Africa-Press – Liberia. In a significant boost to access to safe drinking water and improved learning conditions, the Rotary Club of Gbarnga, in partnership with Humanity Care Liberia, has officially broken ground on a solar-powered well at the government-run John Flomo Bakalu High School in Gbarnga, Bong County.
The groundbreaking ceremony, held on the school’s campus, brought together educators, students, community members, and representatives of the two partner institutions, marking a major step toward addressing the school’s long-standing water challenges. Once completed, the solar-powered well is expected to provide clean, reliable, and sustainable drinking water for hundreds of students and staff.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Sam Gaye of Humanity Care Liberia said the project forms part of a broader national effort to improve water access in public schools, particularly those struggling with inadequate basic facilities. He noted that similar solar-powered wells have been successfully implemented in other schools across the country, yielding positive health and educational outcomes.
Also addressing the gathering, President of the Gbarnga Rotary Club, Mr. Morris A. Gbasie emphasized Rotary’s commitment to community service and sustainable development. He disclosed that the project is fully sponsored by members of the Rotary Club and designed to operate with minimal running costs, thanks to its solar-powered system.
Mr. Gbasie and Mr. Gaye jointly urged the administration of John Flomo Bakalu High School to take full ownership of the project by ensuring proper maintenance and protection of the facility once construction is completed. They stressed that sustainability remains a core principle of Rotary’s interventions, warning that neglect could undermine the initiative’s long-term benefits.
For his part, the District Education Officer of Gbarnga School District One, Mr. Silas Juaquellie, described the project as timely and transformative. He said access to safe drinking water would not only improve students’ health but also enhance attendance and concentration, particularly during the dry season when water scarcity becomes severe.
The Principal of John Flomo Bakalu High School, Mr. Koulapah Flomo, echoed similar sentiments, expressing profound gratitude to Humanity Care Liberia and the Rotary Club of Gbarnga. He acknowledged that the lack of safe water has been a persistent challenge for the institution and pledged the school’s full commitment to maintaining the solar-powered well upon completion.
As construction begins, students and teachers alike have welcomed the initiative with optimism, viewing it as a symbol of hope and a practical investment in education and public health. The project further underscores the growing role of local civic organizations in complementing government efforts to improve social services across Bong County and Liberia at large.
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