Race to reopen Gaza schools
Summary
More than 600,000 Palestinian children in Gaza have missed school due to ongoing conflict. With a recent ceasefire, efforts are now underway to reopen schools and resume education. Major obstacles remain, including damaged schools and the use of some facilities as shelters.Key Facts
- Over 600,000 children in Gaza have not attended regular school for the past two years.
- A recent ceasefire has allowed efforts to reopen makeshift schools to begin.
- UNICEF reports only about 100,000 children have returned to school so far.
- UNRWA is providing education for 40,000 students through contracted teachers.
- Many schools have been damaged or destroyed and others are being used as shelters.
- Space shortages are a significant issue for reopening schools.
- During the conflict, children faced unstable educational opportunities due to bombardments and shortages of essentials.
- Reconstruction in Gaza faces challenges, with estimates suggesting it could cost around $70 billion.
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