I CAN South Sudan Hands Over Hybrid Off-Grid Solar System to Nipata Primary School

This morning, I CAN South Sudan officially handed over a newly installed hybrid off-grid solar system to Nipata Primary School in Bidi Bidi Refugee Settlement, Zone 4.

The handover ceremony was witnessed by representatives from the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), UNHCR, the Parent Teachers Association (PTA), Refugee Welfare Council (RWC), School Management Committee (SMC), and the school administration. The project was funded through INFOE with support from the Sonnencent Programme of Elektrizitätswerke Schönau (EWS), Germany.

This initiative aims to improve access to quality education by providing reliable and sustainable electricity for the school. The solar system will enable candidate classes to continue revising during the evening hours, provide a safe space for learners from the surrounding community to study at night, allow teachers to charge their phones, and support school administration by powering computers and printers for educational and administrative work.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all our stakeholders and the people of Bidi Bidi Zone 4 for their unwavering support and collaboration throughout the implementation of this project.

What makes this initiative particularly meaningful is that it was designed through a participatory and community-led approach. The school administration, Parent Teachers Association, Refugee Welfare Council, School Management Committee, and members of the local community were actively involved in identifying the need, planning the intervention, and supporting its implementation. Seeing the completed installation handed over today was a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when communities and partners work together.

One of the most touching moments during the ceremony came from the Chairperson of the School Management Committee, who shared:

“As a community, we had planned to contribute money to purchase a solar system for the school. With this generous support, we can now redirect those contributions towards paying teachers who continue to educate our children.”

At a time when humanitarian funding continues to decline and many schools increasingly rely on community contributions to sustain education services, this project represents more than the installation of a solar system. It eases the financial burden on the community while creating a better learning environment for hundreds of children.

As a refugee-led local organization, I CAN South Sudan remains committed to working hand in hand with communities to ensure that children have access to safe, inclusive, and quality education.

This handover marks only the beginning. The project will continue with additional activities, including exchange learning visits, community engagement, and other initiatives aimed at strengthening education and promoting sustainable community ownership.

We sincerely thank INFOE, the Sonnencent Programme of Elektrizitätswerke Schönau (EWS), Germany, OPM, UNHCR, community leaders, the school management, teachers, parents, and every community member who contributed to making this important milestone a reality.

Together, we are lighting the path to a brighter future for every child.

I CAN South Sudan – Yes We Can!

Solar System Installed by Exyness Solutions U Ltd