Pillars for Development
Economic Development
Building the basic infrastructure and local enterprises that strengthen the village economy.
Objective: Build basic infrastructure that modernises the village economy and builds resilience against external utility disruptions.
Key initiatives
Solar power project
Solar systems for critical public spaces such as the chief's hall, the clinic and security lights, subsidised solar home kits for households, and training for local youth in solar installation and maintenance.
Local commercial spaces
A structured local market trading hub with shelter, water and sanitation, a market management committee, and links between vendors and women's agricultural cooperatives.
Indigenous knowledge economy
Community enterprises built on traditional crafts, medicines and cultural tourism, and opportunities in the wildlife and biodiversity economy.
Forestry and wood-product value chain
Community-managed tree plantations and local processing of wood products, such as furniture and specialised paper products, with training for youth and women.
These are plans set out in the Council's Strategic Framework. Progress will be published here once it has been verified.