Two new school buildings inaugurated in western Afghanistan

Earlier this week, according to a press release issued by Afghanistan’s Ministry of Education, two new school buildings were inaugurated in western Afghanistan.

The first building is for the boys and girls Tajekhaa Primary School in the Muqur district of Badghis province. The building was built in 6 months at a cost of 47, 000 Euros. Funding for the project was provided by the Spanish government. The building has 4 classrooms, 1 administrative room, and 6 restrooms. Tables and chairs were also provided for both student and teachers.

The other building is for the boys and girls Bandabad Middle School in the Pashtun Zarghun district of Herat province. The building was built in 6 months at cost of 110,000 Euros. Funding for the project was provided by the Italian government. The building has 10 classrooms, 7 administrative rooms, and 6 restrooms. It also has a basketball and volleyball court. Tables and chairs were also provided for both students and teachers.

As more school buildings are built throughout Afghanistan, less students will have to student outside or in tents.

December 1, 2010 · admin · No Comments
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