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    Supporting rural communities through sustainable projects that allow communities to shine.

  • Support. Sustain. Shine.

    Mmila Mela CLG is a registered Non-Profit Organisation based in Maun, Botswana. Named after “Mmila” the Setswana term for many small paths, such as those left by wildlife, and “Mela” meaning germination and growth. Founded in 2022.

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    Xhoo Community Development

    Mmila Mela has been engaging with the Xhoo community since 2021 to assist them with their community development goals. Once officially registered as a non-profit, we received funding from a private donor in July 2022 for our Xhoo community development project.

    With this we managed to provide a number of basic needs. We have recently been granted additional funding to further develop this project, focusing on women's empowerment, income generating opportunities, and facilitating a community owned tourism product.

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    Lesedi Medical Fund

    Many people in rural communities suffer from preventable and treatable illnesses. Through regular outreach clinics, we will improve access to quality healthcare providers and medicine. We have partnered with a local hospital and multiple clinics who have offered services at a discounted rate.

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    Our Team

    Mmila Mela was founded by Onkagetse Olesitse and Alexandra Connolly who met in 2020 in Maun. Sharing an immense love for Botswana and its people, culture, and wildlife, they are especially committed to seeing rural communities thrive. Learn more about the talented and motivated team behind Mmila Mela.

  • Focus Areas

    We are working towards our vision through these key focus areas:

    Sustainable Development

    We guide our communities towards sustainable development whilst empowering them to protect their land, cultures, and livelihoods.

    Conservation

    We are committed to developing projects which benefit both humans and wildlife through a community-led conservation approach.

    Access

    We support our communities in gaining access to basic rights such as water, food & healthcare. We also provide services such as WiFi and solar power.

    Income Generation

    We assist individuals, co-operatives & communities in developing sustainable income streams as well as business management and marketing.

    Health & Wellness

    We advocate for physical and mental wellness through outreach clinics and educational workshops and provide specialized medical care in partnership with Maun Private Hospital.

    Education

    We believe that early childhood education is the key to change. We are involved in rural playgroup development and also provide skills training and empowerment workshops for adults.

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