Wawin National School of Excellence in the Morobe Province has received an Internet Connection boost from DataCo PNG Limited during its 22nd graduation ceremony this year.
Established in 2001, the school was privileged to announce the Internet connection at its graduation, which saw DataCo PNG Limited’s General Manager Commercial, Une O’ Ome, representing DataCo PNG Limited’s Chief Executive Officer Paul Komboi, who was unable to attend as the keynote speaker.
“I am also very proud to announce that DataCo PNG Ltd has launched a broadband Internet connection for Wawin National School of Excellence,” O’ Ome stated.
“The school is now connected to the Internet through fiber optic technology.”
“This is something that we Papua New Guineans have dreamed of having access to in schools,” O’ Ome added.
This positive news was shared in front of 127 graduating Grade 12 students, their parents, guardians, and key stakeholders present at the event.
School Principal Mr. Pal Pu expressed gratitude to DataCo PNG Ltd for its long-term investment in the school.
“Your investment is beneficial for our country, where everything is now transitioning into a digital system, and it is a timely investment,” Pu remarked.
“We have been planning to connect this school for years but were searching for ways to start.”
“You have come to answer our unanswered plans, which will have a great impact on nation building,” Pu continued.
Students’ representative co-president Hembesause Brendon thanked DataCo PNG Ltd for the investment, stating that future generations of students would benefit greatly.
“On behalf of this year’s students, I am very grateful for the best network the school has in connecting with this important partner in delivering quality education for the good of our country,” Brendon said.