[4] The plan was very controversial, and involved transmigrating many villages that were located in the area and flooded after the construction of the Afobaka Dam.

Both towns lack a proper city centre, and will be redevelopment in the early 21st century.

In the rainforest of Brokopondo, there are large reserves where a diverse variety of wildlife exists.

The 60 square km Brinckheuvel Nature Reserve is also located in the District and was established in 1966.

In 1960, a palm oil plantation was based in Phedra,[9] however the Surinamese Interior War and lethal yellowing resulted in the closure of the factory in Victoria, Klaaskreek in 1996.