[Published on Friday, March 6, 2026]
BY JUNELYN KELLY
People of Hirolegu and Susubona in Isabel province are celebrating a major milestone; a commissioned rehabilitated water systems through the SOLKAS (Solomon Islands Knowledge-Action-Sustainability) project bringing clean, reliable water to approximately 700 people.
This initiative marks the end of year of water shortages, particularly during dry seasons which often forced children to miss schools.
A statement from Save the Children on Monday this week said Hirolegu now boasts of 7 community standpipes including 2 for schools and Susubona will benefit from 14 community standpipes with 2 for the health centre.
“This support is life changing especially for women who have carried the burden of fetching water”, Ms. Vagilyn Vasula, Mothers Group Leader said.
“Students now have access to water and no longer go home just to drink or fetch it”, Hirolegu Head Teacher Mr. Etile Manehei said.
Chief Nelson Manetei from Susubona said they must sustain these systems for their families and children.
He said this achievement extends beyond infrastructure, fostering stronger health, resilience and community unity.
The Solomon Islands Knowledge-Action-Sustainability for resilient Village project (SOLKAS) aims to rebuild climate resilience and is primarily funded by Green Climate Fund (GCF) with core financing from the Governments of Australia, New Zealand, and the Solomon Islands Government.
Photo credit- Save the Children, SI
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