President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique emphasized that a strong and equitable education system is fundamental for economic progress, social inclusion, and democratic stability. He stated this while opening the International Congress of Catholic Universities in Maputo.
He noted that the Mozambican Catholic University has represented excellence and humanism for three decades. Chapo described universities as essential partners for national public policy, particularly in development-focused research addressing priorities like agriculture, digital transformation, and climate resilience. He also highlighted their role in fostering democratic values and national unity.
The President further urged African academic institutions to develop sustainable solutions for climate change prevention and adaptation. He identified science and innovation as critical for national prosperity and building resilience against natural disasters.
He noted that the Mozambican Catholic University has represented excellence and humanism for three decades. Chapo described universities as essential partners for national public policy, particularly in development-focused research addressing priorities like agriculture, digital transformation, and climate resilience. He also highlighted their role in fostering democratic values and national unity.
The President further urged African academic institutions to develop sustainable solutions for climate change prevention and adaptation. He identified science and innovation as critical for national prosperity and building resilience against natural disasters.
