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Milne Bay PEC assists schools to complete academic year amid El Nino
The Milne Bay Provincial Government has come to the aid of schools in Milne Bay province affected by the onset of the El Nino'.
They've allocated K1.2mil this week to assist schools to complete the 2026 academic year, particularly boarding schools and students preparing to sit for the upcoming National Examinations.
The Milne Bay Provincial Executive Council (PEC) met on Thursday evening to discuss assistance for schools affected by the El Nino' conditions following a policy submission from the Provincial Division of Education.
Milne Bay Deputy Governor, Mathew Magioudi, told NBC News yesterday that a submission was presented to the Provincial Government for assistance, especially with the National Examinations coming up for the grades 10s and 12s.
"The cabinet saw that it's very important for schools to complete their 2026 academic year, mainly the grades 10s and 12s in boarding schools. The cabinet in it's wisdom endorsed a total of K1.2mil for the rescue of all the schools affected by the El Nino". Magiodu said.
He said because of the urgency and difficulties associated with normal procurement processes, affected schools and boarding institutions have been asked to submit their quotations and requirements for assistance.
Magiodi said the payment will be made to suppliers based on the submitted requirements to allow schools to access the assistance.
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