**Fatshimetrie – Shutdown of administrative activities in Ndrele, Mahagi: A look back at a delicate situation**
The situation of the agents of the Mahagi 5 Primary, Secondary and Technical Education (EPST) subdivision as well as those of the DINACOPE branch of Logo in Ndrele, in the Mahagi territory, is at the heart of the news. Indeed, these school administration professionals have decided to stop their administrative activities from Friday, May 31, 2024 due to the non-payment of their salaries since last March by Caritas.
The collective of these agents expressed their distress at this situation, highlighting the direct consequences on their daily lives. Late salary payments have serious repercussions, preventing them from providing for the basic needs of their families. Children are deprived of education, medical bills are piling up, and precariousness is setting in.
Despite the steps taken with the competent authorities, no solution has been found to date, leaving the agents in an unbearable financial impasse. In their public statement of May 30, 2024, the agents clearly indicated that until their situation was resolved, they would maintain their work stoppage.
This situation highlights the difficulties encountered by education professionals in Ituri province, particularly with regard to the payment of salaries. Teachers in different territories have been faced with similar situations, causing strikes and tensions within educational institutions.
It is essential that the authorities take into consideration the legitimate demands of the agents of EPST Mahagi 5 and the DINACOPE branch of Logo in Ndrele. Respect for workers’ rights, particularly in terms of remuneration, is a moral and legal obligation. It is urgent to find sustainable solutions to guarantee financial stability for education professionals and ensure an environment conducive to the development of students.
In conclusion, the cessation of administrative activities in Ndrele, Mahagi, reflects the difficulties encountered by many EPST agents in Ituri province. This situation highlights the need to provide concrete answers to the problems of salary payment and to guarantee respect for workers’ rights. It is time to find lasting solutions to ensure a stable and prosperous future for the entire educational community.