The 2023 edition state exam started this week in the North Kivu educational province in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This exam, which is a crucial step for secondary school finalists wishing to access higher education, mobilizes a total of 30,446 candidates this year, including 15,316 boys and 15,130 girls.
The Provincial Principal Inspector (IPP) of the North Kivu educational province stressed the importance of guaranteeing the protection of candidates during the tests, as well as during their travels to the examination centers and back home. Specific measures have been taken to ensure the safety of the candidates, in collaboration with the local police authorities.
This session of the state exam also sees an increase in the number of test centers, from 77 to 84 centers compared to the previous year. This expansion allows for a better distribution of candidates and a more efficient organization of the tests.
The official launch of the 2023 edition of the state exam was carried out by the mayor of the city at Lycée Butembo. The urban authority also expressed its vigilance in the face of possible disruptors seeking to compromise the smooth running of the examination.
This event highlights the importance of education as a pillar of development and the future of young people. The state examination represents a decisive stage in the life of students, opening up new opportunities for higher education and personal achievement.
It is essential to acknowledge the efforts made by education authorities and security forces to ensure the safety and smooth running of the exam. These measures help to create an environment conducive to the success of candidates and to the preservation of the integrity of the assessment process.
It is therefore with attention and support that the population will follow the course of this State examination edition 2023 in the educational province of North Kivu, hoping that the candidates will be able to express their full potential and access new prospects for the future thanks to their success