ABSTRACT
Human elements are the greatest levers of societal transformation as they provide two-edged effects for the society. While on the one hand, it can lead to societal transformation, on the other, it can lead to the under-development of the society. However, this is a function of the manner in which it is harnessed and utilized. A society that places emphasis on human capital development creates the conditions for sustainable development. In human development, the individuals are the focus of development effort. It looks beyond economic growth and enlarges the social, economic, cultural, and political choices of individuals. This entails that the focal individuals’ needs are captured in the process of sustainable development (UNDP 2006).
