Fatshimetrie is a news blog that brings attention to critical issues impacting education and security in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Recently, there has been a concerning development in the Mangodomu district of the Mangina rural commune where twelve primary schools and four secondary schools were forced to close due to repeated attacks by ADF rebels, rendering more than 7,500 students without access to education for two weeks.
The closure of these schools has led to the displacement of many students and their families, with some seeking refuge in neighboring towns like Mangina and Beni. This disruption has not only upended the lives of these young learners but has also deprived them of the essential education they require for their future.
To address this educational crisis, the prefect of the Mangodomu institute, Amos Muhongya Mayala, has urgently called for the relocation of the closed schools to more secure areas such as the center of Mangina. This proactive measure aims to prevent a lost year for these students who are already facing numerous challenges.
In response to the situation, Enoch Kavyavu Musubao, the head of the Oicha education sub-division, is actively engaging with authorities to find solutions that would allow classes to resume in the affected schools promptly. Swift action is critical to restore educational access to the thousands of students who have been unjustly deprived of their right to learn.
This distressing reality underscores the immediate need for a collective and coordinated effort to safeguard the education of children in conflict-affected areas. Education is a fundamental pillar of societal development, and denying thousands of children this basic right will have severe long-term consequences.
The closure of schools in Mangodomu highlights the significance of supporting initiatives that ensure safe access to education for all children, irrespective of their geographic location or political circumstances. The future of these young individuals should not be sacrificed due to armed conflict and violence. It is imperative to work together to provide them with the opportunities and educational foundations necessary for personal growth and the establishment of a fairer and more enlightened society.
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– Closure of schools in Mangodomu by Radio Okapi