By Beni Bamusi 

Thyolo, May 27, Mana: Member of Parliament for Thyolo Central, Ben Phiri has applauded the construction of a computer laboratory at Adorolatta Community Day Secondary School, saying it will bridge the digital divide and create a more equitable and inclusive education system. 

Speaking during the ground breaking ceremony at the school on Sunday, Phiri expressed gratitude for considering Thyolo Central Constituency for the computer lab, noting that the initiative will improve education standards in the country. 

“This is the direction that Malawi needs to take, if we are to make progress in education, with the computer labs teachers will be able to upgrade themselves.

"Students will be innovative and creative enough and be able to compete with other students across the globe. Further, the project will not only provide access to information but it will also change the face of the school,” he said. 

Phiri added that the project will also provide internet coverage up to a radius of 300 meters around the school; thereby, benefiting the surrounding community.

MACRA’s Universal Service Fund committee member, Mathews Kanyenga said the connect a school project will accelerate universal access to the internet, allowing students and teachers in the process to access learning and teaching materials as well as send and receive materials from various sources. 

"This project will bridge the information gap between urban schools and rural schools in the country.

"On top of that, the field will be leveled as there will be provision of equal access to resources, support and opportunities for all students regardless of their background or socio-economic status," said Kanyenga.

MACRA is poised to connect 75 schools across the country through connecting of school project.