BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
Ghaobata Primary School in North Guadalcanal has received grant assistance that will go towards the construction of a classroom building.
Member of Parliament for North Guadalcanal, Dr Paul Popora Bosawai, has described the grant assistance from the Japanese Embassy as a magnificent milestone.
He made the statement in his remarks at a signing of an 80,679 U.S.D grant contract for a Ghaobata Primary School’s classroom building.
Japanese Ambassador to Solomon Islands H.E. Keiichi Higuchi and the Ghaobata Head Mistress Ms Emillian Papasa signed the grant at the Japanese Embassy office in Honiara on Friday last week.
The project is funded by the Government of Japan through the grassroots grant initiative and facilitated by the Japanese Embassy in Solomon Islands.
“As the Member of Parliament for the people of North West Guadalcanal constituency, I truly thank you for this magnificent milestone for our community. The Ghaobata Primary School project is worth 80,679 USD, which is equivalent to around 664,000 SBD,” Bosawai told Japanese Ambassador H.E. Keiichi.
“Our heartfelt thanks to the people of Japan and your great government for this life-changing investment in our children as well as in our future,” he said.
He said that Ghaobata Primary School stood as a pillar of learning for generations of students in the North Guadalcanal constituency, educating minds, nurturing values, resilience and a sense of belonging among the indigenous people and their neighbours.
Bosawai said the project is a direct investment in the human capital for the community and a critical boost to upgrading classroom resources and facilities for a conducive learning environment for children, teachers and families.
“This project will strengthen school infrastructure, act as a communal hub, supporting parents’ ability to work, pursue livelihoods and participate in the life of the community, while ensuring every child has a fair chance at a brighter future.
“This project embodies that vision. It reinforces our commitment to ensuring every child has access to quality education, while building the foundation for sustainable livelihood in our region or constituency.
“Your support is more than financial assistance. This project is a testament to the enduring friendship between our peoples and our nation, and it reflects a sheer commitment to education development and a brighter tomorrow,” said Bosawai.
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