• FEICOM’ REGIONAL AWARD FOR THE SOUTH WEST

    The Kumba I Sub Divisional Council emerged champion for the South West Region during the 5th Edition of Regional Prize from the Fund for the Promotion of Local Authorities (FEICOM) National Awards for Best Municipal Practice for Local Development. The council was declared the flag-bearer of the South West Region Thursday, December 14, 2023, during […]

  • Youth Innovation Fair Unveils Technological Talent in the Municipality

    This article explores a one-of-a-kind event where young innovators from local schools and technical institutions presented projects ranging from renewable energy devices to digital applications. It discusses how the event was structured, jury members, awards issued, and how councils can support youth innovation going forward.

  • Municipal Sports Gala Encourages Unity and Healthy Living

    Highlighting a week-long sports gala involving football, handball, athletics, and tug-of-war competitions across wards, this article explores the impact of such community sports events in promoting social cohesion, health awareness, and youth engagement.

  • Council Celebrates International Women’s Day with Empowerment Forums

    In commemoration of International Women’s Day, the Council organized a series of events, including public lectures, exhibitions by women entrepreneurs, and legal rights awareness forums. This article presents the logistics, partnerships, themes discussed, and future recommendations.

  • Business and Investment Summit Attracts Regional Entrepreneurs

    This article provides a detailed account of the Council’s Business and Investment Summit that convened local entrepreneurs, investors, and development agencies. It includes keynote addresses, breakout session summaries, challenges discussed, and follow-up steps.

  • Environmental Day: Massive Tree Planting Campaign Initiated

    On the Council’s Environmental Day, more than 5,000 trees were planted across the municipality. The article explores planning logistics, ecological benefits, partnerships with schools and civil society, and the community response.

  • Health Awareness Week Provides Free Medical Screenings

    Through partnerships with regional hospitals and international NGOs, the Council hosted a Health Awareness Week, providing thousands with access to screenings for malaria, hypertension, HIV, and diabetes. This article breaks down the outreach methodology, demographics served, and sustainability efforts.

  • LAUNCHING OF THE MUNICIPAL E-GOVERNANCE PORTAL

    The Council recently launched its e-governance portal designed to improve transparency, allow service access, and reduce administrative delays. The article provides insights into the portal’s development, features, stakeholder engagement, and early performance indicators.