Mendefera, 16 February 2024 – The Southern Region has announced its commitment to continuing the successful implementation of development programs initiated in 2023, with a strong focus on exerting efforts throughout 2024. The statement was made during the annual activity assessment meeting held on February 14 in Mendefera.
At the meeting, attended by administrators of the region’s 12 sub-zones, heads of line ministries, heads of national associations, and representatives of the Defense Force units, Mr. Habteab Tesfatsion, the Governor of the region, presented a comprehensive report. Mr. Habteab highlighted the significant achievements of 2023, including water and soil conservation activities engaging over 345 thousand individuals and forestation efforts covering approximately 20,000 hectares of land.
Additionally, Mr. Habteab underscored the public’s substantial contributions, with over 3 million Nakfa allocated towards the development of the health sector and an additional 3.4 million Nakfa in support of teachers in the region.
Looking ahead to 2024, Mr. Habteab outlined ambitious plans, including the finalization of construction for seven large dams, the building of five small dams and five micro-dams, the planting of 2.2 million tree seedlings, and the renovation of over 150 kilometers of roads. He urged both the public and stakeholders to enhance their involvement in implementing these programs effectively.
