The provincial minister of EPST South Kivu, David Mubalama, recently announced that 62,044 finalist students are participating in the 2023-2024 State Examination tests throughout the region. This is a crucial step for these young people, who see their academic career reach its peak with this decisive exam. The pressure is therefore strong, but there is no shortage of encouragement.
The interim governor, Marc Malago Kashekere, officially launched these tests by calling on the candidates to persevere and remain confident. He stressed the importance of discipline, self-confidence and hard work to achieve success. The future of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the province of South Kivu rests in part on these young talents, and it is essential that they can give the best of themselves.
An interesting aspect of this State Exam is the participation of a category of students specializing in arts and crafts, such as cutting and sewing, mechanics and culinary arts. This demonstrates the diversity of candidate profiles and the importance given to learning different professions and skills.
Even in areas marked by insecurity, such as Minova, Shabunda and Fizi, the tests took place without incident, a sign of the dedication and determination of students and authorities to make education a priority, despite the challenges encountered. .
Ultimately, the State Exam is much more than just an assessment of students’ academic knowledge. It is an important step which marks their transition to a new phase of their life, whether in the pursuit of higher education or in the world of work. South Kivu is full of promising young people, and it is through events like this that we can measure their potential and their future contribution to society.
In conclusion, this State Exam is a crucial moment for these finalist students from South Kivu. Their success depends on their commitment, hard work and will to succeed. We wish them all good luck in this decisive stage of their educational and professional journey.