Lusaka Central Member of Parliament, Mulambo Haimbe has handed over a science Laboratory at Jacaranda Combined School in Lusaka financed under the 2023 Constituency Development Fund (CDF) at a total cost of one million and hundred and thirteen Kwacha (K1000, 113.93).
Mr Haimbe says the modern laboratory with the 45 learners per class capacity is a good addition to the school infrastructure.
Speaking when he officially handed over the laboratory at Jacaranda Combined School in Lusaka today, Mr Haimbe who is also Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said the government considers education to be a cornerstone of the country’s development.
“This moment marks a significant milestone reflecting the unwavering commitment to the future of our learners and the importance of investing in education,” he added.
Lusaka Central MP noted that the facility will change the lives of learners as it is a gateway for learners to understand the wonders of science through experiments and practice.
Mr Haimbe assured the school administration of the government’s commitment to endeavor to improve the school infrastructure and learning experience for the learners at the school.
And speaking at the same event, Lusaka Mayor Chilando Chitangala said the facility is testament of Lusaka City Council’s commitment in enhancing the quality of education within the community.
Ms Chitangala stated that the laboratory will ensure that students have ample space and resources to conduct experiments, foster critical thinking, and nurture their curiosity.
“By bridging the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, we shall continue to cultivate a generation of scientifically literate individuals who will contribute meaningfully to our society,” she added.
The Lusaka Mayor further highlighted that the laboratory will therefore play a crucial role in inspiring learners to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), fields that are vital for the progress and development of the country.
Ms Chitangala further urged the learners to utilise the facility and take care of it as it is meant to improve their learning experience.
Meanwhile, Jacaranda Combined School Head Teacher, Kerita Mvula thanked the government for the facility.
Mrs Mvula said since its inception in 1969, the school has not had a laboratory which negatively affected the learners as they did not have means of experimenting what they had been learning.
