Moza Banco and Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM) signed a partnership agreement on Monday, 11 May, aimed at strengthening the connection between academia and the financial sector, promoting the development of local talent and the creation of innovative solutions with a direct impact on the national economy.
According to a statement sent to Diário Económico, the memorandum was signed at Moza Banco’s headquarters in Maputo by the bank’s Chief Executive Officer, Manuel Soares, and the rector of UEM, Manuel Guilherme Júnior, in the presence of representatives from both institutions and members of the media.
According to the document, the partnership comes at a time when Mozambique is seeking to accelerate digital transformation, financial inclusion, and the technical training of young people through closer collaboration models between academia and the business sector.
Under the initiative, UEM students will take part in practical projects linked to real challenges within the financial sector, contributing to the development of solutions with potential application within the bank while gaining experience aligned with market demands.
“More than a traditional internship model, the initiative is based on experiential learning, innovation, and concrete results, bringing young people closer to professional reality and encouraging the development of technical and analytical skills,” the statement said.
Speaking at the event, Manuel Soares stressed that closer ties between academia and the financial sector represent a strategic investment in the country’s future.
“Sustainable development requires institutions capable of investing in national talent and creating opportunities for young people to actively participate in Mozambique’s economic and digital transformation,” he stated.
The impact of the partnership will be monitored through concrete indicators, including the number of students involved, the solutions developed, and the value generated for clients and the financial system.
“With this initiative, Moza Banco reinforces its position as an institution committed to sustainable development, innovation, and the preparation of the next generation of Mozambican professionals,” the statement concluded.
Source: Diário Económico
