Morocco Mali vocational training center inaugurated in Bamako

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Landmark vocational training hub launched in Bamako through Moroccan initiative

The Mohammed VI Complex for Vocational Training in Building and Public Works, Hospitality, Tourism and Catering has been officially handed over to Malian authorities in Bamako. This state-of-the-art facility, covering 5,200 square meters, was built by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sustainable Development under directives from King Mohammed VI of Morocco.

The center is designed to equip young professionals with market-relevant skills through a curriculum that blends theoretical instruction with hands-on experience. It will annually train up to 1,000 participants across 21 specialized programs — 12 focused on construction and public works, and 9 in hospitality, tourism and culinary arts.

Strengthening African partnerships through skills development

During the inauguration ceremony, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Abroad, Nasser Bourita, emphasized that this project reflects the King’s commitment to youth empowerment across Africa. He described it as a tangible expression of Morocco’s vision for South-South cooperation, built on solidarity, shared expertise and sustainable human development.

Oumou Sall Seck, Mali’s Minister of National Entrepreneurship, Employment and Vocational Training, conveyed the gratitude of President Assimi Goita to the King for this strategic contribution. She highlighted its alignment with Mali’s urgent need to build skilled human capital in sectors critical to economic growth and social progress.