OTDF Operations Manager Philemon Nahuet (L) hands over the community project to Wombon VPC Chairman Domki Kaweak (R).
Wombon Village, under the CMCA Nupmo Trust region, received a new dinghy and a 40-horsepower outboard motor, officially delivered at the Ningrum waterfront on 28 January 2026. The delivery marks another significant milestone in community-driven development for the area.
The project delivery was witnessed by community leaders, clan representatives, villagers, and development partner Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF), which initiated and supported the procurement, logistics, and transportation of the assets to the community.
The project was initiated and implemented through the Wombon Village Planning (VPC) in the Nupmo Trust region. Mr Domki Kaweak, VPC Chairman, formally received the dinghy and outboard motor from OTDF, expressing satisfaction that the project had been successfully completed under his leadership.
“This dinghy and motor will serve our people for both river transport and income-generating activities for the community of Wombon,” Chairman Kaweak said. “Reliable transport is essential to our daily lives, and this project will improve access to markets, services, and opportunities.”
In good faith, the dinghy and outboard motor were officially handed over to the community. Mr Francis Job, community leader and spokesperson for the Konmenen Clan, accepted the assets and assured, it is for the benefit of the community.
Mr Job praised the timely delivery of the project and highlighted the positive impact it will have on community mobility and living standards.
“We are thankful that this important asset has been delivered as planned. Community projects like this improve livelihoods and strengthen transport along our river system,” Mr Job said.
“On behalf of the Konmenen Clan, I thank OTDF for standing with our VPC Chairman Domki from day one until the successful delivery of this project. It has not been easy, but the community waited patiently, and today we are proud to receive it.”
OTDF Operations Manager Mr Philemon Nahuet formally handed over the assets and commended Chairman Domki and the Wombon community for their commitment throughout the planning and implementation process.
“These assets were purchased using Wombon development funds, and ownership rests with the community,” Mr Nahuet said.
“The care, management, and sustainability of this dinghy and motor are now your responsibility. When community assets are well managed, they continue to benefit future generations.”
