As part of the ‘Youth Technical Training Program’ (YTTP), a trilateral cooperation involving Brazil, Angola, and the United Arab Emirates, 50 young Angolans will visit the Brazilian cities of Ilhéus and Itabuna in the northeastern state of Bahia, “one of the most renowned cocoa-producing regions in Brazil,” from April 7 to 18, emphasized João Bosco Monte.
This initiative aligns with the Angolan government’s objective to reduce dependency on oil and other natural resources, aiming to “promote sustainable agricultural development and diversify the country’s economy,” according to the Brazilian official.
The young participants will be taught practices, technical knowledge, and have access to innovative techniques and best practices in the sector.
“In addition to strengthening the cocoa value chain in Angola, the program aims to enhance the country’s competitiveness in the international market, promoting exchange of experiences, technological innovation, and the development of more resilient and sustainable agriculture,” stated the president of the institute dedicated to fostering cooperation between Brazil and the African continent.
Following the Angolan participants, youth from Guinea-Bissau will receive training in the cashew production chain in the state of Ceará, from May 5 to 16.
“Although the selected sectors are different, the goal of the YTTP is the same in both countries: to empower young people to strengthen strategic production chains, promote innovation, and add value to local products, contributing to sustainable development and competitiveness in the international market,” João Bosco Monte highlighted.
The goal of the Brazil-Africa Institute is to train 1,000 African youths by the end of 2026. According to its president, countries like “Mozambique, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe are examples of nations with significant potential to host future editions of the program.”
