Wau-Waria District is blessed with natural resources, fertile land, and enterprising communities. Agriculture and mining remain the backbone of the district’s economy, while micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and community cooperatives are emerging as powerful drivers of self-reliance and local development. The district’s economic strategy focuses on unlocking the full potential of its people by supporting traditional livelihoods and nurturing new income-generating opportunities.
Located in Wau Urban LLG, Wau Town is the district’s commercial and administrative hub. It is home to vibrant markets, trade stores, and government offices. The town plays a critical role in connecting rural producers with consumers and suppliers, serving as the focal point for economic exchange in the district.
Rooted in the Land, Fueling the Future
Across all three LLGs — Waria, Wau Rural, and Wau Urban — communities engage in: 1) Coffee and cocoa farming 2) Gold panning and small-scale mining 3) Fresh vegetable and produce sales 4) Livestock and poultry projects
MSMEs are rapidly growing in Wau-Waria, especially in areas like:
1) Poultry farming 2) Village trade stores 3) Inland fisheries 4) Mobile markets
Unity for Prosperity
Several cooperatives and community groups are making a real impact by promoting shared ownership, collective bargaining, and community leadership. Key examples include:
1) Hekawe Coffee Cooperative 2) Wautok Women Group 3) Kimai Gold Buying
