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Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to equitable education and national development, the Government of Guyana has officially commenced construction on the long-awaited Christianburg/Wismar Secondary School in Linden, Region 10. The landmark project—valued at G$2.66 billion—is a bold statement of the administration’s dedication to transforming the education sector and uplifting hinterland and riverine communities (Guyana Chronicle).
The school is being constructed on a 244,000 square foot plot and will span approximately 67,000 square feet of modern educational space across nine blocks. Designed to accommodate over 1,000 students, it will be one of the most advanced public school facilities in the country. This includes science laboratories, a state-of-the-art ICT lab, a performing arts centre, vocational workshops, an agricultural unit, and dedicated areas for home economics and sports (Guyana Chronicle).
This initiative is part of the World Bank-funded “Guyana Strengthening Human Capital through Education Project,” which aligns with the government’s vision of universal access to quality secondary education—especially in underserved areas. Construction is being executed by PowerChina Jiangxi Electric Power Construction Company and is expected to be completed within 17 months (Guyana Chronicle).
The government has also delivered significantly in terms of teacher development and student opportunity in Region 10. Over the past four years, 384 teachers have received formal training, achieving a 100% teacher qualification rate. Additionally, more than 2,400 students from the region have accessed fully funded scholarships through the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL), allowing them to pursue tertiary education internationally (Guyana Chronicle).
This school is not just about bricks and mortar; it represents the government’s broader commitment to investing in youth potential and ensuring no child is left behind. Once completed, the school will provide an environment where students can explore science, technology, arts, and trades—equipping them with skills for Guyana’s dynamic future economy.
With 22 new secondary schools set to be operational nationwide by year’s end, this project reinforces the government’s promise to deliver transformative education as the foundation of long-term national prosperity (Guyana Chronicle).
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