Business overhaul

AN innovative programme is aiming to solve Axarquia’s most pressing employment issues, shifting the region’s business landscape. The Diputación de Málaga unveiled its revolutionary ‘Metapueblos’ plans which also aim to tackle the issue of rural depopulation on Friday, March 31.

The plan proposes a series of immersive educational courses. It promises to train jobseekers in cutting­edge industries such as bio­construction, agroecology, and renewable energy. Participants will also get to experience five and a half months of hands­on training with top companies, as well as receiving invaluable mentorship.

The project is set to create a new, exciting entrepreneurial ecosystem that will breathe new life into rural communities.

also hosting an exhibition by Javier González, an artist based in Almuñecar. Unique installations by the artist including two totem poles and ceramic sculptures are on display throughout April. The gallery is not only a feast for the eyes but also a calming oasis for the soul, complete with Moorish­inspired architecture and a serene garden.

Metapueblos is also seeking to close the gender gap by encouraging women to take part. And, with a generous eligibility criteria of 18­45year­olds, anyone in the province of Malaga could be eligible to benefit from the scheme.

LA VIÑUELA is preparing to host an uplifting community event, the second annual solidarity walk or run in support of women fighting breast cancer on Thursday, April 20. This event is all about showing solidarity with women fighting any form of cancer, especially

Proverb Of The Week

This initiative is a game­changer, according to Vice President, Natacha Rivas. She explained, “we want to change the fate of our smallest municipalities and breathe new life into the Serranía de Ronda and Axarquia, two of the most depopulated areas of our province.”

Stepping up

breast cancer.

The walk or run will cover a beautiful four kilometre course around the La Viñuela reservoir, starting at Restaurante El Pantano at 4.30 pm. Participants will receive a t­ shirt for their participation and a delicious healthy snack after completing the course.

Participants are asked to register for the event by visiting La Viñuela Town Hall’s website before Wednesday, April 12. A registration fee of €5 will be collected to cover the event costs and support breast cancer care charities including Esperanza Breast Cancer Association.

Originating from a Chinese proverb meaning that however big the task is, it starts with a small step.

The La Viñuela council is also offering transport, which can be arranged by calling: 679 343 446.

Betty Henderson

ALMUÑECAR was captured in all of its glory last week as a team of talented Danish photographers arrived in the town. For an entire week, photographers and models from the prestigious Anja Ekstrom photography and fashion academy took part in intense, high ­ octane photoshoot sessions in various locations across the town.

The group’s visit to Almuñecar culminated in an impressive fashion shoot at the Marina del Este harbour on Sunday, April 2, showcasing the stunning results of the students’ learning during their week­long stay in Almuñecar. Students were taught theo­