Avaliação da implementação do programa de ação social produtiva no ambito da Covid-19 em Moçambique: o caso do distrito da Moamba (2019-2022)

Abstract

Mozambique, one of the poorest countries in the world, has faced multiple crises, including natural disasters and conflicts, which have exacerbated poverty and social vulnerability. The COVID-19 pandemic intensified these challenges, leading to a significant increase in the number of families living in poverty. It is based on this premise that this study emerges, titled: Evaluation of the Implementation of the Productive Social Action Program in the Context of COVID-19 in Mozambique: The Case of Moamba District (2019-2022). This study analyzes the implementation of the Productive Social Action Program (PASP) in Mozambique, focusing on the response to the social and economic difficulties exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The study's focus is on assessing the program's effectiveness in assisting vulnerable groups, considering Mozambique's challenging economic situation. The study highlights the importance of social protection in reducing vulnerability and promoting social well-being, especially in times of crisis. Using the Moamba district as a case study, the research explores its geographic and demographic characteristics, local administrative structure, and the vocational training initiatives for youth generated by the program, aiming to stimulate self-employment and reduce vulnerability. The study finds that the PASP program was crucial in providing social assistance but faced challenges such as limited financial resources and increasing demand for support. The research adopts a qualitative approach, using document analysis, literature review, and interviews to collect information on the implementation of PASP.