BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
THE recovery process in Sasamuga, Choiseul Province, is progressing well as residents work to rebuild their lives following the destruction caused by Cyclone Maila.
Chairman of the Sasamuga Disaster Committee, Tani Kiko, said the community has shown resilience and determination in recovering from the disaster that severely affected livelihoods and infrastructure.
He said recovery efforts are already underway, with most residents returning to their normal activities while some families continue to require assistance to fully recover.
“At the moment, 90 percent of the residents are now going back to what they used to do. They are replanting their gardens and rebuilding some of the buildings that were destroyed during the cyclone,” Kiko said.
He said the community has received ongoing support from non-governmental organisations, donor partners and other stakeholders who continue to visit Sasamuga to assess areas where assistance is needed.
Kiko said, several development projects have also been approved to support the community’s recovery and long-term development.
“So far, Sasamuga community has secured new projects, including new market houses. We also thank the Australian Government for providing one major project. Our solar farm project has already been implemented and is now up and running,” he said.
Kiko said the recovery process has brought renewed hope to the community, with residents committed to rebuilding stronger and improving their resilience against future disasters.
He acknowledged the support provided by development partners and government agencies, saying their contributions have played a vital role in helping the community recover from the impacts of Cyclone Maila.
Despite the positive progress, Kiko noted that some households are still facing challenges and will continue to need support as recovery efforts move forward.
Cyclone Maila caused widespread damage across parts of Choiseul Province earlier this year, destroying homes, food gardens and community infrastructure. However, community leaders say the determination of local residents and assistance from partners have helped accelerate the recovery process.
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