28/10/2024
WELT HUNGER HILFE ENGAGES TWO SISTERS COUNCILS: PORT LOKO DISTRICT AND PORT LOKO CITY ON A STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMENT FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF PRIORITY NEEDS.
The efforts of the two Councils to partner with Welt Hunger HILFE Sierra Leone for the development of Port Loko District was highly welcomed by all stakeholders present in the engagement meeting held at the Port Loko District Council Hall. WELT HUNGER HILFE is a reputable Organization that focuses on making the World “a no hunger”place for all. In his brief statement as the Country Director for WELT HUNGER HILFE S/L, Emmanuel Octave Banonza said the engagement on the identification of priority needs will be the guiding principle for the two Councils to form partnership with the Organization.
Presenting on behalf of the Port Loko District Council, Chairman Sheku Tejan Saccoh highlighted on the followings as key priority needs for the district:
1. Waste Management
2. WASH
3. Revnue Mobilization
4. Social Infrastructure
5. Gender and Children’s Affairs
6. Forestry and Agriculture.
The Chairman said Waste Management is a serious challenge as the Council is constrained with capacity to manage the waste in commercial towns like Lunsar, Lungi and Masiaka. He said those areas need the resources to mobilize the work force, identify Waste Points, availability of waste trucks, tricycles and Waste Bins for the promotion of clean and safe environment . He further explained on the need to promote Green Energy, Recreational Centers, rehabilitation centers for the social wellbeing of youth in drugs mainly KUSH.
On revenue, the Chairman said the Council has potential but poses with huge challenges to tap up to 20% of the revenue. Such challenges range from Capacity Building for revenue collectors, lack of mobility and also the need for training.
Presenting on behalf Civil Society, Mr. Mohamed Kamara who doubles as Chairperson Civil Society Port Loko District highlighted on the importance of advocacy as an inclusive tool for the successful implementation of projects. He said development can only foster in the district and the at large with the proper utilization of Civil Society Organizations.
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