UNAMID launches school for Darfur children

The African Union/United Nations Hybrid operation in Darfur (UNAMID) recently inaugurated a primary school for Darfur children. The 23 classroom facility is to help internally displaced children in the El Fasher region to get access to education.

“Our presence is not only to protect civilians, but also to help the population recover from the consequences of war and to ensure their growth and development,” said UNAMID Force Commander, Lt. Gen. Patrick Nyamvumba at the inauguration ceremony.

He added that early recovery and development projects were one of the Mission’s priorities, noting that, UNAMID would continue to co-operate and help in all possible ways.

Before, children used to learn from under trees or grass thatched classrooms.

The representative of the governor of Darfur province, Mohammed Hamid Adam thanked Rwanda for investing in the young generation.

“By investing in today’s young ones, we are investing in the future, education avails sustainable wealth, development and peace,” said the Darfur official.

“We are happy that UNAMID is partnering with the people of Darfur to ensure sustainable development. Education is life, education is peace,” he added.

The Mission also plans to construct a fence at Abu Shouk Girls School as well as six more classrooms.

Children admire their new classrooms in El Salam Girls School