Secondary Students tend to ignore sciences and take art subjects instead, leaving sciences classes almost empty in South Sudan high schools.
Juba Day Secondary Deputy Head George Kenyi told SCR News that 30 students have registered for sciences compared to more than 100 who go for arts subjects.He explained that the students consider science subjects difficult to grasp.
Mr. Kenyi added that students lack the basics on science, there are few sciences teachers and lab facilities are absent from most schools.
Mr. Kenyi said if lab facilities were available they would make science field easier and more interesting for students to major in.
He added that science is vital for the emerging new state.
Mr. Kenyi urged the government to prioritize science tutors during teachers’ recruitment.
Mr. Kenyi said Juba Day Secondary School is encouraging students to opt for science programmes.