### Encouragement to finalist students: a message of hope and aspiration in the DRC
On June 2, 2025, Mr. Théophile Basoshi Lubwe, deputy for the electoral district of Fizi, sent a message of encouragement to finalist students of the 2024-2025 state examination in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This pronouncement, beyond the symbolic aspect, underlines the importance of education in a socio-economic context often marked by significant challenges.
** A key moment in the school career **
State examinations represent more than a simple obligatory passage; They are often perceived as a decisive step for many young Congolese. For Mr. Basoshi Lubwe, the success of this examination embodies a “key to the doors of the university and the professional world”. This aspiration is shared by many students and their families in a country where education is sometimes perceived as the only way to get out of poverty and actively participate in community development.
This vision is particularly relevant in the context of Fizi and Baraka, regions that have experienced their share of conflicts and disasters. Stability and social development largely pass through education. Thus, the deputy’s message is not limited to a simple encouragement, but is part of an approach to empower young people and strengthening civil society.
** The educational context in the DRC **
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces many challenges in the educational sector. According to recent reports, the education rate in certain regions remains alarming, affected by factors such as poverty, political instability and insufficient infrastructure. This raises the question of the support that the government and local institutions could provide to improve these learning conditions. The implementation of support programs, teacher training or rehabilitation of school infrastructure are all parameters that could contribute to quality education.
** A call for discipline and determination **
In his speech, Mr. Basoshi Lubwe also stressed the importance of discipline and self -confidence. This notion of preparation and determination is essential in a context where the trials of life are omnipresent. Indeed, resilience is a line often mentioned in the testimonies of young Congolese who, despite difficult conditions, continue their studies and aspire to a better future. Education then becomes a lever to overcome obstacles.
However, we can wonder: how can students find this support and motivation beyond the words of encouragement? What form of support can institutions and the community provide to ensure continuity and follow-up in this dynamic of success?
** Collective pride **
The deputy also highlighted the idea that each individual success contributes to the pride of Baraka and Fizi. In a country where coordination and solidarity are essential, this concept of collective success can strengthen social cohesion and encourage local initiatives. Students who will succeed in this exam will find themselves in the roles of future leaders and contributors to the development of their communities. This raises a reflection on the way in which previous generations can support young people in their career, by offering them models of success.
** To a promising future **
Mr. Basoshi Lubwe’s message also recalls the importance of preparing young people to participate in the construction of their company. By projecting yourself into the future, it is vital to encourage finalists to use their education for future significant contributions in the fields of economics, politics and culture.
Thus, at the dawn of these decisive examinations, support, both moral and structural, remains crucial to allow these students to flourish. The encouragement of the deputy is part of a greater dynamic of transformation and commitment to education, in the hope of a more stable and prosperous future for the Democratic Republic of Congo.
We can collectively reflect on the inheritance we want to leave for these young people, because their success is also that of an entire nation.