New vocational training complex inaugurated in Bamako by Morocco
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Morocco inaugurates state-of-the-art vocational training complex in Bamako
His Majesty King Mohammed VI has officially handed over the Mohammed VI Complex for Vocational Training in Building, Public Works, Hospitality, Tourism, and Catering to Malian authorities in Bamako. The 5,200 m² facility, built by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sustainable Development, marks a significant milestone in South-South cooperation and youth empowerment.
Modern infrastructure to boost youth employability
The newly inaugurated complex is designed to address critical skill gaps in Mali’s labor market. It will provide training for nearly 1,000 young trainees annually across 21 specialized fields: 12 in construction and public works, and 9 in hospitality, tourism, and restaurant services. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, alternating between classroom instruction and real-world workplace experience, ensuring graduates are job-ready upon completion.
A model of South-South solidarity
During the handover ceremony, Nasser Bourita, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, highlighted that this initiative reflects the King’s commitment to supporting Malian youth and fostering sustainable development across Africa. He emphasized that the project aligns with Morocco’s vision of solidarity, knowledge sharing, and capacity building to drive inclusive growth.
Oumou Sall Seck, Mali’s Minister of National Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Vocational Training, conveyed the nation’s deep gratitude to the Moroccan monarch. She noted that the complex fulfills Mali’s strategic need for skilled labor in key economic sectors, reinforcing the unbreakable bonds of brotherhood between the two nations.