Chinese Embassy provides redevelopment funding and computer sets to Vaimauga College in Samoa

$6K USD

Funder	Chinese Embassy
Recipient Organization	Vaimauga College
Country	Samoa
Start Date	Jun 19, 2020
End Date	Jun 22, 2026
Duration	2,194 days
Number of Grantees	1
Roles	Recipient
Data Source	AidData Chinese Aid
Grant ID	`90166`

Grant Description

On June 19, 2020, an opening ceremony took place for Vaimauga College in Samoa as well as a handover ceremony for 8 new computers provided by China. In addition to the donated computers, China provided WST $6,000 for redevelopment and renovations at the college. The renovations included updating the school's classrooms and restrooms.

The redevelopment initiative began during the COVID-19 pandemic as school officials realized that the school's condition could negatively impact virus control efforts. At the opening ceremony, China’s Ambassador to Samoa, Chao Xiaoliang, cut the ribbon. Local students and staff members acknowledged China for their generosity through songs, dances and speeches.

📋 Staff Comments

1. Currency of the donation is unclear. AidData assumes Samoan Tala as the currency given the origin of the sources for this project.

📚 Sources & References

China improves learning environment at Vaimauga College
Teachers and students at Vaimauga College had several reasons to celebrate on Friday. Loan applications and disbursements are still being received and processed as the projects continue to evolve. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are in place to ensure project continuity.