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Mozambique youth gain industry skills through ILO-supported internships
9:15 CAT | 22 Aug 2025
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Empowering Mozambican youth through industry-based training
In a strategic effort to improve youth employability and practical skills, the International Labour Organization (ILO), through its IFAD-funded Projecta Jovem Project, has partnered with the Government of Mozambique and the National Institute for Employment Promotion (INEP) to provide hands-on training opportunities through professional and paid internships in collaboration with private sectors companies.
As part of this initiative which already benefited 432 youth, ten Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates have begun a six-month paid internship at Favos de Nampula, a leading egg tray manufacturing company in Northern Mozambique.
The company produces over 25,000 trays daily, supplying poultry farmers and distributors across central and northern region in Mozambique.
Egg trays are made from recycled paper pulp, molded, dried, and packaged for safe transport. Favos de Nampula’s commitment to sustainability and innovation plays a key role in supporting the poultry value chain.
Mr. Gilberto Simbi, Production Manager at Favos de Nampula, explained that the internship programme is designed to give students real-world experience in manufacturing operations, quality control, and workplace safety.
“Under the guidance of experienced supervisors, students are learning about industrial workflows and business management,” said Mr. Simbi. “This experience strengthens their technical skills and prepares them for future employment or entrepreneurship.”
Delfina Afonso, 25, an Information Technology graduate Vahosha Institute, shared her enthusiasm: “This internship has helped me understand how the concepts we learn in school apply in a real working environment. I am grateful to the ILO and INEP for this opportunity.”
She encouraged fellow students to pursue internships to gain early exposure to professional settings.
Lutehi Siudeque, 21, a metal fabrication graduate from IFPELAC, echoed similar sentiments: “Before this, I only knew machines from textbooks. Now I work with them every day. It is exciting and challenging.”
He believes the experience will make him more competitive in the job market and hopes more companies will offer similar opportunities.
The success of the placements at Favos de Nampula highlights the impact of targeted training initiatives. By connecting education with industry, this programme is helping young Mozambicans build the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the workforce.
Source: ILO - International Labour Organisation / Media Release
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