The educational provinces of Kinshasa-Plateau and Kinshasa-Tshangu have recently been qualified as anti-values according to the Minister of Primary, Secondary and Technical Education, Tony Muaba Kazadi. During a face-to-face meeting with the heads of establishments in the Kinshasa-Mont/Amba area, the minister pointed out these provinces as being places where anti-values are predominant.
In his speech, Tony Muaba Kazadi was categorical: “We have been to the Plateau and the Tshangu which are the seats of anti-values. If we say it, it is because we are pointing the finger at evil and it must be corrected” . The minister has clearly expressed his wish to see the leaders of these provinces change the situation. He urges those in charge to reverse the trend quickly.
The anti-values that prevail in these provinces are varied. These include non-compliance with official instructions, the invention and collection of illicit fees, the increase in fees during certification tests, the consideration of students as customers, or even the misuse of operating costs allocated to schools. The Minister also deplores the complicity that exists between the heads of establishments and the inspectors.
To remedy this situation, the Minister organized meetings with heads of schools with the aim of raising their awareness and encouraging them to act in accordance with educational values and established standards. He wishes a well-prepared back to school for the year 2023-2024.
However, it is important to point out that certain difficulties hinder the implementation of the official instructions. The Secretary General, Christine Nepa Nepa, explained that some officials are both provincial directors and promoters of schools, which poses a problem of conflict of interest. This situation makes it difficult to strictly apply ministerial directives.
Despite the challenges faced, the Minister remains determined to put an end to these anti-values within the education sector. It encourages officials to be transparent and to act in the interests of students and education in general. It is essential to restore a climate of trust and respect for fundamental values within schools.
In conclusion, the fight against anti-values in the educational provinces of Kinshasa-Plateau and Kinshasa-Tshangu is a priority for the Minister of Primary, Secondary and Technical Education. By raising awareness and mobilizing school leaders, he hopes to bring about positive change to provide a healthy educational environment conducive to student development.