Culture Programme Mozambique

• Emerging artists from Maputo & Cabo Delgado, 
• Youth and children, incl. IDPs 
• Civil society & peace building actors, 
• Local artisans, 
• Casa da Cultura in Pemba, Cabo Delgado (Ministry of Culture institution).

Principaux résultats attendus:  

• Emerging artists, artisans and arts professionals from the south and north of Mozambique are scouted, capacitated, showcased and supported in the development of sustainable careers.
• Concrete synergies have been developed that contribute to improving North-South mutual understanding and cooperation. 
• The institutional capacities (including fundraising and income generation capacities) of the 3 SDC partners have improved. 
• 20 mobility projects and 20 creative projects have been supported through the SDC's sub-granting mechanism. 
• Peace-building and reconciliation processes have been promoted.

Principaux résultats antérieurs:   Switzerland is an important player in the cultural sector in Mozambique. One of SDC's main partners (16NetO) was able to establish itself in Maputo as a key actor in the promotion of young artists, and also successfully manages Maputo Fast Forward (MFF), an international cultural festival initiated by a previous SDC partner. The SDC also successfully supported art education and cultural initiatives in the conflict-ridden province of Cabo Delgado. These interventions have been very well received. There is a strong demand for their expansion.
In general, the importance of long-term partnerships for organisations to grow, become stable and professional has been confirmed.
Young people are looking for spaces for creative expression and dialogue.
A high potential for using culture and arts to promote social cohesion and peace was identified. Vulnerable groups and IDPs in Cabo Delgado are very responsive to cultural activities.