BY CHRIS ALEX

Residents of Rumahui village in West Makira have expressed gratitude as preparations are underway for the construction of a new telecommunications tower in their area.

Speaking to Island Sun, local resident, Meddy shared the community’s appreciation for the development, describing it as a long-awaited service that will significantly improve daily life in the remote area.

“We’re very happy with this new initiative. Communication is one of the most important things in our daily living. It is a key component for development, especially in rural and remote communities like ours,” he said.

Meddy explained that Rumahui and its surrounding villages in West Makira have struggled for years with poor or no access to reliable communication networks, often leaving them isolated from the rest of the province and the country.

“Now that we are expecting this tower, we feel connected already. This is a big step forward for our community,” he added.

Villagers are now working diligently to prepare the site for construction. According to Meddy, groundwork for the tower’s foundation has commenced, and they are currently waiting for building materials to arrive so full construction can begin.

Once completed, the tower is expected to enhance mobile and internet connectivity for Rumahui and nearby communities, improving access to essential services such as education, health care, emergency response, and business opportunities.

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