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Otieno's final semester of a computer science degree in Dar es Salaam

Otieno is two terms away from finishing a computer science degree but is blocked from enrolling by an unpaid balance of $350.

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Otieno Joseph Simiyu
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Dar es Salaam
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a computer science degree at Dar es Salaam Polytechnic, and I'm two terms away from graduating. I have worked as a night-shift cleaner to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $350. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a first-class average, and my academic advisor has written in support of my application for a payment plan. Graduating means a stable job and the chance to support my younger siblings. Without enrolling this term I'd lose my place and my scholarship eligibility. I'm not asking for a handout - I want to finish what I started and then help the next student. The payment will go directly to the Dar es Salaam Polytechnic bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $350 goes: • Final term tuition: $120 • Exam and lab fees: $25 • Outstanding tuition balance: $205 Thanks for being kind about this.
due date
2025-10-07
bill type
University tuition
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Updates from Otieno

  1. Quick update: $345 raised so far (99%). the plan for outstanding tuition balance is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Quick update: $225 raised so far (64%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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