Berejena High School celebrated a milestone on 18 June 2026 with the official opening and blessing of its new state-of-the-art administration block graced by Rt Rev. Bishop Raymond T. Mupa.
Established in 1963, the school has continued to grow despite facing challenges, including the devastating effects of heavy rains in 2024.
After disaster struck destroying infrastructure, in a remarkable turn of events the school celebrated the completion of the modern administration where Bishop Mupa, performed the rite of blessing, opening the new building and celebrating Holy Mass.
Hundreds attended to witness the fruits of hard work and strong leadership.
Amongst those who witnessed this event were the Diocesan Vicar General, Very Rev. Fr O.P. Chagweda; the Education Secretary, Sr Annah Bondeka; Parish priest Rev. Fr Dakwa; Rev. Fr Madzvamuse; other priests and religious sisters; school head Mr Gopo; learners; lay faithful; ward leadership; representatives from line ministries and various stakeholders in the education sector.
In his homily Bishop Mupa praised the school for keeping up with the catholic church’s long-standing tradition of building aesthetically pleasing infrastructure.
‘It is a good thing to keep developing our schools so that they do not continue looking dilapidated as if in ancient times,” he said.
“Even the Word of God reminds us of this. In Isaiah, the Lord says, ‘Behold, I make all things new. “
Alluding to the holistic impact of development to learners, he said, “The true measure of what helps children in education and shapes their mindset is the beauty of their environment and what they receive from it, enabling them to envision a brighter future for themselves.”
Present stakeholders uploaded the work while the school learners where evidently proud of ‘BJ’, as they affectionately called it, a name known in the school’s history, cherished by generations of learners.
The District School Inspector, Dr. Ndongwe, speaking at the event, attested, “Quality education cannot flourish without adequate infrastructure. This administration block contributes significantly towards improved governance, enabling schools to focus on teaching and learning.”
“I applaud the responsible authority and Church leadership, the School Development Committee, parents and guardians, the school head and staff and development partners. Your commitment demonstrates the true spirit of Unhu/Ubuntu.” he added.
Impressed by the schools’ development, Edulight book publisher donated 100 textbooks for Forms Three and Four as part of its support towards improving educational outcomes.
Over the years, Berejena High School has produced commendable academic results and continues to aim for impoved results.
The School head Mr Gopo expressed gratitude to all those who contributed towards the successful completion of the administration block.
His final promise to the Bishop was to shift the school’s academic performance from good results to exceptional outcomes in the near future.
