The Faculty of Medicine of Eduardo Mondlane University (FAMED-UEM) and the Centro pela Saúde Global Association (C-Saúde) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) marking the beginning of a new phase of inter-institutional cooperation aimed at promoting training, scientific research, and strengthening the National Health System (SNS) in Mozambique.
The memorandum was signed by Professor Jahit Sacarlal, Director of FAMED-UEM, and Themos Ntasis, Director General of C-Saúde, in a ceremony symbolizing the commitment of both institutions to jointly contribute to the improvement of public health in the country. The agreement establishes priority areas for cooperation, including:
- Development of joint research, evaluation, and training activities in health and related areas;
- Promotion of academic and professional exchanges involving teachers, researchers, students, and health professionals;
- Provision of academic and professional internships for FAMED-UEM students and recent graduates;
- Production and dissemination of scientific evidence to guide public policies and effective strategies for the National Health System;
- Promotion of the UEM Master’s Degree in Public Health, expanding opportunities for advanced qualification for professionals in the sector.
“We are consolidating FAMED-UEM’s role as a national and regional reference institution in medical training and scientific knowledge production at the service of society,” said Professor Sacarlal.
The General Director of C-Saúde, Themos Ntasis, emphasized that “the partnership reaffirms C-Saúde’s commitment to supporting the public sector, contributing to the development of national skills and promoting sustainable solutions to public health challenges in Mozambique.”
With an initial duration of five years, renewable, the memorandum opens the way for transformative initiatives based on the principles of ethics, transparency, and scientific rigor. The expected impact goes beyond academia, reflecting on the quality of health services, the development of more effective policies, and the well-being of the Mozambican population.
