By Patience Longwe and Sellah Chunda

Dowa, July 11, Mana: Principal Secretary (PS) Responsible for Basic Education, Dr. Rachel Chimbwete Phiri has lauded the positive impact of the Manondo Primary School project, calling it a significant milestone in their implementation efforts.

Speaking on Thursday at Manondo Primary School in Dowa, she emphasized the community's active involvement, noting the encouraging progress made.

She acknowledged the challenges faced by the project and assured that the government was addressing them.

"Indeed, the concerns raised regarding the disbursement period of funds have been considered and adjustments are already underway," Dr. Chimbwete Phiri added.

Deputy Head Teacher of Manondo School, Wishes Kambanizithe expressed optimism about the project's potential to transform service delivery.

"The MERP Project will make learning more engaging for our students, particularly those who previously studied outdoors. They will now benefit from proper classroom environments," he stated.

Kambanizithe added that the positive impact on female students, particularly those on their menstrual period, who would now have access to dedicated changing rooms.

 "This will significantly help them stay in school, providing a private space to change or clean themselves as needed," he said.

MERP is constructing three blocks, consisting of six classrooms, at Manondo Primary School in Dowa.