Between industrial imperatives and long-term vision, SNPC intends to demonstrate that its commitment goes far beyond the oil sector.

During the recent trips of the President of the Republic, His Excellency Mr. Denis Sassou N'Guesso, the expectations of the population regarding basic infrastructure were strongly expressed. Among the priorities is the modernization of schools.

For Maixent Raoul Ominga, the SNPC's position on this issue is perfectly clear. "We must distinguish between the grievances of the people and the shortcomings of the State."

The legitimate needs of the population for modern school infrastructure for their children are self-evident. We are the National Society.

It's easy to forget, but the company is 100% state-owned. Therefore, the directives of the government and the President of the Republic are priorities for us,” he explains. This approach clarifies the role the company intends to play. While SNPC's primary mission remains increasing national hydrocarbon production and strengthening the country's energy sovereignty, particularly through the Congolese Refining Company (CORAF), its social mission is a natural extension of this.

For the General Management, SNPC's integration into the national economy is also measured by its capacity to contribute sustainably to the development of Congo, like major international companies that invest heavily in their countries of origin. "TotalEnergies has its towers in La Défense, France. ENI has its own in Milan."

“We too must build in Congo, just as others invest in their own country,” emphasizes Maixent Raoul Ominga.

PROMISES TO THE ACHIEVEMENTS

On the ground, commitments are now translating into concrete achievements. The construction projects for several modern establishments, including the Talangaï school complex, the Simon-Pierre Kikhounga Ngot high school in Louvakou, in the Niari department, as well as the Friendship school in Bacongo and Angola Libre school in Makélékélé, are at various stages of completion.

The latest reports from the Directorate General of Formal Education confirm the progress of the work. An official report attests to adherence to the delivery schedules. The infrastructure, already completed or nearing completion, boasts a level of quality and equipment even superior to that of the Talangaï school complex. In the coming days, SNPC, in consultation with the relevant authorities, will define the procedures for the official commissioning of these facilities. The company is also examining the needs of the Faculty of Sciences as well as other priority projects of the University.

TRAINING ENGINEERS TOMORROW

For SNPC, investing in public schools is neither a matter of expediency nor institutional communication. It is a strategic investment in human capital. The observation is simple: it is difficult to expect exceptional performance from a child studying in precarious conditions. Improving learning conditions is therefore an essential prerequisite for any ambitious development policy.

Beyond buildings, the thinking is framed within a perspective of economic and technological sovereignty. To develop and diversify its economy, Congo must have a pool of highly qualified national talent. In this regard, Maixent Raoul Ominga regularly cites the example of countries that have made scientific training a strategic lever for their independence. “Look at what is happening internationally. If Iran had not invested in the education of its citizens, particularly its engineers, its recent history would probably be different.”

When you look at the number of engineers it trains each year, you understand why we, too, must invest massively in our youth.

By sustainably transforming the educational landscape, from urban centers to the most remote localities, SNPC is not simply building school buildings. It is helping to lay the foundations for intellectual, scientific, and technological sovereignty, so that future generations of Congolese engineers, researchers, and managers can drive the country's economic and industrial development.