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OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION​
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Whilst the Trust was formed in 2011 by Mulilo Renewable Energy (Pty) Ltd, financial close and construction of the project sites were only completed in 2015. Following this, trustees were elected between 2015 to 2017 and the Trust only received PBO status in 2018. The Trust officially started functioning in 2018 when administrators were appointed.
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PROJECT SITES
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Mulilo's three Project Sites are:
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Mulilo Renewable Energy Solar PV Prieska, Vogel Struisbult Farm;
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Mulilo Prieska PV, Klipgats Pan; and
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Mulilo Sonnedix Prieska PV, Hoekplaas, Sonnedix 146
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Each Project Site has a project company of which the Trust has a shareholding in each company.
BENEFICIARIES
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The Beneficiaries to the Trust are, in respect of each Project Site –
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The communities in the nearest residential areas or villages located within a 50km radius of the Project Sites; and
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In the event that there are no communities in the residential areas or villages within a 50 km radius form the Project Sites, then it shall mean the communities in the nearest residential areas or villages to the Project Sites,
Provided that 100% (one hundred percent) of the value of benefits allocated by the Trust to all Beneficiaries of the Trust accrues to Black People.
These areas include, but are not limited to Prieska, Marydale and Niekershoop.
Strategic Framework
Health & Wellbeing
1. Improve baseline healthcare needs through nutritional support.
2. Build community resilience through humanitarian and wellness programs.
3. Create a supportive environment for equitable access to quality primary healthcare services., including enhancing mental wellness.
Education & Development
1. Expand access to quality education across all life stages, from early childhood to post-school education and training.
2. Develop skills and competencies aligned with local economic opportunities.
3. Promote community-led governance and educational initiatives.
Sustainable & Inclusive
Economic Development
1. Foster entrepreneurship and enterprise development in beneficiary communities.
2. Strengthen local value chains and inclusive economic participation.
3. Foster sustainable economic practices that drives long-term community resilience.