Kikwit, November 3, 2024 – In a context marked by the major challenges of education management in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Kwilu 2 educational province finds itself at the heart of a new directive issued by the provincial directorate for the control of the preparation of teachers’ payroll. Indeed, a press release from this entity recently highlighted a practice deemed unacceptable: the monetization of services within education.
The directive is clear: the monetization of services in the branches of the Kwilu 2 educational province is strictly prohibited. This reminder, initiated by the provincial director of the national directorate for the control, preparation, payroll and management of the number of teachers and administrative staff of schools, aims to guarantee the integrity of the services provided at all levels of responsibility.
Mr. Boni Mansiyonso Kubatila, head of DINACOPE / Kwilu 2, insists on the free nature of the services provided and warns against any attempt at monetization. He encourages any agent who is a victim of this practice to denounce the officials concerned, by providing the necessary evidence to allow for the taking of appropriate sanctions.
This measure aims to preserve fairness and transparency within the education system of the Kwilu 2 province. Indeed, monetization of services creates inequalities and compromises the quality of the education provided. By tackling this practice, the competent authorities are sending a strong message on the importance of respecting the fundamental principles of education.
It is essential that each actor in the education sector in the DRC adheres to these values of probity and ethics, to guarantee an environment conducive to the development of learners. The fight against the monetization of services represents a crucial issue for the future of education in Kwilu 2 province, and by extension, for the entire country.
In conclusion, the ban on the monetization of teaching services in the DRC is an essential step in the consolidation of a fair and transparent education system. It underlines the commitment of the authorities to promote virtuous practices within education, and invites all stakeholders to work together to offer learners the optimal conditions for success and development.