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Business Recorder
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Maryam orders launch of innovative projects to promote education
LAHORE 'If you study, you will grow,' said Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif while directing the authorities concerned to start 'School on Wheels', 'Library on Wheels' and 'Mobile Library' projects for the promotion of education in the province. She said: 'School on Wheels will provide children in remote and difficult areas with the jewel of education. It will be built in an electric rickshaw; solar panels will be installed on the roof of rickshaw.' Teachers in 'School on Wheels' will install folding chairs under an umbrella-like canopy in a street, neighbourhood or town. Books will also be provided to children studying in School on Wheels. The Chief Minister said: 'School on Wheels will also have painting equipment for the interest of young children. Various educational toys will also be kept in 'School on Wheels' for the interest of young children.' She gave in-principle approval for the School on Wheels School Education. The School Education Department will also launch a 'Library on Wheels' project for children, which will go to different areas and provide opportunities for children to read books. Through 'Library on Wheels', children will also be provided with books other than the curriculum. It will be set up in a minivan decorated with cartoons. 'Library on Wheels' can be stationed in any field, ground or open space.' Maryam Nawaz Sharif reiterated: 'If you read, you will grow.' She added a mobile library project will also be launched. Chairs and tables will be available for children to sit in the mobile library located inside a latest bus. In addition to Urdu, English and science books, magazines will also be kept in the mobile library. Provincial Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat gave a detailed briefing about School on Wheels, Library on Wheels and other projects. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
IOL News
10-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Eskom's new mobile service unit brings services directly to communities
The 'Hub on Wheels' (HOW), an electric vehicle converted into a full-function customer service office, was officially activated on Wednesday by Eskom's Central East Cluster, which covers KwaZulu-Natal and the Free State. Image: Eskom Eskom has launched a new mobile service unit in Edendale, Pietermaritzburg, aimed at bringing customer services closer to communities in remote and underserved areas. The 'Hub on Wheels' (HOW), an electric vehicle converted into a full-function customer service office, was officially activated on Wednesday by the Central East Cluster, which covers KwaZulu-Natal and the Free State. The HOW allows customers to access services such as meter and account queries, new connections, and energy education. It also promotes Eskom's self-service channels and provides critical information on energy safety and responsible usage. Speaking at the activation event, uMgungundlovu District Mayor, Councillor Mzi Zuma, welcomed the initiative. 'As leaders of the uMgungundlovu communities, we thank Eskom for listening to our people and bringing these much-needed services closer to them,' said Zuma. 'We've had discussions with Eskom and agreed that, while it's not practical to have offices in every community ward, this mobile service concept is a great solution.' He encouraged residents to make full use of the HOW, adding: 'Let's work together to help restore power to areas that have gone dark, and let's also protect these vehicles; they are here to assist and serve our communities.' Eskom said the HOW is part of a broader plan to enhance the customer experience by removing barriers to service access, particularly during peak demand periods, storm recovery, electrification projects, and special campaigns. The mobile units complement Eskom's existing self-service platforms by offering a physical presence where it is most needed. Acting General Manager Zuhdi Hamza said the HOW concept is a proactive measure to serve the community more effectively. 'This van is a resource for the people,' said Hamza. 'I encourage its use, especially by those needing to regularise their electricity connections.' Hamza also announced that seven more service vans would be rolled out nationally. 'We're committed to bringing services directly to communities,' he said. The launch event was attended by representatives from the uMgungundlovu District Municipality, Msunduzi Local Municipality, and members of the media, who toured the HOW and witnessed its services in action. The HOW will be in Ladysmith on July 10 before moving to the Free State to continue assisting customers in remote areas. THE MERCURY
