Manuel Lemba

Manuel Lemba, a prominent agricultural leader and community organizer, has been vocal about the potential impacts of the Monte Grande Dam project on local farming communities in the Suroeste region of the Dominican Republic. He raised concerns during an interview regarding the redesign of the irrigation system, which may limit the agricultural potential initially promised by the project. Lemba emphasizes the importance of transparent dialogue with authorities, advocating for the inclusion of all affected communities and ensuring that the investments in the dam translate into sustainable development and increased agricultural productivity for local farmers.