Online Reporter
Dr Muso
AS the examination period approaches, many students begin to focus, revise and prepare.
But for many girl learners, the path to academic success is not just about books and lessons — it’s also about balancing household responsibilities that often demand time, energy and attention.
While boys may head to their rooms to study, girls are often expected to cook, clean, take care of siblings and assist with other home duties — sometimes even before they touch a single book. By the time the chores are done, it’s late, fatigue has set in and concentration becomes a challenge. This silent sacrifice steals away valuable study time and places additional pressure on the girl child.
But here’s the truth: Your dreams matter. Your future matters. Your success matters.
To every girl child reading this: yes, you have responsibilities at home, but don’t let them bury your ambition. Don’t let tiredness silence your goals. Find your rhythm — wake up earlier, revise during quiet hours, or speak to your parents or guardians about giving you space to prepare during this crucial time.
You are not just a helper in the kitchen; you are a future nurse, lawyer, teacher, doctor, engineer, pilot, or entrepreneur.
Be bold enough to ask for time to study. Let your family understand that education is not a luxury — it is your ladder out of struggle, your weapon against poverty, your voice in a world that often tries to silence girls.
Dear girl child, you were born to rise. You are capable. You are brilliant. You are strong.
So pick up your book with pride. Push through the exhaustion with hope. And as you do your chores, keep your dream alive in your heart.
Exams are not just a test of knowledge — they are a test of determination. And you, dear girl, have what it takes to pass both.
Dr Manners Msongelwa is an author, teacher and youth coach. He can be contacted on +263 771 019 392.
