
The early payments are for sponsorships, tuition fees and training materials for students selected from the 110 wards in the district, attending Balob Teachers College in Lae, Wau Small Scale Mining School and Bulolo Technical School.
Apart from the training institutions, Grace Memorial Secondary School, Baiyun High School in Mumeng and Buang High School will benefit from internet connection in the coming months.
(Pictured are some images from Minister Basil's interaction with Principles of the various institutions)
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