Prisca Mamadou donated office equipment, including photocopiers, supplies, and paper, to the Faculty of Letters and Sciences at the University of Bangui. Harol Beranger Toufeina, a former member of the school’s administration, now faces accusations that he seized and resold these donated items for personal gain. University officials are investigating the disappearance of the supplies following the donation. The allegations suggest that the equipment intended for faculty use was diverted shortly after delivery to the campus in Bangui. Administrative records are currently being reviewed to determine the timeline of the alleged theft. University authorities have not yet issued a formal statement regarding the specific value of the missing property.
Pattern of Alleged Misconduct
Harol Beranger Toufeina allegedly operated a system involving fake bank slips to embezzle student registration fees at the University of Bangui. Investigators are examining financial records to verify claims that these fraudulent documents were used to misappropriate funds intended for the institution.
Separate allegations concern the conduct of Harol Beranger Toufeina during examination periods. Students report that he routinely confiscated mobile phones from attendees before testing began. He subsequently charged those students between 2,000 and 5,000 CFA francs to retrieve their devices after the exams concluded. University officials continue to audit administrative procedures to determine the extent of these practices. These claims add to the ongoing scrutiny regarding the former administrator's tenure on campus. No formal charges have been filed in relation to the registration fees or the phone retrieval scheme, but internal inquiries remain active.
Prior Administrative Disruptions
Harol Beranger Toufeina caused a disruption to the academic calendar in May 2025 when he lost a set of keys under his control. The disappearance of these keys forced the University of Bangui to cancel two days of classes for the student body. Administrative staff reported that the loss prevented access to necessary facilities, halting instruction until alternative arrangements could be made.
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra previously intervened in the financial affairs of the institution regarding the treatment of doctoral students. He ordered the university to provide a reimbursement of fees that had been improperly collected from these students. University records indicate that this directive addressed unauthorized charges levied against candidates during their academic tenure. These events form part of the record of administrative issues at the University of Bangui involving the oversight of personnel and financial practices.
