Mokani Villagers in Tailevu will now have a more safer and secure environment at night after the commissioning of $12,000 worth of 30 solar flood lights funded by the New Zealand High Commission and the village youth group.
20 solar lights have been funded by the New Zealand High Commission while 10 solar lights of $4000 have been funded by the youth group.
While commissioning the project at the Mokani Village, Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru says these lights will not only enhance the safety and security of the neighborhood but will also serve as a symbol of unity and progress as the initiatives and capabilities of the youth signifies their determination and perseverance.
He says the tireless efforts of the youths will bring positive change.
He says the project represents more than just a technological advancement or an infrastructural improvement but also stands as a beacon of hope, illuminating the possibilities that lie ahead for the communities.
Saukuru further says such initiatives demonstrate that change begins with the determination of a few individuals who refuse to access the status.
New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Fiji Charlotte Darlow says the installation of solar flood lights in various strategic locations within the village will contribute vastly towards improving the quality of life for Mokani community members.
The commissioner and the minister also commended the youth club for their collective efforts and commitment through their fundraising drives to procure additional solar lights to cover all corners of the village, ensuring a safer and greener Mokani for all and their remarkable efforts in establishing the project.
Meanwhile, Mokani youth group president Salaseini Waibasaga Vueti acknowledged the New Zealand High Commission for their foresight and assistance towards the project.
She says despite the challenges encountered during the COVID-19 it didn’t deter their mission to improve the quality of life for their villagers.
