BY CHRIS ALEX
Team-Three from Western province has made history by becoming the first group to finish their fieldwork for the Household and Income Survey (HIES) 2024-2025, wrapping up their final Enumeration Area (EA) in Ringgi.
Their achievement comes well ahead of other teams nationwide, with most provinces expected to complete their work by October 2025, a statement by the Statistics office (SINSO) yesterday said.
Team leader Radley Kuve expressed a mix of relief and pride after completing the challenging survey.
“At the start, I wasn’t sure how I’d manage the responsibility, but as we went along, I learned how to handle the pressures and keep the team on track.
“Now that we’re almost done, I can finally sleep a little better,” Kuve reflected.
Despite the fieldwork being finished, Kuve and his team are still coordinating final data from their final Enumeration Area and await feedback before they can fully conclude their efforts.
However, the team’s swift progress highlights their dedication and effective management in the face of difficult conditions.
As Team Three returns to Marovo, their success underscores the resilience of the group, who navigated complex logistics to complete the national survey with precision.
Meanwhile, Team Two has also been making significant strides, recently reaching the smallest Enumeration Area in their survey on Kolombangara Island.
Team Leader Bryce Kanavari emphasized the importance of every single household in the survey, noting, “Every house matters, and we’re grateful that we didn’t need to replace any.”
The HIES survey, a vital national initiative, is expected to provide key insights into the living standards and economic conditions across Solomon Islands, with data collected set to shape future policy decisions.
As the teams continue their work, the successful completion of Team Three’s enumeration stands as a key milestone in the process, signaling the critical role this survey will play in improving the livelihoods of Solomon Islanders.
Photo : SINSO
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