Update May 2025
Progress Construction update School project Gereba
The President of the Foundation, Desta Kebede, was personally on site in Gereba, Ethiopia, at the end of May 2025 to see the progress of the school project for himself. The developments on the ground are encouraging and clearly show that our joint commitment is bearing concrete fruit.
The shell of the two-story library has now been completed. In addition, four single classrooms and one double classroom have been built. Another classroom with an open structure has also been built and will be used for flexible learning formats in the future. The first teacher's house is already in place, as is a toilet block for the students. A second toilet block is already being planned to meet future demand. At the same time, we are working on practical solutions for rainwater collection and drinking water treatment—two key elements for a functioning and sustainable school. Clarifications and initial technical implementations are planned for the coming weeks.
Another current focus is on procuring school desks. We are placing particular emphasis on quality, stability, and durability—and are currently reviewing several offers and designs to ensure that all classrooms are equipped appropriately. The issue of energy supply has also been addressed: the site has been technically assessed, and it appears that a solar energy system is the most suitable solution for the location. We are now in the process of obtaining quotes and selecting a system that meets the school's needs.
The visit showed once again how important this project is for the region - and how much hope, dynamism and responsibility it holds. With each completed part of the building, not only the school grows, but also a vision: to enable education in an environment that is based on sustainability, community and personal responsibility.
We would like to thank everyone who has helped make this project possible.
