BANZA January 2016 Issue | Page 18

Baraka believes that young people in DR Congo “need to be in contact with their peers in other countries through exchange programs or similar platforms. They will explore different ethical virtues and become curious to know why gaps exist between their countries.” Baraka anticipates that as a result of a cultural exchange plan, associated ethics might be formed in order to reach the recommended standards of development of other countries – which is what he’s aiming for. CEFRADI is currently running a second project aiming to improve the use of technology in the education system of North Kivu province. They’re providing computers through a loan to signed-up teachers in the province. The price, which is at a discount, is then deducted - a small portion per month – from teachers’ salaries. “Our aim is to help teachers do thorough research and teach updated information in class. They will be teaching and preparing for lessons on their laptops which is much more helpful and easier. Also, they can now do their research online and update the information provided in books,” he ^Z[