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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Ecobank Uganda, a subsidiary of the pan-African financial services leader Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, has partnered with digital payments provider SurePay to introduce a revolutionary school fee payment system.
The collaboration aims to provide a free, secure, and efficient platform for schools, parents, and students across Uganda.
Under this initiative, schools that open an account with Ecobank will be integrated into the SurePay system, enabling seamless fee collections.
Parents—whether Ecobank customers or not—can make payments through multiple channels, including the Ecobank Mobile App, Quick Teller-Interswitch, over-the-counter transactions, and ABC Agents nationwide.
The new system offers real-time processing, ensuring that payments are instantly transferred to the school’s Ecobank account, eliminating manual tracking delays.
Both parents and schools receive instant SMS notifications confirming transactions, while unique student codes simplify payment tracking for administrators.
Speaking about the partnership, Grace Muliisa, Managing Director of Ecobank Uganda, expressed her excitement saying, “We are delighted to bring this initiative to life with SurePay. This collaboration reflects Ecobank’s commitment to digital transformation and to supporting educational institutions through innovative payment solutions. Whether you’re an Ecobank account holder or not, we strive to deliver seamless banking experiences for all.”
“By offering schools a secure and simplified payment platform, we’re not only making it easier for parents to pay school fees but also enhancing schools’ financial management by ensuring real-time fund transfers,” she added.
Beyond payments, SurePay enhances school operations with automated report card generation, supporting nursery, primary, O-Level, and A-Level students under Uganda’s updated curriculum.
The platform also includes an SMS communication tool for fee reminders, meeting alerts, and school announcements, as well as advanced accounting features such as income statements, cash flow reports, and balance sheets.
