🧱 A Strong Wall, A Stronger Future
- A 150-metre boulder seawall has been completed to protect Lakeba Hospital and its surroundings from coastal erosion.
- This delivers much-needed safety and peace of mind for the local community.
🌊 Honouring a Vision
- The project is a tribute to the late Hon. Vatimi Rayalu, whose vision inspired the initiative.
- His commitment now stands as a physical barrier against climate-driven damage.
💸 Investment in Resilience
- Funded by the Fijian Government through the Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways with a budget of $250,000.
- Led by the Director for Waterways, Mr. Marau Vuli, who emphasized Lakeba’s vulnerability to climate change.
🌍 Beyond Lakeba
- Part of a broader strategy to protect Fiji’s infrastructure, including homes, schools, hospitals, and coastlines.
- A clear example of climate adaptation in action: “This is what action looks like.”
