The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture on Monday received donations of education facilities for two schools in the Kavango West region.
The donation was made by the Republic of China, through the Agency for International Economic Cooperation, to the Satotwa and Simanya combined schools.
The donation consisted of hostels, teachers’ houses, administration blocks, classrooms, ablution facilities, libraries and beds.
Education minister Anna Nghipondoka, during the handover, said the donation will transform the educational landscape.
She further said the donation will ensure low pupil to teacher ratios, reduce travel distances and tackle the needs of hostels.
Additionally, she said critical issues of accessibility and retention are addressed by providing these essential resources. It will also reduce dropout rates, she added.
“The conducive environment created here is your ladder to your academic success, embrace your studies, challenge yourselves and aim for greater heights,” she said.
She further urged pupils to refrain from vandalism and ensure the facilities are well maintained for the next generation.
She highlighted that it is everyone’s responsibility to create an environment that fosters growth, learning and creativity.
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