CCAP: Project Activities Launch at Nampalahala
On January 26, 2024, an official launch for the CCAP project activities in Tanzania took place on diocesan level. Organised in the Penueli Nampalahala sub-parish at Geita region (East of Lake Victoria Diocese – ELVD) the meeting involved various stakeholders. Among these were diocese, government, implementing partners, church representatives, community. All eight action teams showcased their action plans and the progress made so far.
Participants and key speakers from different areas
Among the more than 150 participants were three government officials from Bukombe District council, ten diocesan employees from the ELVD head office, six diocesan head of districts, 32 action team members, two TV and radio representatives, two choirs and many church members and children. As main speaker, ELCT-ELVD bishop Andrew Gulle pin-pointed how the CCAP project idea came into being, donors who are supporting these initiatives and way forward.
Launch of CCAP action plans …
The action teams representatives presented their action plans and progress. Their presentation was followed by a project overview from the project coordinators. Diocesan secretary Rogath Mollel explained how the CCAP-project aligns with the diocesan six year’s strategic plan and the importance of donors. In addition, the assistant of the bishop insisted on the responsibility of each one in this project. The government representative emphasized on the various efforts the government is doing to address climate issues at national, regional and council level. Between each topic presentation, a choir was welcomed for a song.
Photo: Secretary Rogath Mollel giving a welcoming word during the launch
… and project activities
The participants had the opportunity to visit the activities being implemented at Nampalahala sub-parish. Furthermore, they received explanations of the pictures showing various project activities. They were also invited to plant some trees to mark the official launch of the CCAP project activities.
Despite heavy rain and regular power cuts, the official launch of the activities was successfully accomplished. Since this event and since it’s solar installation activity, the parish has realized an increase of the church congregation from the villages and streets around.
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