Oecusse, Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Representing the Office of the coordinating minister for Economic Affairs (MCAE), the Media and Public Relations Section attended the certificate presentation ceremony for 205 trainees who completed their year-long vocational training at the Bansone Vocational Training Center (CFP). The event also marked the inauguration of the Bansone Cafeteria in Klumaria Palaban, RAEOA, Oecusse.
The Secretary of State for Vocational Training and Employment (SEFOPE), Rogério Araújo Mendonça, L.Ed, presided over the closing ceremony for training programs in General Construction, Hospitality, and Agriculture (Levels I & II), while simultaneously officiating the opening of new Level I training courses at the Bansone center.
“I urge you to make the most of this opportunity. Having now graduated and attained Level I and II certifications, you are well-positioned to apply for employment opportunities both domestically and abroad,” stated the Secretary of State in Padiae, Suku Cunha, Pante Macassar Administrative Post.
In addition to the graduation ceremony, Secretary Rogério Araújo Mendonça—joined by the Minister of Finance, Santina José Rodrigues F. Viegas Cardoso; the Minister of Public Works, Samuel Marçal; and the President of the RAEOA Authority, Rogério da Cruz—inaugurated the Bansone Cafeteria and the new Hospitality training facilities at CFP Bansone. The delegation was accompanied by the Director of CNFP Becora, Bernardete Pinto Miranda Gomes, and the Executive Director of CNFP Tibar, Jose Simao Tito Barreto.

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