Development project
Rufai Primary School Renovation
Renovating classrooms and facilities to create a safe and conducive learning environment.
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The problem
Classrooms need structural repair, and sanitation facilities do not meet the needs of the current student population.
Objectives
- Renovate classroom blocks
- Build accessible sanitation facilities
- Provide furniture and learning materials
- Improve the school perimeter and safety
Project story
A school building is a promise to a community. This renovation restores classrooms, adds accessible sanitation and makes the compound safer so children can learn without interruption.
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Timeline and milestones
Assessment
5 March 2024 · Completed
Classroom block A renovation
1 August 2024 · Completed
Sanitation facilities
15 January 2025 · In progress
Furniture and materials
1 May 2025 · Planned
Handover
30 June 2025 · Planned
Budget breakdown
| Line item | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom renovation | $190,000 | 50% |
| Sanitation facilities | $95,000 | 25% |
| Furniture & materials | $60,000 | 16% |
| Supervision | $35,000 | 9% |
Funding sources
- City budget allocation$120K
- Community & diaspora giving$90K
Social impact
Safer classrooms and dignified sanitation, particularly benefiting girls' attendance.
Environmental impact
Rainwater harvesting installed on renovated roofs.
Risks and mitigation
Works during term time
Schedule disruptive works during school holidays
Progress updates
2 May 2024
Block A handed back to the school
The first renovated classroom block is back in use.