The Banco Comercial e de Investimentos (BCI) kicked off the celebrations of Savings Month this Wednesday (1) with a financial education activity held at Santo António da Malhangalene Secondary School in Maputo. The initiative involved more than 100 students and marks the start of a series of activities aimed at promoting financial literacy among young people.
According to an official statement, the activity is part of BCI’s financial literacy program and aims to raise awareness among youth about the importance of saving, sustainability, and adopting responsible financial habits from an early age.
During the session, students shared personal challenges and experiences about how they manage their resources and learned that the concept of saving goes beyond money — it can also apply to everyday behaviors of conscious consumption and valuing resources. The training also included the presentation of the Basic or Simplified Bank Account, an instrument designed to promote financial inclusion by allowing young people to start saving and managing small amounts safely and practically.
According to Tânia Zandamela, BCI’s Commercial Director, saving is an act that goes beyond accumulating money. “When we talk about saving, we’re not just referring to stored money. We’re talking about conscious choices and learning to value every resource we have. Financial literacy gives us the tools to turn small decisions into major achievements,” she stated.
She further emphasized that during this Savings Month, the bank reinforces its commitment to financial education and sustainable development. “BCI will continue to promote initiatives that contribute to a more informed, aware, and better-prepared society to manage its resources,” she added.
In the coming days, the initiative will be extended to other schools across the country, strengthening the bank’s commitment to financial education and sustainability awareness. Participating students will be challenged to develop projects on saving and good environmental practices. The best project from each school will be awarded, and the top project nationwide will receive special recognition.
Over the years, BCI has maintained its role as the Bank of Savings, promoting training sessions, educational games, and recreational activities in schools nationwide, with the goal of strengthening financial knowledge among children and young people.
Source: Diário Económico
