Nukunukumotu celebrates sanitation project launch

The Nukunukumotu island community today celebrated the launch of its sanitation project.

Minister for Environment (Ministry of MEIDECC) Poasi Tei launched the project, along with CEO Paula Ma'u and CEO's of Tourism Emeline Tu'ita and Fisheries CEO Dr. Tu’ikolongahau Halafihi.

The project was funded by the Tonga R2R Project under UNDP/GEF.

Staff of the Environment Department, led by Acting CEO Mafile'o Ongosia Masi and R2R Project Manager Ta'hirih Fifita Hokafonu were on hand to witness the event, with members of the Nukunukumotu community and guests.

The sanitation project included the construction of two de-compost toilets and water tanks to help the community.

 

Photo by Tonga R2R Media