Kikwit Police: Ban Motorhomes for High School Finalist Students After 2023 State Examination
Just hours before the end of the 2023 State Examination in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the police in the town of Kikwit, in the province of Kwilu, took firm action by prohibiting any motorized caravan or public demonstration of secondary school finalists.
Commissioner Odon Kashala, the Kwilu police/district number one, announced the measure during a press briefing on Wednesday 28 June. According to him, it is a question of preventing potential dangers and protecting children at the end of state trials.
“No motorized caravans are allowed at the end of these examinations. We must prevent dangers and protect our children”, declared Commissioner Kashala.
He also called on the finalist students to return home quickly after the end of the tests, warning against any violation of the ban. Violators will face police penalties.
This decision comes following a tragic accident that occurred in 2021 during a motorized caravan at the end of the state tests, where a student had lost his life. Since this incident, Kikwit authorities have placed great importance on student safety.
It is essential that parents take responsibility and supervise their children to avoid any danger during the celebration of the end of the exams. The Kikwit police remain mobilized to ensure the safety and tranquility of the city at this important time for students.
This prohibition is not only intended to prevent accidents, but also to establish a climate of calm and serenity after the stressful tests of the State Examination. The finalist students will thus be able to take advantage of their victory and calmly consider their future in higher education or on the labor market.
The action taken by the Kikwit police shows the importance given to the safety of young people and the willingness of the authorities to ensure their well-being. It is essential to raise awareness among students, parents and the community at large of the risks associated with public demonstrations and to promote safer and responsible alternatives to celebrate the end of exams.
By protecting the youth and promoting a safe environment, the Kikwit Police play a vital role in maintaining order and tranquility in society.