Toll agents in the Haut-Katanga province are currently facing a difficult and chaotic situation. In a memo addressed to the office of the Provincial Assembly of Haut-Katanga, these agents express their anger and concerns regarding their social situation, which is deplorable due to the non-payment of 6 months of salary and the termination of all their social advantages.
These state officials are concerned by the governor’s statements during a press briefing with Minister Patrick Muyaya. In fact, the governor only recognizes 2 months of salary arrears, while the agents claim to actually have 6 months of unpaid wages. This statement caused a lot of incomprehension and pain among the toll officials as well as in their homes. They face many challenges, such as the inability to send their children to school, non-payment of rent and difficult access to medical care.
In their approach, these toll agents are seeking the involvement of the President of the Provincial Assembly of Haut-Katanga in order to find a definitive solution by the end of the year. They also announced the upcoming holding of a toll-free day to make their anger heard.
It is essential that provincial authorities take rapid action to resolve this precarious situation. Toll collectors play a crucial role in the province’s economy and deserve to be properly compensated and supported.
It is important to emphasize that this situation is not an isolated case. Unfortunately, many state civil servants in different provinces of the country are also going through similar difficulties. It is time for concrete measures to be taken to ensure the well-being and financial stability of these public employees.
Provincial authorities must commit to finding an immediate solution to this crisis and putting in place regular and reliable payment mechanisms for state civil servants. Investing adequately in human resources is essential to ensure the proper functioning of public administration and the socio-economic development of the region.
In conclusion, the situation of toll agents in the Haut-Katanga province is worrying. It is the responsibility of provincial authorities to find a rapid and lasting solution to address this crisis. The dignity and well-being of these public servants are at stake, and they deserve to be treated and remunerated fairly.