King Mohammed VI has issued his instructions for the handover to Malian authorities of the Mohammed VI Vocational Training Complex for the trades of Construction and Public Works, as well as Hospitality, Tourism, and Foodservice.
This complex, built on a covered area of 5,200 m² in Bamako, was constructed by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sustainable Development. It offers vocational training programs tailored to the needs of the job market. The center places particular emphasis on the acquisition of practical skills, the integration of theoretical training with hands-on experience, and the professional integration of young people.
Once fully operational, this facility will accommodate nearly 1,000 trainees per year across 21 training programs, divided into 12 programs dedicated to construction trades and 9 programs in the tourism, hospitality, and restaurant sectors.
During a tour of the Mohammed VI Vocational Training Complex, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, noted that this Royal Initiative is part of King Mohammed VI’s care for Malian youth and, more broadly, African youth.
He noted that this initiative embodies the Royal Vision for efficient South-South cooperation, based on solidarity, the sharing of expertise, the strengthening of local capacities, and the promotion of sustainable human development for the benefit of African peoples.
The Malian side has lauded the Royal decision to hand over this complex to Malian authorities.
Malian Minister of National Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Vocational Training Oumou Sall Seck expressed the deep gratitude of General Assimi Goita, President of the Transition and Head of State of Mali, to King Mohammed VI, for this significant gesture, which reflects historic bonds of brotherhood and solidarity between the two countries.
She emphasized that this initiative addresses a strategic need in Mali regarding skills development and strengthening of human capital in sectors essential to the country’s economic and social development.
