By Shawnette Fiedkou
Statement Investment Inc. is currently working to finalize the construction of the Bamia Primary School in Linden, Region 10.
Despite encountering various challenges, including material and labor shortages, Chief Foreman Akani Blair assures that the project is swiftly moving forward with a focus on quality.
The primary building spans an impressive 29,250 square feet, with an additional 3,540 square feet dedicated to the gymnasium.
Once completed, the school will feature 44 classrooms, a science lab, a media center, male and female sick bays, an auditorium, a gymnasium, a music room, and two smart classrooms, along with staff rooms and other faculty offices.
However, the shortage of skilled labor for finishing work remains a persistent challenge.
Blair emphasized the importance of having the necessary skills on-site to ensure the successful completion of the project.
Awarded to Statement Investment Incorporated in November 2021 at a cost of $364 million, the original completion deadline for the project was July 2023.
Despite the setbacks, the school is expected to accommodate approximately 800 students upon its completion.
The Bamia Primary School project is a significant endeavor within one of Guyana’s largest housing schemes, aimed at enhancing educational infrastructure and providing quality learning environments for the region’s students.
Despite the challenges faced, efforts are underway to expedite the construction process and ensure that the Bamia Primary School becomes operational to serve the educational needs of the community.