Story by Courage Bushe
MORE than 100 learners at Gomututu Secondary School in Mberengwa are set to benefit from newly constructed classroom blocks funded through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), as infrastructure development in rural communities gathers pace.
The upgrade follows the disbursement of CDF resources under the Second Republic’s development agenda, which seeks to leave no one and no place behind. The new classroom block has significantly improved learning conditions at the school, strengthening access to quality education in Mberengwa District.
The development forms part of broader infrastructure growth aligned with Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2).
A community member urged learners to make full use of the new facilities.
“Now we have a block of two classrooms here, I want to urge beneficiaries to utilise this productively and work hard in their studies,” the community member said.
Villagers welcomed the development, describing it as a boost to education in the area.
“I want to thank the Second Republic for development programmes here in Mberengwa. I am happy that there is development in my ward and that the government is investing in our children’s education,” a villager said.
A parent said the upgrade would enable learners to study closer to home.
“Our children here will advance their studies at this school, which is near their homes, which is good for us. There are a lot of programmes being funded through CDF in this ward, and we are thankful to Cde Hungwe for using those funds towards the development of our areas,” the parent said.
School head Miss Ellen Mavira said the smart classroom block would enhance academic performance.
“The classroom block is not only an invaluable asset to the school, but it also enhances learning for the learners. We are also happy with what various stakeholders are doing in assisting the community,” she said.
Mberengwa East legislator Honourable Tasara Hungwe said the project demonstrates government efforts to improve education in rural communities.
“I think this programme will play a key role in reducing educational gaps between rural and urban folks. I would want to thank the Second Republic for making such great efforts in changing the education sector. The Second Republic has done a lot in the education sector through the 5.0 model. We are building labs and giving computers to schools in the constituency,” Honourable Hungwe said.
The project underscores ongoing efforts to improve learning standards in marginalised communities.
