Barrick Bulyanhulu, Nyang’hwale council ink 1.07bn/- CSR deal

GEITA: BARRICK Bulyanhulu mine has signed agreement with Nyang’hwale District Council in Geita Region to provide 1.075bn/- this year as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to support various community development projects.

The Council’s Chairman, Mr John Isack, said the CSR funds will facilitate several development projects, a move that is expected to significantly improve access to education, healthcare and essential infrastructure, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for residents and driving long-term community growth.

“This CSR contribution not only addresses immediate development needs but also builds a foundation for improved living standards and inclusive growth in the district,” he said.

He said the funding will support a wide range of projects aimed at improving essential services such as education, healthcare, infrastructure and agriculture.

Some of the initiatives include the construction of four classrooms at Kharumwa English Medium School, completion of the Ikangala bus terminal and procurement of desks for primary schools.

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Other projects include the construction of 20 toilet pits at Lubando Primary School and Gulumbai Primary School, completion of staff housing at Nyang’holongo Dispensary and finalising the purchase of a school bus for the English medium school.

Additionally, the funds will be used for furnishing ten dispensaries, purchase of a tractor, completion of two classrooms at Lushimba Primary School, construction of two classrooms at Kasubuya and Mwamakiliga primary schools, construction of the new Iyenze Secondary School, establishment of a satellite primary school at Nyamikonze, drilling wells and installing solar power at Mwingiro Dispensary and completion of one classroom at Mwingiro Primary School.

“Investments in school construction, classroom furniture and a student transport vehicle will enhance learning environments and access to quality education, while support for dispensaries, including the provision of furniture and staff housing, will strengthen local healthcare delivery,” he said.

Furthermore, the construction of a bus terminal and the purchase of a tractor are expected to improve transport and support local farming activities, boosting the local economy.

By involving community members and leaders in the planning process, the initiative ensures that these projects reflect local priorities, fostering transparency, ownership and longterm sustainability.

Mr Isack urged councillors and experts to raise public awareness about the CSR-funded projects, emphasising the importance of community engagement.

“Hold public meetings in your wards so citizens understand the benefits of having the mine project in their area,” he stressed.

Council Acting Executive Director Ezekiel Ntiriyo noted that CSR project implementation has improved yearly, focusing on community priorities.

“We use a participatory approach plans are made with input from citizens and councillors to ensure they address real local needs,” he said.

Barrick Bulyanhulu Mine General Manager, Mr Johan Labuschagne reaffirmed the mine’s commitment to partnering with government leaders to ensure that its annual CSR contributions drive meaningful development and improve the lives of local communities, allowing them to fully benefit from the mine’s presence.