Kindu, June 25, 2024 – The innovative initiative to manage the impacts linked to the implementation of a photovoltaic energy project in the communes of Kasuku and Mikelenge is arousing keen interest in Kindu, in the heart of Maniema in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This ambitious project, launched by the company Nuru Sasu, aims to ensure transparent and equitable management of the effects of this installation for all stakeholders involved.
During a consultation meeting organized in Kindu, Blaise Bilembo, community liaison officer within Nuru Sasu, stressed the importance of putting in place a Plan to restore the means of subsistence for people affected by the project. This approach is part of a desire to take into account the concerns of local communities and to guarantee harmonious integration of the project within their environment.
At the end of these constructive discussions, the members of the monitoring committee proceeded to sign the closing minutes, thus marking the end of the fifteen-day period granted to affected people and the community to register their possible complaints. . Among the main concerns expressed were the occupation of the installation site of the photovoltaic plant and the transport of electrical energy to potential consumers in the communes of Kasuku and Mikelenge.
Nuru Sasu, a major player in the field of renewable energies in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has already distinguished itself by the installation of operational hybrid photovoltaic power plants in several cities in the country. With projects underway in Kindu and Bunia, respectively in the provinces of Maniema and Ituri, the company is resolutely committed to an approach to sustainable development and social inclusion.
The active participation of community leaders, civil society organizations and local authorities in this initiative demonstrates the importance given to a concerted and participatory approach in the implementation of large-scale projects. By promoting dialogue and consultation, Nuru Sasu contributes to strengthening bonds of trust with impacted communities and guaranteeing equitable consideration of local issues.
Ultimately, the launch of the mechanism for managing the impacts of a photovoltaic energy project in Kindu paves the way for an exemplary approach in terms of social and environmental responsibility. By promoting an inclusive and transparent approach, this initiative helps establish a climate of mutual trust between the company and the populations concerned, for sustainable and harmonious development of the territories.