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The Director of the African College of Commerce and Technology (ACCT) Kabale, Adrian Ndemere, has expressed disappointment over the government’s failure to provide material support to private institutions despite imposing taxes on them.
Ndemere was speaking today at the institution’s 18th graduation ceremony, where 488 students from various academic disciplines received awards as ACCT also celebrated 40 years of existence. Of the graduates, 241 were female and 248 male.
He said the government is always quick to demand taxes from private institutions but has never considered supporting them, despite the critical role they play in skilling Ugandans.
Ndemere, a former National Private Institutions Chairman, noted that during his tenure, he repeatedly raised concerns about the challenges faced by private institutions, but his appeals yielded no response. He added that the government has not given any form of support, even though these institutions continue to fulfill their tax obligations.
The Executive Secretary of the Uganda Vocational and Technical Assessment Board (UVTAB), CPA Onesmus Oyesigye, applauded ACCT and its Director for the vision that has enabled the institution to empower young people with skills needed to drive change in society.
In a message delivered by CPA Geoffrey Kawanguzi, the Deputy Executive Secretary in charge of Finance, Human Resource, and Administration, Oyesigye urged the graduates to be creative and continue upgrading their education to foster community transformation.
He advised them to remain professional, uphold integrity, and maintain a spirit of innovation as they enter the world of work.
