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Osvaldo Vaz
Osvaldo Vaz
Minister of Planning, Finance, and Blue Economy
	In office; December 3, 2018 – September 29, 2021
President	Evaristo Carvalho
Prime Minister	Jorge Bom Jesus
Preceded by	Américo d'Oliveira Ramos (Finance, Trade, and Blue Economy)
Succeeded by	Wuando Castro (acting)
Member of Parliament
	Incumbent
	Assumed office ; November 26, 2014
Personal details
Born	Osvaldo Tavares dos Santos Vaz; October 15, 1969; Guadalupe, São Tomé and Príncipe
Political party	MLSTP-PSD
Residence	Guadalupe
Occupation	Economist, Teacher
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Comment: See WP:BLP. Statements, starting with the date of birth, need to be sourced or removed. Greenman (talk) 13:53, 1 December 2024 (UTC)

Osvaldo Vaz (born October 15, 1969) is a Santomean economist, educator, and politician affiliated with the MLSTP-PSD. He served as the Minister of Planning, Finance, and Blue Economy from December 3, 2018, to September 29, 2021, under President Evaristo Carvalho and Prime Minister Jorge Bom Jesus. Vaz has also been a Member of Parliament for the Lobata district since November 26, 2014.

Early Life and Education

Osvaldo Vaz was born in Guadalupe, São Tomé and Príncipe. He completed his primary and secondary education in his hometown. He pursued higher education in Angola, earning a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Agostinho Neto University in 1997 and a Master’s degree two years later. Vaz later became an economics professor at institutions in São Tomé and Príncipe, including the Universidade Lusíada de São Tomé e Príncipe.^[1]

Career

Teaching and Professional Work

Vaz began his career as a mathematics and chemistry teacher in Guadalupe between 1987 and 1992. Later, he worked as an accountant for Branch Energy Ltd. in Angola before transitioning to teaching economics at universities. His work as a professor focused on economic development and public finance.^[2]

Political Career

Vaz entered politics through the youth wing of the MLSTP-PSD. He became a member of the National Council and the Political Commission of the party and played an active role in legislative campaigns. In 2014, he led the MLSTP-PSD during parliamentary elections, prioritizing youth employment, education, and economic development. He has been representing the Lobata district in the National Assembly since then.^[3]

In December 2018, Vaz was appointed Minister of Planning, Finance, and Blue Economy. During his tenure, he participated in high-profile international development meetings, including initiatives with the African Development Bank to strengthen donor coordination in São Tomé and Príncipe. His efforts supported multilateral projects focusing on agriculture, renewable energy, and infrastructure.^[4]

Challenges and Controversies

In 2017, Vaz faced accusations of corruption related to parliamentary activities, leading to his resignation as Vice President of MLSTP-PSD. Despite these allegations, he retained support within his party and continued his political career. In 2021, he stepped down from his ministerial role amid broader cabinet changes.^[5]

Legacy

Osvaldo Vaz's contributions to São Tomé and Príncipe include promoting economic reforms, advocating for youth development, and facilitating international partnerships to improve the country’s economic infrastructure.^[6]

References

^ "São Tomé and Príncipe's government commits to strengthened coordination with donors". African Development Bank. 27 June 2019. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
^ "Osvaldo Vaz appointed to key ministerial role in São Tomé". STP Press. 2018. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
^ "São Tomé and Príncipe joins Lusophone Compact for economic development". Ecofin Agency. October 2018. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
^ "Profile of Osvaldo Vaz, Minister of Finance". AllAfrica. January 2019. Retrieved 25 November 2024.
^ "Economic leadership in PALOP countries: Focus on São Tomé's ministers". Angola Media. 2021. Retrieved 25 November 2024. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)^{[failed verification]}
^ "São Tomé and Príncipe's government commits to strengthened coordination with donors". African Development Bank. 27 June 2019. Retrieved 25 November 2024.

[1] "São Tomé and Príncipe's government commits to strengthened coordination with donors". African Development Bank. 27 June 2019. Retrieved 25 November 2024.

[2] "Osvaldo Vaz appointed to key ministerial role in São Tomé". STP Press. 2018. Retrieved 25 November 2024.

[3] "São Tomé and Príncipe joins Lusophone Compact for economic development". Ecofin Agency. October 2018. Retrieved 25 November 2024.

[4] "Profile of Osvaldo Vaz, Minister of Finance". AllAfrica. January 2019. Retrieved 25 November 2024.

[5] "Economic leadership in PALOP countries: Focus on São Tomé's ministers". Angola Media. 2021. Retrieved 25 November 2024. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)^{[failed verification]}

[6] "São Tomé and Príncipe's government commits to strengthened coordination with donors". African Development Bank. 27 June 2019. Retrieved 25 November 2024.

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