Kinshasa: Free schooling, a key policy of President Félix Tshisekedi in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, is now under threat. The M23 rebels have introduced school fees in areas they control, raising concerns among the poorest parents.
According to France24.com, the imposition of school fees by the M23 rebels has alarmed many, as it undermines the government's efforts to provide free education in the region. This move could potentially affect the education of thousands of children who may be unable to afford these fees.
In a separate development, public hearings have commenced in South Africa regarding a judicial commission's investigation into claims made by a senior police officer. These claims link politicians to criminal gangs. The hearings, which began on Wednesday, follow weeks of delay in the commission's start.
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