Robert Nayeja.

Nsanje, June 3, Mana: Nsanje District Council on Monday launched the new District Development Plan (DDP) and Social Economic Profile (SEP) after the old ones phased out in 2022.

Speaking during the launch at Red Valley Lodge at the Boma, District Commissioner for Nsanje, Dominic Mwandira said the DDP has more than 15 priority areas in order to address challenges people face in the district.

“We are looking at many areas of development but we have priotised the first 15 which are greatly affecting the community in the district,” he said.

Mwandira said the plan has been aligned with agenda 2063 in order to meet the countries vision.

“Among others, the DDP is addressing the hunger, health and education issues affecting the communities. We will make sure that all stakeholders are implementing their programs and projects in line with the DDP so that Nsanje as a district is contributing to the realization of Agenda 2063,” he added.

Chief Economist in the Ministry of Local Government, Owen Nalivata, who was the guest of honour, applauded the council for making sure that the District Development Plan was launched.

“The document is very critical as it guides operations of the council. This will help the council to monitor progress,” he added.