Today, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Thomas Hines officially handed over two newly constructed classrooms to Seetsa Primary School in Lesotho. Funded by the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund, this project addresses critical issues of overcrowding while replacing unconventional learning spaces like a deteriorating church hall and a repurposed chicken shed.
The newly built classrooms provide a safe, modern, and inspiring environment for students to learn and thrive. The initiative underscores the commitment of the United States to support education as a fundamental driver of opportunity and growth in Lesotho.
“Education is the foundation for a brighter future,” said Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Hines during the handover ceremony. “By improving the learning conditions at Seetsa Primary School, we are investing in the next generation of leaders and reinforcing the strong partnership between the U.S. and Lesotho.”
The Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund is designed to empower communities through small-scale, impactful projects. In the case of Seetsa Primary School, it has not only alleviated overcrowding but also ensured that students have access to spaces conducive to learning, fostering better outcomes for all.
The U.S. Mission to Lesotho continues to prioritize education as a critical area of partnership, recognizing its transformative power in building resilient communities and fostering long-term development.
As the students and teachers of Seetsa Primary School settle into their new classrooms, the handover marks not just the completion of a project but the beginning of brighter opportunities for the community.
