Although many persons living in the indigenous community of Jawalla, in Region Seven, are slowly adapting to the restrictions that have been put in place by the Ministry of Public Health to slow the spread of COVID-19, some who need internet access for their education have been unable to properly attend their online classes due to lack of cellular service and poor Wi-Fi connectivity.
Schools across the country have been closed until further notice due to the pandemic, which has claimed nine lives in the country thus far.
During an interview, 21-year-old Danella Clement, who is a student of the University of Bedfordshire, told Stabroek News that many students in Jawalla have been severely affected despite the fact that many educational institutions have been providing online classes.