- – aimed at addressing urgent infrastructure needs in public schools
Sedie Junior Secondary School is among the 20 schools which have benefited from the “Winter doors and windows” initiative aimed at addressing urgent infrastructure needs in schools, particularly fixing doors and windows to protect learners from harsh winter conditions.
The campaign follows Education Infrastructure and Management Company (EIMC)’s recent launch of an initiative dubbed “Ke Abela Sekolo,’ a flagship resource mobilisation initiative through which they facilitate partnerships and investment with the aim of transforming Botswana’s public schools for the better.
First National Bank of Botswana Foundation has become the inaugural private-sector partner of the Ke Abela Sekolo campaign, committing P800,000 towards the Winter “Doors and Windows” Campaign.
Speaking during the installation launch at Sedie JSS on Thursday, Maun FNBB Branch Manager, Lekono Koketso stated that this campaign aligns with one of their mandates, “reaching out to communities in service”. Koketso mentioned that they see it befitting to share profits with local communities, that’s why they aid in socio- economic developments.
Furthermore, he explained that addressing school needs remains their top priority, saying he greatly acknowledge that more is needed in schools. He highlighted that over the past few years they have carried out refurbishment of school hostels, libraries, classes, orchards and among others fully sponsored students from underprivileged families, particularly those admitted in private schools.
The branch manager alluded that the windows and doors installation campaign was much anticipated as it will protect students from harsh winter conditions.
Meanwhile in his remarks, Sedie JSS School Head, Same Saudu applauded FNBB and EIMC for considering his school. He said the installation will not only shield students from harsh winter conditions, but will also enhance their learning and restore their dignity and safety.
For his part, North West Regional Education Acting Director, Kegodile Mahudinga who graced the ceremony to witness the installation applauded the support they received from FNBB. He indicated that almost all public schools’ classrooms in the country are old, worn out and dilapidated, adding this calls for joint efforts and long-term construction and maintenance.
Mahudinga stressed that students learning in classrooms without windows and doors are no difference to those studying under trees as they are all prone to outside movements distractions. He concluded that they wish to see all students learning in conducive learning environments, something he said will enhance their learning.
