The Innovation Camp of the STEM Angola 2025 Project, promoted by ADPP in partnership with the Ministry of Education and INFQE, with funding from Block 15 (ExxonMobil Angola), marked a decisive step in strengthening teachers’ technical and professional skills and in advancing students’ scientific development in Angola.
The event took place in Luanda and brought together 66 students from primary, lower, and upper secondary education, representing eight provinces. On July 17, the delegations visited the Luanda Science Centre, deepening the link between theory and practice. The following day, competitions were held at the Luanda Industrial Polytechnic Institute (Macarenco), in the presence of institutional representatives, partners, and members of the educational community.
The STEM Project – focused on the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics – has been promoting school clubs and local competitions, culminating in this national gathering that celebrates students’ talent, creativity, and investigative spirit.
In the Projects category, Bié Province won first place with 15 points, followed by Benguela (14.5) and Huambo (14). In the Science competitions, the winners were Janete (Uíge), Domingas (Bié), and Elvio (Huambo), representing Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary education, respectively.
The winners received STEM medals, computers, tablets, and smartphones. All participants were awarded t-shirts, caps, and, soon, certificates and diplomas of merit.
STEM Angola continues to establish itself as a key pillar in transforming education in the country, promoting innovation, critical thinking, and creative solutions to the challenges of the contemporary world.
From July 4 to 6, 2025, ADPP participated in the International Real Estate Business Fair (FINI 2025), held at the Shopping Popular de Camama in Luanda. The participation took place within the framework of the Refugee Education and Livelihoods Project, developed with the support of UNHCR – the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
The objective was to give visibility to the work carried out with refugee communities in Angola, highlighting initiatives that promote economic autonomy, social inclusion, and active participation. The ADPP stand featured 10 exhibitors, including artisans and tailors trained and supported by the project.
During the three days of the fair, participants showcased and sold their products, established contacts with potential partners, and received collaboration proposals from local ateliers. For many, it was an opportunity to present their work in a public and professional space, with a direct impact on their future prospects.
In June, another edition of the People’s Exam was held in the provinces of Cubango and Cuando—an emblematic activity of ADPP Angola’s Teacher Training Schools. Period 14, under the theme “I became a different kind of teacher,” took place in three municipalities – Caiundo, Menongue, and Cuito Cuanavale – covering both provinces.
The main objective was to assess the journey and impact of the final teaching practice of 55 future teachers trained at the ADPP Teacher Training Schools in these two provinces. Throughout the academic year, the trainees implemented 20 community-based microprojects aimed at addressing local challenges and strengthening the connection between schools, communities, and quality education.
Beyond its evaluative component, the People’s Exam represented a valuable opportunity to listen to the communities. During visits to the implementation sites, testimonies were collected, and the tangible effects of the microprojects were observed on the ground—visible in both educational and social dimensions.
The data collected made it possible to analyse the relevance and sustainability of the initiatives: the number of people involved, the quality of partnerships established, resources mobilised, and above all, the transformations perceived by the communities themselves.
Throughout the week, significant changes were observed. The testimonies and observations revealed not only the professional growth of the trainees but also the positive impact of a pedagogical approach rooted in action and deeply anchored in local contexts.
The People’s Exam remains a hallmark of the teacher training provided by ADPP’s schools: an evaluation with the people, on the ground, with eyes fixed on reality, social transformation, and the building of a new generation of teachers committed to the development of their communities.
Primary School No. 2 of Oleca, located in the municipality of Massango, Malanje province, held a recreational and educational event in June to mark the end of the 2024/2025 academic year. The activity brought together students, teachers, parents, and community members.
The initiative aimed to symbolically mark the transition from the “old school” to a “New Type of School,” reinforcing the commitment to education based on the values of participation, inclusion, and citizenship. The programme included a moment of togetherness and cultural activities developed by the students themselves.
One of the highlights was the performance of the play Domestic Violence, which sought to raise awareness within the community about the consequences of this ongoing issue in Angolan society. Prepared by the students, the play highlighted the impact of violence within families and emphasized the importance of reporting and prevention, as provided by Law No. 25/11 of August 12.
During the event, merit diplomas were awarded to the most outstanding students and teachers of the school year. In addition to this symbolic recognition, awardees received school supplies as an incentive. The ceremony was attended by the school director, traditional authorities, church representatives, and members of the educational community.
The preparation of the event took place over three months and involved the mobilization of both human and material resources, as well as strong engagement from the entire school. The school’s management emphasized the importance of partnership with the community, whose active contribution made the initiative fully possible.
Literacy is one of the fundamental pillars for the development of any country. In Angola, improving literacy rates—especially in rural and hard-to-reach communities—remains a persistent challenge. To address this, ADPP in partnership with the Ministry of Education’s National Directorate for Youth and Adult Education, organized an intensive training course for literacy trainers.
The training took place from 17 to 21 of March at the ADPP Courses and Conferences centre in Luanda. The official opening was led by Dr. Evaristo Pedro, National Director for Youth and Adult Education, who highlighted the importance of strengthening educator training to ensure that all citizens, regardless of age, have access to quality education.
The course aimed train trainers to equip educators working in youth and adult literacy with updated pedagogical approaches, effective strategies, and practical teaching tools to enhance learning outcomes.
ADPP Angola’s Executive Director, Ms. Agneta Dahne, emphasized the importance of the long-standing partnership with the Ministry of Education. She noted: “We have a strong history with the Ministry dating back to 1986, focusing on literacy, accelerated learning, youth and adult education, and since 1995, vocational and teacher training for rural areas.” She also stressed the need for more literacy trainers, saying: “ADPP and the communities need more trainers to continue expanding access to education.” In her remarks, she recalled that ADPP Angola and the MED, through the National Directorate for Youth and Adult Education, signed a Cooperation Agreement on 19 March 2024 to promote functional literacy in Angola. “This training was organized under that agreement, and ADPP is committed to carrying it forward,” she added.
A total of 23 literacy trainers from ADPP community projects participated in both theoretical and practical sessions. These trainers will now go on to train and certify additional educators involved in literacy work.
During the closing ceremony, Feliciano Zeferino Palanga, speaking on behalf of the trainers, stressed the importance of expanding local training efforts to reach more literacy workers. “We came from different parts of the country with the goal of gaining knowledge and leaving here ready to apply everything we’ve learned—methodologies, techniques, and tools that will help spark interest and improve understanding among our future learners,” he said. He also committed to sharing what they had learned with Provincial and Municipal Education Offices where the programme is being implemented.
Closing the event, Ms. Agneta Dahne reaffirmed the role of literacy in both individual and collective development. “We celebrate a victory with each module completed and each activity explored. With the commitment you’ve shown to educating young people and adults, I’m confident that each of you has grown in a unique way. You leave not only with knowledge, but also with new friendships and a support network that can be very valuable going forward,” she said.
Literacy is one of the fundamental pillars for the development of any country. In Angola, improving literacy rates—especially in rural and hard-to-reach communities—remains a persistent challenge. To address this, ADPP in partnership with the Ministry of Education’s National Directorate for Youth and Adult Education, organized an intensive training course for literacy trainers.
The training took place from 17 to 21 of March at the ADPP Courses and Conferences centre in Luanda. The official opening was led by Dr. Evaristo Pedro, National Director for Youth and Adult Education, who highlighted the importance of strengthening educator training to ensure that all citizens, regardless of age, have access to quality education.
The course aimed train trainers to equip educators working in youth and adult literacy with updated pedagogical approaches, effective strategies, and practical teaching tools to enhance learning outcomes.
ADPP Angola’s Executive Director, Ms. Agneta Dahne, emphasized the importance of the long-standing partnership with the Ministry of Education. She noted: “We have a strong history with the Ministry dating back to 1986, focusing on literacy, accelerated learning, youth and adult education, and since 1995, vocational and teacher training for rural areas.” She also stressed the need for more literacy trainers, saying: “ADPP and the communities need more trainers to continue expanding access to education.” In her remarks, she recalled that ADPP Angola and the MED, through the National Directorate for Youth and Adult Education, signed a Cooperation Agreement on 19 March 2024 to promote functional literacy in Angola. “This training was organized under that agreement, and ADPP is committed to carrying it forward,” she added.
A total of 23 literacy trainers from ADPP community projects participated in both theoretical and practical sessions. These trainers will now go on to train and certify additional educators involved in literacy work.
During the closing ceremony, Feliciano Zeferino Palanga, speaking on behalf of the trainers, stressed the importance of expanding local training efforts to reach more literacy workers. “We came from different parts of the country with the goal of gaining knowledge and leaving here ready to apply everything we’ve learned—methodologies, techniques, and tools that will help spark interest and improve understanding among our future learners,” he said. He also committed to sharing what they had learned with Provincial and Municipal Education Offices where the programme is being implemented.
Closing the event, Ms. Agneta Dahne reaffirmed the role of literacy in both individual and collective development. “We celebrate a victory with each module completed and each activity explored. With the commitment you’ve shown to educating young people and adults, I’m confident that each of you has grown in a unique way. You leave not only with knowledge, but also with new friendships and a support network that can be very valuable going forward,” she said.
