Français Matala youth village, established in the municipality of Matala (Huíla), begins to receive, in January 2020, the first 200 students for technical and vocational training in the specialties of agriculture, locksmithing, carpentry, information technology and electricity.
The Matala project, started in 2018, is under the supervision of the Ministry of Public Administration, Labor and Social Security (Maptss). It aims to provide young people with technical and professional knowledge and qualifications and will accommodate students aged 13-17.