Clean water reaches 89 communities in Fiji

A significant initiative by the Fijian government has brought clean water access to more than 13,000 individuals residing in 89 rural and maritime communities. The Government’s Groundwater Assistance Program has successfully completed the drilling of 95 boreholes, directly addressing a fundamental need for thousands of people.

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The program was helping meet a basic need for thousands of people.

Paula Cirikiyasawa, Permanent Secretary for Lands, highlighted the program's success in meeting this basic necessity. She noted that the implementation of new groundwater mapping technology has been crucial in enhancing the accuracy of locating underground water sources, thereby increasing the success rates of drilling operations.

Lands Minister Filimoni Vosarogo echoed these sentiments, stating that providing access to safe water remains a key priority for his ministry. He explained that the advanced mapping technology enables the geological teams to identify suitable drilling sites more effectively, optimizing resource allocation and project outcomes.

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Access to safe water remains a priority for the Ministry.

Community members have reportedly welcomed the projects, recognizing the substantial benefits reliable water access brings to their daily lives. Jonati Railala, Acting Manager of Geological Services, shared that consistent access to water is improving the quality of life for many families. The Ministry is also actively collaborating with private drilling contractors to bolster its capacity, a partnership expected to yield more successful borehole projects in the coming years.

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Communities have welcomed the projects and the benefits they bring. He says reliable access to water is improving daily life for many families.