Zam: The Weotenga CEG (General Education College) was officially inaugurated, marking a significant step forward in the region's educational infrastructure. The school comprises two teaching buildings with classrooms and a common room, an administrative building, and three toilet blocks. The CEG's first graduating class consists of 61 students, with 36 girls and 25 boys.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the President of the Zam Special Delegation, Stephanie Lonfo Soma, highlighted the opening of this secondary school as a symbol of collective commitment. She emphasized the importance of proximity of schools to children to minimize challenges related to distance. Soma encouraged parents to ensure their children attend school and highlighted the nation's confidence in teachers.
The chief of Weotenga expressed gratitude to contributors of the CEG's construction and called for parental involvement in children's education. He stressed the significance of knowledge gained at school in the community.
El Hadj Mahamoudou Congo, president of the Namalgb-zanga association, explained the project's roots in the association's wish, which was approved by the PDS. He urged the community to maintain the infrastructure and thanked sponsors for their support.
Moussa Compaore, president of the Weotenga village development committee, and Issouf Tiendrebeogo, the teachers' representative, echoed the benefits the college will bring to the region. Tiendrebeogo also requested parental support for students.
Mahamadi Congo, school council president, expressed satisfaction and emphasized monitoring attendance and academic progress. He raised concerns about students leaving for gold mining sites, calling for vigilance.
Headmaster Kiogo Moussa urged long-term maintenance of the school and encouraged parents to provide school supplies and stay informed about their children's progress.
El Hadj Seydou Ouedraogo, the ceremony's boss, motivated students by stressing the importance of knowledge across various fields.
Regi Zoetyanga, representing secondary education in Ganzourgou, noted that the CEG provides a conducive learning environment and is expected to reduce school dropout rates.
Claude Congo from the Namalgb-zanga association acknowledged the previous long distances children traveled to attend school. He applauded the infrastructure efforts and reiterated the association's commitment to development.
The association donated materials to the CEG, and the ceremony concluded with a ribbon-cutting and tree planting.