The village of Phillipai and surrounding areas in Upper Mazaruni, Region Seven, will benefit from a new secondary school at a cost of some $275 million, as part of government’s efforts to improve educational facilities in hinterland areas.
According to a Ministry of Education release yesterday, Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, visited Phillipai on August 15, to mark the the construction of the Phillipai Secondary School. During the visit, she engaged with villagers, and took part in a sod-turning event signifying the official start of this pivotal development.
Manickchand emphasised the government’s commitment to accessible and quality education through various initiatives, including the School Feeding Programme, which ensures that students receive nutritious meals to support their learning.