Lives at Risk? Apenkwa Students Continue Classes in Structurally Unsafe Buildings

Students at the Apenkwa Cluster of Schools are continuing their academic activities under alarming conditions, as several classrooms within the facility have developed massive and visible cracks, sparking serious concerns about safety.

The deteriorating state of the school’s infrastructure has left many worried about the potential risk to both students and teachers who occupy these classrooms daily.

Eyewitness accounts and observations indicate that the cracks, which run across walls and in some cases extend toward the foundations, appear extensive enough to compromise the structural integrity of the buildings.

Despite the evident danger, teaching and learning have not been halted. Pupils can still be seen attending lessons in these affected classrooms, raising questions about why urgent measures have not yet been taken to address the situation.

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Parents and community members are increasingly anxious, calling on authorities to intervene before the situation escalates into a disaster. Many fear that continued use of the compromised structures could lead to a partial or total collapse, especially during periods of heavy rainfall or strong winds.

Education stakeholders have often emphasized the importance of providing a safe and conducive learning environment. However, the situation at Apenkwa appears to contradict these standards, highlighting ongoing challenges with infrastructure maintenance in some public schools.

There are growing calls on the Ghana Education Service (GES) and relevant government agencies to immediately assess the extent of the damage and take decisive action. Suggested measures include relocating students to safer spaces, conducting structural audits, and initiating urgent renovation or reconstruction works.

As students remain in these precarious conditions, the urgency for intervention cannot be overstated. Ensuring the safety of learners and staff must remain a top priority to prevent any avoidable tragedy.

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