BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
ROAD projects in Isabel Province are progressing well following the procurement of heavy machinery to support ongoing infrastructure development across the province.
Member of the Isabel Provincial Executive, Nathaniel Gudfraede, said machines for the construction of the Koge to Koregu road project are now stationed at Kaevanga awaiting an official groundbreaking ceremony before work begins.
He said the Tholana to Haevo road project is also making steady progress.
“Tholana/Haevo road has reached close to Salio at the moment. We are anticipating the road to reach Haevo before the end of this year,” he said.
According to Gudfraede, the Garaga road project is also advancing well and has now entered the stage where gravel is being laid on the road.
The road developments are seen as a major step forward for Isabel Province, the longest island in Solomon Islands yet without proper road access linking communities across the island.
Poor road access continues to make travel difficult for people while also slowing economic growth and limiting access to essential services and markets.
The need for improved infrastructure has become increasingly important as the province continues to experience large-scale logging activities and the emergence of mining operations.
Communities have raised concerns over the environmental risks associated with logging and mining, particularly pollution from chemicals used in the industries, which could threaten local livelihoods and natural resources.
Provincial leaders believe improved road access will help connect communities, improve transportation, and support economic opportunities for people throughout the province.
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