
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, investing in books is a necessity to promote the social and cultural transformation of the country. The book transcends the barriers of ignorance, encourages empathy and nourishes critical thinking. To promote literature, reading and intellectual production, we must develop well-stocked libraries, programs to promote reading, subsidies for local authors and make literature accessible to all. The book is a refuge, it opens the doors to otherness, strengthens citizenship and promotes mutual respect. By investing in books, the DRC is investing in its own future and the intellectual development of its population. Knowledge may seem dangerous, but remaining ignorant is even more dangerous. The DRC must have confidence in a better future, where books will be an engine of transformation and development.