The University of Zambia (UNZA) has confirmed that accommodation fees for the 2017/2018 academic year have increased from K1,200 to K3,900, representing a 100 per cent hike from last academic year.
UNZA public relations officer Damaseke Chibale said the increase was as a result of a number of issues that had not remained constant such as electricity and water bills, as well as the pay rise given to the hostel cleaners last academic year.
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