BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
A high-level delegation from the Embassy of Japan (EoJ), UNICEF and the Solomon Islands Government (SIG) will visit Western province next week.
The visit is part of “The Project for Nutrition Improvement through School Meals,” which is being implemented in Isabel and Western Provinces to improve children’s health, school attendance and learning outcomes through proper nutrition.
The delegation will pay a courtesy call on Western Province Premier Billy Veo upon arrival on Monday, July 14, 2025.
The team will also visit key institutions in Gizo, including the Gizo Hospital, the Provincial Education Office and the Agriculture Division of the Western Provincial Government.
On Tuesday, the delegation will travel to schools participating in the project.
These include RC Nicolson College in South Vella La Vella and Patupaele Community High School in North Kolombangara.
The school meal program is a collaborative effort aimed at improving nutritional standards for students while also boosting agricultural production and promoting healthy eating habits.
It also looks at supporting the local economy by sourcing produce from nearby communities.
The visit signifies the joint commitment of international and national partners to advance education and health outcomes for children in rural communities.
Furthermore, the visit highlights the importance of strong collaboration between government agencies, development partners and communities to ensure the project’s long-term success.
It is expected to bring fresh insights and further strengthen coordination among stakeholders involved in the school meal initiative.
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