Overview
BACKGROUND​
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Whilst the Trust was formed in 2011 by Mulilo, financial close and construction of the project site was only completed in 2017. Following this, trustees were elected between 2017 to 2018, but the Trust only officially started functioning in 2019 when administrators were appointed.
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PROJECT SITES
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Mulilo's project Site is in respect of Mulilo Renewable Energy Solar PV De Aar, Paarde Valley Farm (Rem Ptn 2/145) (GPS Coordinate’s 30°37'40.68"S 24° 0'19.29"E).
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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 –
The communities in the nearest residential areas or villages located within a 50km radius of the Project Sites; and in the event that there are no communities in the residential areas or villages within a 50km radius from 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 Benefiaries of the Trust accrues to Black People.
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These areas include, but are not limited to De Aar and Britstown.
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.