Translate Council vision in to policies, strategies and programmes aimed at developing the economy and livelihood of residents
Implement policies, strategies and programmes to create an enabling environment for the most vulnerable groups in our community
Oversee preparation of departmental projects and monitor implementation thereof.
EDS is used to be called Community Development Services Department where the main focus was to provide of housing/ shelter to the community. Off later, the focus was revised and changed to economic development with the aim to:
Creating employment
Reducing poverty
Improving the quality of life
The Department comprises 2 main divisions and 8 subsections: