The main purpose of the CIP is to provide justifications for funding of steps to address the identified unmet needs of the ecosystem. This entails recognition and inclusion of key interests of local communities and key resource user groups since their levels of influence are key to the conservation of this wetland, while, if not managed well, their actions can potentially also have adverse impacts on the ecosystem health. Importantly, their levels of influence too are key to the conservation of this wetland. The investments projects identified or designed for this wetland, shall not only contribute to safeguarding its biodiversity and ecosystem values but will at the same time contribute to the development of livelihood opportunities for the riparian associated communities.