Zimbabwe News Update
herald
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Obey SibandaWHEN the Minister of Energy and Power Development, July Moyo, switched on the electricity, he brought joy to the Mabobolo Primary School community, illuminating the faces of children who had gathered to witness the milestone achievement.The usually sleepy community of Mabobolo suddenly came alive as the first burst of electricity breathed life into the school’s corridors.For years, these marginalised children had their dreams dimmed by the harsh reality of life without electricity. Simple tasks such as studying and accessing digital resources were a luxury they could not afford.
But on this day, their future brightened as the lights flickered on, bridging the gap between them and their urban counterparts.The impact of this electrification project goes beyond lighting up classrooms. It restores the right of these children to quality education, which was previously hindered by the darkness of candlelight and the limitations it imposed. No longer will they have to strain their eyes or risk burning their grandmother’s thatched hut.The digital divide that once seemed insurmountable has begun to narrow, opening doors to a world of opportunities.
Mabobolo Primary School head girl, Fairness Mpande, could not hide her joy as she thanked the minister, who to her was not just a minister but a saviour who had descended on the village to resurrect their hopes.“This event to us is not ordinary. It is the day our hopes are restored – the day that bridges the gap between us and the children from the city. Our dreams were limited by our surroundings, but from today, nothing can limit us,” she said.With electricity, these children can now tap into the digital world, accessing a wealth of information and resources that will enable them to compete with their peers from urban areas. The computer lab, once a distant dream, is now a reality, and the smiles on their faces say it all.
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