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Kpone Affordable Housing Phase Four Advances – TDC

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TDC Company Limited Unveils Plans for 800 Affordable Housing Units by 2026 Mr. Courage K. M. Nunekpeku, the Managing Director of TDC Company Limited, has shared the company’s commitment to delivering 800 two-bedroom housing units in the Kpone Community 26 area by April 2026. This development will bring the total number of housing units in the enclave to 1,900. The project marks the fourth phase of a long-term initiative that has already seen over 1,000 units constructed across three phases in the past 19 years. During a recent media engagement and site visit, Mr. Nunekpeku emphasized that phase four will consist of 100 blocks, each containing two-bedroom apartments. He highlighted that the project is not only about increasing housing availability but also about ensuring quality, affordability, and sustainability. A Commitment to Timely Delivery The MD noted that 36 Ghanaian contractors are currently working on the project, with a strong focus on meeting the April 2026 deadline. Thi...

DC Jhelum Confronts School Heads Over 9th Grade Failures, Demands Strict Measures

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School Heads Confronted Over Poor 9th Grade Results In a significant move to address the alarming performance of students in the 9th grade exams, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Jhelum, Syed Meesam Abbas, convened a special meeting with the heads of public schools from Tehsil Pind Dadan Khan. This action followed widespread failures reported in the recent results, which have raised serious concerns about the quality of education in the region. The meeting took place at the DC Office in Jhelum and was attended by the CEO of Education, Nazia Shahzadi, along with various school heads from the tehsil. During the session, the CEO provided an overview of the students' poor performance, which led to the DC expressing strong disapproval and demanding explanations from the responsible parties. The DC described the results as "a matter of shame," emphasizing that the responsibility for this failure lies entirely with the school heads and teachers. He pointed out that while some ...

KE Residents in Karachi's Jama Cloth and Burns Road Commemorate Loadshedding Exemption

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Community and Utility Collaboration Leads to Loadshedding Exemption in Karachi Recent efforts between K-Electric (KE) and the communities of Jama Cloth and Burns Road in Karachi have resulted in a significant milestone: these areas have been granted loadshedding exemption status. This achievement marks a positive shift for thousands of residents and businesses, who now enjoy a more reliable electricity supply. The exemption comes as a result of a coordinated approach between KE and local stakeholders. By working closely with the community, KE was able to implement strategies that reduced line losses and improved bill recovery. These measures not only enhanced the efficiency of the power distribution system but also contributed to the overall stability of the electricity supply in the area. A Multi-Faceted Approach to Reliable Power Supply The transformation of the Jama Cloth feeder into a loadshedding-exempt zone is part of a broader initiative by KE to reduce the impact of power c...

Bungoma: ECDE Learners in Dilapidated Shacks

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The Crisis in Early Childhood Development Education in Bungoma County As schools across Kenya prepare to reopen for the third term, a troubling situation has emerged in Bungoma County, particularly concerning the state of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) facilities. This issue has sparked widespread concern and criticism from local leaders, highlighting a deep-seated neglect that affects the most vulnerable learners. A Disturbing Learning Environment Senator Wafula Wakoli, representing Ford Kenya, recently conducted an inspection of ECDE classrooms in Bungoma County, revealing alarming conditions that have raised serious questions about the government's commitment to early education. During his visit to St. Veronica Comprehensive School in Ranje, Wakoli was shocked by the poor state of the learning environment. The structures at the school are described as makeshift, poorly ventilated, and prone to leaking during rainy seasons while becoming unbearably hot under the...