Title: The opening of the meeting on the annual review of school performance: towards a consolidation of free primary education
Introduction :
The meetings on the annual review for the resolution of the performance of the 2023-2024 school year of the provincial ministry of education have recently started in the educational province of Kinshasa-Funa. On this occasion, the provincial Minister of Education, Charles Mbutamuntu Lwanga, announced the desire to consolidate free primary education, a vision dear to the Head of State, Félix Antoine Tshisekedi.
Consolidate free primary education:
Minister Charles Mbutamuntu stressed the importance of consolidating free primary education, which is a measure put in place by the line ministry to guarantee access to education for all. This vision, supported by the Head of State, requires good governance and the cooperation of all actors in the education sector. The Minister also recalled that free primary education should not be questioned, and that sanctions will be applied to any school that contravenes this directive.
Supervision of the school year:
In order to ensure the smooth running of the education system, the minister also stressed the importance of supervising the school year. He insisted that the primary, secondary and technical education sub-sectors should not be politicized, but rather guided by the common goal of improving the quality of education.
The foundations: improving the quality of education through good governance and sustainability:
The meeting on the annual review of school performance has as its main theme “Improving the quality of education through good governance and sustainability”. This theme highlights the importance of effective governance and sustainable management to ensure quality education. The meetings allow the various players in the sector to share their experiences, propose solutions and make decisions for the success of the coming school year.
Conclusion :
The opening of the meeting on the annual review of the performance of the provincial ministry of education marks a crucial step in improving the quality of education in the DRC. Consolidating free primary education and promoting good governance are key factors in ensuring access to education for all children. The conferences provide a platform for dialogue and collaboration between the various actors in the education sector, and allow strategies to be developed for a successful school year