Corneille Nangaa Yobeluo, coordinator of the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23) and a central figure in the movement for Congo’s liberation, officially launched the 2025–2026 school year on Monday.
In his address, Nangaa emphasized the importance of education as a pillar of stability and a foundation for rebuilding communities affected by decades of conflict.
He noted that investing in young people is essential not only for personal growth but also for shaping a more peaceful and prosperous Democratic Republic of Congo.
The ceremony marked more than the start of a new academic calendar; it was also a symbolic statement of the AFC’s commitment to governance and social services in areas under its influence.
By placing education at the forefront, Nangaa underscored the movement’s broader vision of combining security with development to transform the daily lives of Congolese citizens.
The launch of the school year by such a prominent political actor signals the AFC’s intention to present itself as not only a military force but also a partner in community development and nation-building.