MTN Fintech South Sudan launches new school fees payment solution

MTN Fintech South Sudan has launched a School Fees Payment product aimed simplifying the process of paying school fees for parents and guardians, making it more efficient, safer, and affordable. Through this digital solution, families can now pay school fees directly from their mobile phones, while also being able to track payments and receipts easily.

Speaking about the launch, MTN Fintech CEO, Francis Matseketsa said MTN Sudan is committed to supporting the South Sudanese government’s broader goal of digitizing payments and reducing cash usage within the economy. “MTN Fintech in South Sudan continues to support government efforts to digitize payments and reduce cash usage within the economy. We have launched an initiative that offers convenience to parents and guardians, allowing them to pay school fees via MoMo rather than using cash," said Matseketsa.

The new solution will also bolster safety, as highlighted by David Lowela Ladu, Director General of Basic and Secondary Education at the Ministry of General Education and Instruction. He praised MTN for its innovative approach and noted the positive impact this platform will have in reducing the risks associated with carrying large sums of money. “The platform not only enhances convenience but significantly improves safety by reducing the risk of theft and robbery associated with cash payments,” Ladu said.

To use the service, parents or guardians can deposit money into their MoMo wallet, dial the dedicated short code *200*3*2#, and enter their child's student number to view the fee amount and complete the payment. Once the payment is made, users receive an SMS confirmation summarizing the transaction, which can be used for tracking and reconciliation. Schools will also receive notifications of the payments and update student account accordingly, ensuring transparency and real-time updates.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye