The delay in salary payments for state civil servants, including university professors, in the month of March has sparked widespread concern within the academic community. The Association of Professors of the University of Kisangani (APUKIS) has expressed discontent over the authorities’ silence regarding this troubling issue.
APUKIS highlighted the severe consequences of the wage delays, impacting not only the teachers’ dignity but also compromising the quality of their teaching and research. The organization urgently demands the immediate settlement of outstanding salaries and the reinstatement of a regular payment schedule.
This problem extends beyond Kisangani, as numerous public servants have faced delayed payments for February and March, endangering the financial stability of many households. Minister of Finance, Nicolas Kazadi, acknowledged the exceptional budgetary constraints leading to these delays but assured that the situation was improving, with a return to normalcy expected by the end of April.
The payment delays underscore broader concerns about the state’s financial management and the recognition of civil servants’ essential roles in ensuring public service operations. It is imperative for authorities to take prompt action to guarantee timely salary payments for state employees, safeguarding their dignity and well-being as they continue to serve the nation.
These delays not only represent a financial issue but also reveal a fundamental problem concerning the acknowledgment and respect for civil servants’ work. Concrete measures must be implemented to prevent such situations from recurring, ensuring the stability and dignity of those dedicated to serving the state.
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