Title: The resumption of the correction of state exams demanded in North Kivu
Introduction :
In a context where education occupies a primordial place in the development of a country, it is crucial to guarantee the integrity and fairness of school examinations. In North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, provincial deputy Jean-Paul Lumbulumbu recently expressed concern about the marking of state exams in the PEDA and SOCIAL sections. This request follows an appeal filed by the Boyokani high school in Kinshasa/Kalamu, highlighting technical irregularities in the correction process. In this article, we will take a closer look at this situation and the need for re-marking to ensure fairness in student assessment.
A worrying finding:
In his tweet, MP Jean-Paul Lumbulumbu raises a disturbing question: how is it that, over a period of four years, the PEDA and SOCIAL sections of North Kivu obtain only insignificant results? He points the finger at several schools in the region that end up with disappointing or even non-existent results. This finding is alarming as it raises doubts about the integrity of the state exam marking process in this region.
The recourse of the Boyokani high school:
Boyokani High School in Kinshasa/Kalamu has also raised concerns about the exam marking process. In a letter addressed to the Inspector General of Primary, Secondary and Technical Education, the establishment noted several technical irregularities which call into question the reliability of the results. This approach bears witness to the desire to guarantee fairness and accuracy in the evaluation of students, thus highlighting the importance of transparency in this process.
The Inspector General’s response:
Faced with the concerns raised by Boyokani High School, Inspector General Jacques Odia Musungay took the floor to clarify the situation. According to him, there would be no irregularities in the process of marking state exams. This statement is intended to ease tensions and reassure stakeholders of the validity of the results. Nevertheless, the request for resumption of the correction formulated by the deputy and the appeal of the Boyokani high school call for greater transparency and an in-depth investigation in order to dispel any possible doubt.
Conclusion :
The request to resume the correction of state exams in the PEDA and SOCIAL sections in North Kivu raises legitimate questions about the integrity of the evaluation process. Ensuring fairness and reliability of results is essential to ensure fair recognition of student skills. In the interests of education and development in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, it is essential to provide clear and transparent answers to the concerns raised by the deputy and the Lycée Boyokani