Mothers' Day Evokes Mixed Emotions
Monday, May 14, 2007
It is at this time that mothers are pampered and given all the attention that they rarely get during the year. They are given presents as a sign of appreciation for all the things that they have done for their children and families.
For children whose mothers have died, the day naturally evokes sad memories. But for the fortunate ones, it is and was yet another great day to remember.
For too long, the state of many public schools has been a source of shame. We have all seen the pictures and heard the stories of broken windows, unreliable water and electricity, topped by classrooms that are not fit for proper learning. The establishment of the Education Infrastructure and Management Company Ltd (EIMC) signals that authorities are finally ready to take this problem seriously. We must commend the government for this initiative....