DDC Groups Builds School and Health Center for Phongsaly Communities

Community Infrastructure Development

DDC Groups has completed the construction of a fully-equipped primary school and a community health center in Ban Namtha village, Phongsaly Province — located near our mining operations.

Project Details

• Primary School: 6 classrooms, a library, computer lab, and staff quarters serving 150+ students
• Health Center: Consultation rooms, a pharmacy, maternity ward, and emergency treatment facilities
• Total Investment: 2 billion LAK (~USD 100,000)
• Construction: Built by DDC Construction Company using local labor, providing employment to 40+ community members during the 8-month build

Impact

The new facilities serve approximately 500 families across 5 surrounding villages. Previously, children had to travel over 15 kilometers to reach the nearest school, and medical services were only accessible in the provincial capital.

"We see ourselves as partners in the communities where we operate. Infrastructure that improves quality of life is just as important as the infrastructure we build for our commercial projects," said the DDC Groups CSR Division.

Future Plans

DDC Groups plans to build 3 additional schools and 2 health facilities across its operational areas by 2027, with a total committed investment exceeding 10 billion LAK.