The village communities of Nieuw Lombe, Moendjekiiki, and Kapasikele witnessed the official handover of three docking piers by the Rosebel Community Fund (RCF) to the traditional authorities of the aforementioned villages on December 15th. These public structures were formally inaugurated by the traditional authorities after the handover. A significant portion of goods and services transportation within the interior of Suriname occurs on water, making it essential for all riverside villages to invest in good mooring facilities.
Before the opening of the mooring facilities, a few brief speeches were delivered in the community house. These short speeches emphasized the significance of good mooring facilities for communities living along the river. District Commissioner Ludwig Mendelzoon highlighted the importance of having proper facilities for residents to dock their boats. Mendelzoon mentioned that the project experienced delays, largely attributed to last year’s flooding. “Now that this project is completed, I congratulate the three residential communities and thank them for their patience,” stated the District Commissioner.
Captain Henri Kaffe of Nieuw Lombe provided an overview of the project’s progress during his speech. He discussed the numerous challenges and the eventual completion of the project. Although the project commenced in February 2021, it faced setbacks, including flooding and other disruptions, resulting in its conclusion on December 15, 2023.
Jerry Finisie, RCF Vice Chairman, and Manager of RGM’s Community Relations and Development department expressed gratitude to the villagers for their involvement in this project and expressed hope for its optimal utilization. After the speeches, the signing ceremony took place. Subsequently, the three mooring facilities were officially inaugurated by the traditional authorities, the district commissioner, and RCF members. The plaques were christened with lemonade, symbolizing the anticipation for the local community to make good use of these new water facilities.
