BY SYLVANA TEKUMAHA
Member of Parliament for West Guadalcanal, Mary Daniella Zae Garu has called for stronger support for agriculture, women and youth and coordination.
She made call whilst contributing to the Sine Die Motion in parliament last week.
Garu stressed that there needs to be stronger support in the agricultural sector given that it is the backbone of the country’s economy.
“If government can help our rural people, people can be financially stable even at the rural level,” she said.
Garu also raised that women and youths need to be empowered for they are drivers of growth, noting the social issues young people involve in and the need for improvement in this area.
She added that there also needs to be improved coordination between the government, provinces and communities, including strengthening chiefly systems and community policing to maintain peace in the village
Garu further recommended the establishment of an agriculture bank to support farmers, fishermen and foresters, saying access to affordable finance remains a major challenge.
“Commercial banks do not suit rural realities, and an agriculture-focused bank can help farmers move from subsistence to commercial production,” she said.
She said this investment can empower people, strengthen food security, create employment and build a resilient economy.
“To the people of West Guadalcanal, I reaffirm my commitment to continue working with you, listening to you, and advocating for a development that truly improves lives.
“I am proud to say that the GNUT Government have included the Lambi road for tar sealing in the 2026 national infrastructure budget. This is a great achievement for West Guadalcanal,” she said.
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