A Day in the Life of a Last-Mile Community Teacher | Idrissa Bangura

Meet Idrissa Bangura, a dedicated teacher at Seventh-day Adventist School in Maforeka, Simiria Chiefdom, Sierra Leone. Discover the daily realities of teaching in a remote community, the challenges he faces, and the passion that drives him to educate the next generation. From leading school assemblies and teaching double sessions to working with limited resources, Idrissa’s story highlights the resilience of teachers in last-mile communities and the vital role education plays in transforming lives. Despite challenges such as limited access to food, clean water, healthcare, electricity, and teaching materials, he remains motivated by his students’ achievements and the support of educational foundations.