Executive Overview
The Menji Municipal Council 2026 Annual Investment Plan (AIP) presents a bold and forward-looking roadmap for local development, reflecting the Council’s unwavering commitment to inclusive growth, sustainable infrastructure, and improved quality of life for all communities within the municipality.
With a total approved investment envelope of FCFA 1,260,014,959, the 2026 AIP strategically channels public resources into critical sectors including agriculture, education, transport infrastructure, water supply, environmental protection, urban development, and institutional strengthening. The plan is implemented through close collaboration with sector ministries, national development programs, and local governance financing mechanisms.
Strategic Development Priorities
The 2026 AIP is anchored on five core development pillars:
Boosting agricultural productivity and rural access
Strengthening education and youth development
Improving transport, water, and community infrastructure
Promoting environmental sustainability and urban greening
Enhancing institutional capacity and local service delivery
These priorities ensure that investments respond directly to community needs while supporting national decentralization and development objectives.
Public Investment Budget (PIB) Projects
Advancing Agriculture and Rural Development
Agriculture remains a cornerstone of the local economy. Through funding from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER), the Council is investing in projects that directly improve farm access, value addition, and food security.
Key interventions include:
Opening of strategic farm access roads linking Atteng Attah, Atep, and Njoagwi Palace to the Melebeuh–Tangunji Junction, significantly reducing post-harvest losses and improving market access.
Construction of a cassava processing and storage centre at Njentse Essoh Attah, supporting agro-processing and income generation.
Total agricultural investment: FCFA 55,000,000
Community Infrastructure and Social Amenities
Under the supervision of the Ministry of Decentralization and Local Development (MINDDEVEL), the Council is rehabilitating and expanding essential community infrastructure to strengthen social cohesion and cultural heritage.
Major projects include:
Rehabilitation of Grand Stands and Communal Halls at Azi (Fontem), Atteng Attah, and Njoagwi Palaces
Construction of a bridge over River Mbindia, improving mobility and safety
Provision of farm implements to organized farming groups
Implementation of Mbiajong Land Use Plan (Phase I)
Installation of solar street lighting at Atep
Construction of a small-scale water supply system in the Ngem Agricultural Area
Construction of two cocoa ovens at Nyiforka, enhancing post-harvest processing
Total community infrastructure investment: FCFA 100,000,000
Investing in Education: Building the Future
Education receives significant attention in the 2026 AIP, with funding from the Ministry of Basic Education (MINEDUB) aimed at improving learning environments across the municipality.
Key education projects include:
Construction of Government Nursery School (GNS) Abebue
Rehabilitation of GNS Menji
Rehabilitation of classrooms across Mboeh, Nchembin, Njeh, Mbindia, Lekong-Fokem, Agweh, Kitsue, and Njentse Essoh Attah
Production of hundreds of school benches
Supply of pupils’ tables, chairs, and cupboards in selected schools
These investments will reduce overcrowding, improve comfort, and enhance learning outcomes for children across Menji.
Total education investment: FCFA 105,000,000
Environmental Protection and Urban Greening
Environmental sustainability is a key component of the Council’s development vision. Through the Ministry of Environment, Nature Protection and Sustainable Development (MINEPDED), the Council is implementing green initiatives that enhance aesthetics and climate resilience.
Key projects include:
Phase I of the Menji Botanic Amusement Garden
Replanting of ornamental trees around:
Azi (Fontem) Palace
Atteng Attah Palace
Njoagwi Palace
Total environmental investment: FCFA 25,000,000
Major Transport Infrastructure Investment
In partnership with the Ministry of Public Works (MINTP), the Council is undertaking a flagship infrastructure project:
Construction of Befua Bridge and maintenance of 1.2 km of road in Menji
This project significantly improves connectivity, road safety, and economic activity within the municipality.
Total transport investment: FCFA 260,684,800
FEICOM-Funded Institutional Development
Through FEICOM, the Council is strengthening its administrative and operational capacity.
Projects include:
Completion of the Menji Council Chambers
Acquisition of a 25 KVR generator for reliable power supply
Equipping council offices to improve service delivery
Total FEICOM investment: FCFA 480,000,000
PROLOG Projects: Resilient Local Governance
Under the PROLOG – Local Governance and Resilient Community Projects, the Council is addressing market infrastructure and water access.
Key projects include:
Construction of 20 lock-up stores at Menji Market
Njentse Essoh Attah–Abebue Water Project
Construction of a small bridge and retaining walls at Nwantse Forkatabong, Njoagwi.
Total PROLOG investment: FCFA 186,056,159
Internal Council Development Projects
Using internally generated funds, the Council continues to address essential operational and community needs.
Projects include:
Purchase of a mini lorry for waste disposal
Acquisition of a maintenance ladder for solar streetlights
Rehabilitation of market stores
Rehabilitation and maintenance of water lines, boreholes, and water points
Purchase of canopies, chairs, and tables
Completion of Mbiajong Land Use Plan
Construction of a mini water project at Atep
Total internal investment: FCFA 48,294,000
Financial Summary
Funding Source | Amount (FCFA) |
|---|---|
Public Investment Budget (PIB) | 545,684,800 |
FEICOM | 480,000,000 |
PROLOG | 186,056,159 |
Internal Council Projects | 48,294,000 |
Overall Grand Total | 1,260,014,959 |
Community Allocation:
Lebang: FCFA 1,024,014,959
Essoh Attah / Njoagwi: FCFA 236,000,000
Conclusion
The Menji Municipal Council 2026 Annual Investment Plan is more than a budgetary document—it is a commitment to people-centered development. Through targeted investments, strategic partnerships, and transparent planning, the Council is laying the foundation for a stronger local economy, better public services, and a more resilient Menji.
As implementation progresses, the Council remains committed to accountability, community participation, and measurable impact—ensuring that every franc invested translates into tangible improvements on the ground.
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