NEXTKananghttps://nextkananga.de/#projekta – A Realistic, Phased Vision for the Future
About Us – How NEXTKananga Came to Life
My name is Gerd Harmatiuk.
I am 64 years old and live in Cologne, Germany, where I work as a self-employed Managing Director of PWA PROFI Werbeartikel GmbH.
More than ten years ago, I met my wife, who is Filipina, and we have shared our lives ever since.
I spend a large part of each year—typically six to eight months—with her and her two children in Butuan City, Mindanao, in the district of Villa Kananga.
Thanks to my income from Germany, our family is financially better off than many people in our immediate surroundings.
Over the years, we have used this privilege not only to provide financial help, but—more importantly—to show people sustainable ways to generate their own income and improve their living conditions.
Children, education, and opportunity are especially close to our hearts.
This is how the idea of NEXTKananga was born: a project that is larger, more sustainable, and future-oriented—a place of opportunity for education, community, work, and long-term perspective.
The approximately 2,000 sqm plot of land, owned by my wife, provides an important advantage and simplifies planning from the outset.
However, projects of this scale require a solid and realistic foundation.
To minimize risk and ensure sustainability from day one, we developed a phased strategy. Rather than starting with the entire large-scale vision, we begin with a smart, profitable core that can grow organically.
Our Phased Strategy – A Secure Start with PHP 5 Million (€72,000)
Our approach is pragmatic and disciplined.
We begin with three business units that:
generate positive cashflow quickly,
require lean staffing, and
address essential daily needs in Villa Kananga.
Goal: Achieve financial independence within 12–18 months.
PHASE 1 – The Cashflow Core (0–12 Months)
Total Investment: PHP 5,000,000 ≈ €72,000
This start-up capital establishes a stable foundation built on three operational pillars, supported by a financial reserve.
1. Mini Drugstore (OTC – Over-the-Counter)
A compact drugstore focused on non-prescription medicines, baby products, and personal-care essentials.
Instead of a costly full assortment, we deliberately focus on fast-moving everyday items.
Vision:
Direct and affordable access to health and hygiene for the local community.
Investment:
Approx. PHP 2.6 million (fit-out, initial inventory, licenses)
Expected Monthly Profit:
Approx. PHP 90,000–120,000
2. Food Light – Take-Away Focused Kitchen
We do not start with a full restaurant. Instead, we establish a professional kitchen offering 5–7 popular, high-quality dishes with high turnover.
This concept complements existing street food vendors rather than competing with them.
Vision:
Clean, safe, and affordable food—designed to later function as a training and employment platform.
Investment:
Approx. PHP 1.1 million (kitchen, equipment, start-up operations)
Expected Monthly Profit:
Approx. PHP 80,000–120,000
3. Water Refill Station
Clean drinking water is a basic necessity. Our refill station delivers high-quality water at fair, socially responsible prices, using sustainable refill systems.
Vision:
Water as a community good—clean, affordable, and environmentally responsible.
Investment:
Approx. PHP 300,000
Expected Monthly Profit:
Approx. PHP 50,000–70,000
4. Reserve / Working Capital
To ensure smooth operations and absorb unforeseen costs, we maintain a strategic reserve.
Amount: PHP 1.0 million
Result of Phase 1
The three core businesses generate a monthly net cashflow of approximately PHP 260,000 (€3,700–3,800).
This cashflow is not withdrawn. Instead, it is fully reinvested to fund growth.
Our key benchmark is a stable monthly net cashflow of at least PHP 200,000 (€3,000).
As long as this level is maintained, the project remains secure and scalable.
PHASE 2 – Growth from Internal Strength (Months 12–24)
Once Phase 1 cashflow is stable, further expansion is financed through:
- retained earnings,
- ongoing operational cashflow,
- without new external capital.
- Risk continues to decrease while opportunities expand.
Planned Developments:
Expansion of the mini drugstore into a full-scale pharmacy
Establishment of a real restaurant as a community and event space
Additional services such as laundry or car wash
Small community events to strengthen local engagement
PHASE 3 – The Full NEXTKananga Vision (Months 24–36)
With a proven operating model and real financial data, we gain strong negotiating power to attract partners and additional investors.
This phase includes:
A supermarket that cooperates with local sari-sari stores
A sports and community arena
Apartments for students and guests to support financing
A local employment and job-matching hub
Expanded educational and social programs
Our Social Principles – The Heart of NEXTKananga
These principles apply from day one and guide every phase of the project:
Fair Wages
We deliberately pay above the local average and provide social security for employees—an investment in quality, motivation, and stability.
Hygiene & Dignity
Clean, safe sanitation facilities (toilets and showers) accessible to everyone—because dignity begins with cleanliness.
Cooperation Instead of Competition
Local sari-sari stores and street kitchens are treated as partners, not competitors, supported through cooperation, training, and fair sourcing.
Sustainability & Education
From waste separation and natural mosquito-control programs to first-aid courses in cooperation with the Red Cross, economic activity is always combined with education and social responsibility.
Conclusion
With this phased strategy and a start-up investment of PHP 5 million (€72,000), NEXTKananga is built on manageable risk, rapid cashflow, and a high probability of long-term success.
We are not building castles in the air.
We are building a solid house—stone by stone—starting with a profitable core to securely and sustainably realize our long-term social vision.
With your support, you help us take the first decisive step toward creating a place where the future begins:
CLEAN. SOCIAL. SUSTAINABLE.
If you’d like to find out more, visit www.nextkananga.de or email us at [email protected]
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REALISTIC PHASED STRATEGY FOR NEXTKananga
Based on an Initial Investment of PHP 5 Million (≈ €72,115 as of 24 December 2025)
PHASE 1 – CASHFLOW CORE (0–12 Months)
Total Investment:
PHP 5,000,000 (Philippine Pesos) ≈ €72,000
Phase 1 focuses on establishing a lean, profitable core that generates fast and reliable cashflow while serving essential daily needs in the local community.
1. Mini Drugstore (OTC – Over-the-Counter Products, Personal Care & Baby Items)
Size:
60–80 sqm
Concept:
- Not a full assortment
- Focus on fast-moving everyday essentials
Costs:
- Fit-out & POS: PHP 900,000 ≈ €13,000
- Initial inventory: PHP 1,500,000 ≈ €21,500
- Licenses & IT: PHP 200,000 ≈ €2,900
Total Investment:
➡ Approx. PHP 2.6 million (≈ €37,500)
Expected Returns:
- Monthly profit: approx. PHP 90,000–120,000
(≈ €1,300–€1,700)
2. Food Light – Not a Full Restaurant Yet
Concept:
- One professional kitchen
- 5–7 popular dishes
- High throughput
- Lean staffing
Costs:
- Kitchen & equipment: PHP 800,000 ≈ €11,500
- Initial operations: PHP 300,000 ≈ €4,300
Total Investment:
➡ Approx. PHP 1.1 million (≈ €15,800)
Expected Returns:
- Monthly profit: approx. PHP 80,000–120,000
(≈ €1,150–€1,700)
3. Water Refill Station
Characteristics:
- Very low investment cost
- Extremely stable demand
Costs:
➡ PHP 300,000 (≈ €4,300)
Expected Returns:
- Monthly profit: approx. PHP 50,000–70,000
(≈ €700–€1,000)
4. Reserve / Working Capital
To ensure smooth operations and cover unforeseen expenses:
➡ PHP 1.0 million (≈ €14,400)
PHASE 1 – TOTAL COSTS
Item
Mini Drugstore
2,600,000 PHP
Food Light
1,100,000 PHP
Water Refill Station
300,000 PHP
Reserve / Working Capital
1,000,000 PHP
TOTAL
5,000,000 PHP = €72,000
RESULT OF PHASE 1
Estimated Monthly Net Cashflow:
- Mini Drugstore: ~PHP 100,000 (≈ €1,400)
- Food Light: ~PHP 100,000 (≈ €1,400)
- Water Refill Station: ~PHP 60,000 (≈ €865)
➡ Approx. PHP 260,000 per month (≈ €3,750)
➡ Approx. PHP 3.1 million per year (≈ €44,750)
Capital could potentially double within 18–20 months.
PHASE 2 – EXPANSION FROM CASHFLOW (Months 12–24)
Phase 2 is not financed by new external capital, but through:
- Retained earnings
- Ongoing cashflow
- Possibly a small local loan or donations
Potential Expansions:
- Upgrade the mini drugstore to a full-scale operation
- Establish a real restaurant
- Add laundry and/or car wash services
- Organize light community events
Overall risk continues to decrease.
PHASE 3 – THE FULL NEXTKananga PROJECT (Months 24–36)
Planned elements include:
- Supermarket
- Sports & event arena
- Apartments
- Larger community events
- Strategic partners and investors
At this stage, the project is supported by real numbers, proven cashflow, and strong negotiating power.
Financial Goal
Maintain a stable monthly net cashflow of at least PHP 200,000 (≈ €2,900)
As long as this level is achieved, the project remains secure, scalable, and flexible in timing.
Conclusion
With an initial investment of PHP 5 million (€72,000), NEXTKananga achieves:
- Manageable and controlled risk
- Rapid and stable cashflow
- Strong operational control
- A significantly higher probability of long-term success
This phased strategy creates a solid economic foundation for sustainable growth and long-term community impact.
If you’d like to find out more, visit www.nextkananga.de or email us at [email protected]