The long-awaited project to strengthen the social protection of university teachers in the Democratic Republic of Congo has finally been launched. A significant step has been taken with the signing of the insurance agreement between the Ministers of Finance and Higher Education. This initiative aims to offer university teachers coverage adapted to their specific needs in terms of health, disability and funerals.
The signing of this agreement marks a major turning point in the recognition of the importance of social protection for teachers. Indeed, they play a crucial role in the training of future generations and deserve to be supported and protected. By committing to offer comprehensive insurance policies, the Congolese government shows its willingness to create a favorable working environment conducive to the professional development of teachers.
Finance Minister Doudou Fwamba Likunde Li-Botayi welcomed this progress, stressing the commitment of the President of the Republic, Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, to the teaching profession. This agreement, which covers the professor, his wife and up to four of their children, is the result of a fruitful collaboration between the government and the delegations of the professional associations of university teachers.
Beyond health insurance, other projects aimed at improving the living and working conditions of teachers are currently being implemented. Professors are particularly expecting progress in terms of housing, mobility and an increase in their salaries. These measures, promised by President Tshisekedi during a recent meeting with the Congolese academic body, demonstrate the government’s desire to promote higher education and recognize the crucial role of teachers in the country’s development.
In conclusion, the signing of this insurance agreement for university teachers in the DRC marks the beginning of a new era for the social protection of teachers. This commitment by the government to the well-being of teachers is a positive signal that should further encourage teaching professionals to devote themselves fully to their educational mission.