By Ezrah Kashumbusha
KAMPALA, April 22, 2014 | The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has embraced technological innovation with the introduction of electronic receipts (E-Receipts) for all payments made to the organization. In a memo posted on the organization’s website, it was announced that effective Monday, April 22nd, 2024, members will receive e-receipts upon making any payments.
According to the memo, the scope of payments covered by the new policy includes subscriptions for membership to ULS or the East Africa Law Society (EALS), payments for ULS House, contributions to the Benevolent Fund, fees for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) training, and any other payments, such as contributions to the Legal Aid Basket fund.
The introduction of e-receipts is aimed at providing numerous benefits to ULS members. These include environmental benefits by reducing paper usage, decreased clutter and storage costs, increased member satisfaction through streamlined processes, simplified tax filing, and enhanced record-keeping capabilities.
Explaining the mechanics of the new system, the Uganda Law Society stated that upon making a payment, an e-receipt will be automatically generated and sent to the member’s email address. Additionally, a copy of the e-receipt will be forwarded to the Chief Registrar’s Office, eliminating the need for members to physically validate their payments at the ULS secretariat.
This move towards digitizing payment processes reflects ULS’s commitment to leveraging technology for the benefit of its members. By embracing e-receipts, ULS aims to enhance efficiency, transparency, and convenience in its financial transactions while also contributing to environmental sustainability.
The implementation of the E-Receipt policy is poised to streamline payment processes, reduce administrative burdens, and provide ULS members with a more seamless experience. It represents a forward-thinking approach by the Uganda Law Society to adapt to the evolving needs of its members in an increasingly digital world.
