Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and preparing a Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) for the improvement of the Mzimba Turn Off to Mzuzu Kacheche (M001) Road, Malawi
Funded by The World Bank

Client: Road Authority of Malawi,

Funding Agency: World Bank

The project involves conducting an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and preparing a Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) for the improvement of the Mzimba Turn Off to Mzuzu Kacheche (M001) Road in Malawi. The project aims to enhance road safety, transport efficiency, and connectivity while addressing environmental and social concerns along the corridor.

MSV is responsible for undertaking detailed environmental and social assessments, stakeholder consultations, preparation of mitigation measures, development of the Resettlement Action Plan, and ensuring compliance with national regulations and World Bank safeguards. The consultancy includes advisory support for environmental management, social safeguards, and monitoring strategies during project implementation.

The project improves rural and regional connectivity, facilitates economic development, and ensures environmentally and socially responsible road upgrading. The Resettlement Action Plan safeguards affected communities, while the ESIA ensures sustainable infrastructure development in line with World Bank standards.