By Miriam Zarriga

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In a major breakthrough for education in the remote Telefomin District, Urapmin Primary School will unveil brand-new classrooms and teacher housing—an achievement made possible by the recent opening of the Tabubil to Telefomin road.

For years, Urapmin Primary struggled with limited infrastructure.

Teachers braved harsh conditions and students learned in rundown facilities, often without basic materials.

Thanks to improved road access, construction materials were finally transported into the district, allowing long-overdue upgrades to take place.

The new infrastructure includes several classrooms and well-built teacher accommodations, greatly improving the learning and teaching environment.

The Tabubil-Telefomin road, once a vision on paper, is now a lifeline for communities like Urapmin.

Its completion has not only enabled the delivery of building supplies, but has also opened up access to healthcare, government services, and markets.

Despite the school’s importance, the region’s remoteness has long been a barrier.

Teachers and students faced daily challenges, including:

Difficulty accessing school supplies

Limited communication

Poor infrastructure

Long travel times to and from nearby villages

Now, with new facilities and better road access, the school is poised to serve the community more effectively.

Local leaders hope that these developments will attract more qualified teachers and boost student performance.

“This is not just about buildings—it’s about giving our children a better future,” said a local parent.

The story of Urapmin Primary is now one of resilience, progress, and hope for generations to come.