In a world of darkness when there is a spark, it should signify hope. But here in Guyana where darkness fills the hearts and minds of many a spark can mean the destruction of a school by burning which creates feelings of despair.
It is alarming that between 2021 and this year, four secondary schools burned in Guyana. In 2021 it was Mabaruma Secondary and North Ruimveldt Secondary. In 2022 it was St. George’s High School. Twelve days into 2023, Christ Church Secondary burned. It was reported by the Guyana Fire Service that the St. George’s High School fire and North Ruimveldt’s were electrical. However, the Mabaruma Secondary and Christ Church Secondary fires were said to be arson.
In a society where arsonists are bold enough to burn institutions where children conceive ideas, explore their skills and talents and work towards their goals, what can we say about ourselves? What right-thinking or sane person would burn a school?
