On June 30, 2026, the Ghumu community celebrated the
official handover of their new footpath project.
This
vital rural infrastructure was co-funded by the Ngella
Constituency Office and the People’s Republic of China
(PRC).
“The project involved construction of a
durable pedestrian footpath about 300 meters through swamp
terrain and dense forest, providing safe and reliable access
for women, youth, and farmers,” Constituency Development
Officer (CDO) Robert Manebona said.
He added that the
new pathway connects Ghumu to nearby communities, schools,
health centres, and markets, strengthening community ties
and boosting rural trade.
Member of Parliament
Honourable Choylin Yim Douglas and a representative from the
PRC Embassy, Counsellor Zhao officially handed over the
footpath to the community.
During the ceremony, MP
Douglas and the PRC representative Counsellor Zhao
emphasized the importance of partnership in delivering
projects that directly improve rural lives.
Community
leaders expressed gratitude for the support, noting that the
footpath will reduce travel time, enhance safety during the
rainy season, and create new opportunities for education,
marketing, and networking.
“The Ghumu Footpath
Project symbolizes friendship and cooperation between the
People’s Republic of China and the people of the Solomon
Islands, reflecting Ngella Constituency’s commitment to
rural development and empowerment,” CDO Manebona
added.
Mr. Manebona, on behalf of the constituency
office and communities, thanked PRC for the generous support
and looks forward to more support and collaboration in the
future.
The Ngella Constituency provided hardware
materials, freight, and labor, amounting to approximately
$300,000 under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF)
program while the PRC contributed $100,000.
The
footpath serves a population of about 1,000 people in the
area.
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