The Vecra-Mozambique project was recently launched, an innovative initiative aimed at strengthening farmers' resilience to climate change. The event, held in March 2025 at the Polytechnic Institute in Nhamatanda, Sofala province, brought together experts, representatives of the private sector and educational institutions to discuss the challenges and solutions for the future of agriculture in the country.
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With funding from the European Union through the Erasmus+ program, the project will be implemented at the Nhamatanda and Nacala Polytechnic Institutes over three years. During the event, the Executive Director of ADPP, Birgit Holm, stressed the importance of this initiative, pointing out that training young people in sustainable agricultural practices will be essential to ensure food security and adaptation to extreme weather conditions, such as the frequent cyclones in these regions.
The Vecra Mozambique project aims to increase human capacity for sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture, offering training and job opportunities for young people. Through this project, the aim is to promote Vocational Excellence in climate resilient agriculture, ensuring high quality skills for jobs in an innovative and sustainable rural economy, with a focus on partnerships with companies practicing climate resilient agriculture. The launch ceremony featured presentations on the challenges and opportunities of climate resilient agriculture, as well as an open debate among the participants. Representatives from companies in the agricultural sector, such as Agrokasta and Investagro, reinforced their commitment to supporting the initiative, offering technical support and opportunities for students to gain practical experience. The official launch of the project was made by the representative of the Provincial Social Affairs Service (SPAS), who emphasized ADPP's credibility in implementing impact projects and reinforced the need for collaboration between government, the private sector and civil society to make this transformation a reality. The event ended with a commitment from the institutions involved to ensure that the project brings concrete benefits to farmers and local communities. The next step is to hold a similar event at the Nacala Polytechnic Institute, further strengthening the dissemination of these innovative practices. |
