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Upper Basic Student Seeking Assistance

Sep 2, 2008, 8:24 AM | Article By: By Lamin Darboe

Binta Jammeh, a native of Nyofeleh Village in Kombo South, is seeking support from the general public to enable her continue her education, which was halted due to financial constraints.

Binta, a graduate of Kitty Upper Basic School, is not sure whether when school resumes again if she will be able to go back. 

According to her, she completed her grade nine exam last year but couldn't proceed to the senior secondary school due to financial problems.

Speaking to The Point, a desperate looking Binta said, "if I have the support I am willing to go back to school for my own interest". She said that her parents were unable to pay for her and she is relying on philantrophists and well wishers to support her schooling. "My dream and aspiration is to be educated and support my parents but then this dream is only attainable with support from others," she said.

Those interested in supporting Binta can reach the family on 00220 7606744 or 7055162.