Help Children in Madagascar Gain an Education

Nearing project close, Ranomafana Lycée (high school) is scheduled to be complete by the end of February 2020. 

SEED’s Head of Construction recently travelled to the remote school site, where he spoke with high school students who will be attending the new school. Students in the community of Ranomafana are excited to have their own designated school building for the first time. They expressed what the construction of the Lycée means to the community and why it will be so impactful.

Maho, an 18-year-old student told SEED that “there are not enough classrooms, so when the school is done, we will be very happy”. The current lack of classroom space limits high school students to attending only half days of school. Another student, Miha, who will begin his baccalaureate during the upcoming school year shared that, “because of the new school building, many students will be successful and happy, and the number of kids able to stay in school will increase”. The Lycée will provide 245 students with the opportunity to achieve higher-level education, a crucial component in enabling young people and their families to escape the vicious cycle of poverty.

None of this would be possible without the passion and dedication of a memorable SEED staff and committed community member, Dadah. An advocate for education, Dadah identified the need for improved education infrastructure in his home community of Ranomafana. Once brought to SEED’s attention, Dadah and the team began planning this next phase of Project Sekoly. Tragically, Dadah passed away in a road accident, however his kind spirit and passion will live on through the halls of Ranomafana Lycée, providing bright futures for young people in his hometown. A stone has been engraved in Dadah’s memory, honouring his hard work and dedication to his community.