By RODRICK DESURI
Auki
The Kilu’ufi improvement facility is expected to be handed over at the end of this month.
This follows an inspection of the building by a team from the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) on April 16.
According to engineer MacLean Iro the facility will be handed over to the Ministry of Health and Medical Services before the official handover, which is scheduled for mid-June this year or later.
He said the installation of medical equipment and training for the nurses are also in progress.
“Installation of medical equipment is in progress, along with training for the nurses on how to use the equipment. The soft component training for selected medical staff will be in May 2026,” he said.
Iro said that bad weather and delays in material procurement have become issues.
“One of the major challenges faced is the weather conditions, along with delays in receiving construction materials from overseas.
“Materials first arrive in Honiara before being shipped to Auki, contributing to the setbacks,” he said.
The improvement of Kilu’ufi Hospital in Malaita aims to transform the facility into a modern, resilient, and comprehensive regional hospital by 2026.
The facility will be provided with upgraded with a new delivery unit, advanced operating theatres, improved sanitation, stable power and water supply, and reduced patient referrals to Honiara.
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