air fare.

The World Scholars program is for commencing international students undertaking a PhD in any discipline.

The application process is highly competitive with scholarships awarded on the basis of research potential and academic merit.

Scholarship holders should demonstrate, in their application, an outstanding academic track record and capacity to engage in innovative and world class research.

Each year the University will invite applications from selected participating countries. These include: Kenya, South Africa and other countries.

How to Apply:

Prospective applicants must have a firm offer of admission from the University of Sydney before lodging a World Scholars application.

In addition, PhD candidates are expected to have made contact with their potential academic supervisor prior to submitting their application for a higher degree by research.

Candidates who are interested in applying for the University of Sydney World Scholars are encouraged to identify a potential supervisor as soon as possible.

Deadline: Offered every year!

For more information and application materials, see: World Scholars Program – University of Sydney Website

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Weston Jesuit School of Theology Defreitas Scholarship: Weston Jesuit strives to offer financial aid in the form of tuition scholarships to several international students every year.

Weston Jesuit offers full- and partial-tuition scholarships. Applicants must be international students who plan on enrolling in either the M.Div., Th.M., S.T.L., or S.T.D. programs, and who plan to return to ministry in their home countries.

These scholarships are competitive. Please keep in mind that applicants who do receive a full tuition scholarship must still demonstrate the ability to secure at least US$6,000 annually for other varied expenses.

For more information, Visit: Weston Jesuit School of Theology Defreitas Scholarship website

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