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YAMOUSSOUKRO: MINISTER GOVERNOR AUGUSTIN THIAM OFFERS 3000 SCHOOL KITS FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world,” said Nelson Mandela. It is with this in mind that the Yamoussoukro Autonomous District, under the leadership of the Minister-Governor, Dr. Augustin Thiam, organized this important ceremony for the distribution of school supply kits for the 2026-2027 academic year, on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the Yamoussoukro Science High School.
This initiative aims to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds as well as top students in the District's public schools, encouraging them to continue their efforts and succeed in their studies.
The ceremony was held at the Yamoussoukro Science High School, in the presence of several political, administrative, and local figures, as well as stakeholders in the education system. It was presided over by Mr. Augustin Thiam, Minister-Governor of the Yamoussoukro Autonomous District, accompanied by his First Vice-Governor, Ms. Mariam Bamba, and members of the District Council. Among those present were Ms. Thérèse Diby Affoué, Member of Parliament for the Yamoussoukro Commune; the Secretary General of the Attiégouakro Prefecture, representing the Prefect of the Attiégouakro Department; Mr. Sylla Ouattara, Regional Director of National Education, Literacy, and Technical Training (DRENET); and the Directors and Deputy Directors of the Yamoussoukro Autonomous District. Traditional chiefs, religious leaders, school principals, students, and parents also participated in the ceremony.
The event began with the performance of the national anthem by students from the Science High School. The Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Lambertiny, then presented the program for the meeting.
In his welcoming remarks, Mr. Coulibaly Souleyman, Principal of the Science High School, acknowledged the presence of the authorities and expressed his deep gratitude to the Minister and Governor for his unwavering commitment to the students. He then raised a request concerning improved access to water and the provision of mattresses for the students in the boarding school at the Science High School in Yamoussoukro.
Speaking in turn, Ms. Enokou Mireille Émeraude, Director of Human Development, indicated that this initiative enabled the distribution of 3,000 school kits, compared to 1,000 last year, to students in public schools in the Yamoussoukro Autonomous District. The schools involved are the Yamoussoukro Scientific High School, the Mamie Adjoua High School, the Mixed High School 1, and the Modern High School 1. Among the beneficiaries were also 20 top-performing students from these various schools.
She urged them to redouble their efforts in their studies and reiterated her thanks to the Minister, Governor, for this social action, which is continued annually. A particularly appreciated moment was the performance by Mathias Man, a student in 10th grade (2nde C1), who presented a slam poem for his classmates. Through this presentation, he delivered a message of encouragement for hard work and expressed his gratitude to the Minister-Governor for the donated school kits.
The ceremony continued with the official presentation of the school kits by the Minister-Governor, accompanied by several dignitaries.
On behalf of her classmates, student Kouakou Grâce Synthiche expressed her sincere gratitude to the Minister-Governor for this gesture. She emphasized that these kits represent a true relief for parents and an additional source of motivation for the students, whom she encouraged to redouble their efforts to succeed in their school year.
For his part, Mr. Sina Ouattara, Regional Director of National Education and Literacy, expressed the gratitude of the entire educational community to the Minister-Governor for this initiative, which is part of a tradition of solidarity and support for students. He stressed that these kits will help keep children in school and encourage them to continue their efforts. Mrs. Kossounou Mireille, wife of Brou, Chief of Staff, specified that this initiative represents financial support of 1,550,000 FCFA provided by the Minister-Governor.
In his address, the Minister-Governor, Dr. Augustin Thiam, first expressed his gratitude to the President of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire for the trust placed in him.
Referring to this initiative, he noted that this was the 12th edition of the school kit distribution ceremony.
He was delighted to be able to support students once again, particularly those from disadvantaged families. The Minister-Governor explained that these kits not only provide support to families but also encourage students to persevere and succeed in their studies. He urged them to work hard, be disciplined, and respect their teachers. He also expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the teachers for their dedication and the work they do daily in training and educating students.
The ceremony concluded with a reception and a group photo, commemorating this moment of solidarity and commitment to education and academic success.
Communications Department of the Yamoussoukro Autonomous District.