RELEASE : There was good reason for the Salua village community on Manono Is. to be in high mood today, Wednesday 28 June 2023, at the end of work on their Primary School reconstruction project.
Salua village have much to thank Japan’s Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP) for a grant of about SAT$522,000 that largely covered the cost of the construction.
The project was largely funded with a grant of USD 197,313 (approximately) through.
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Samoa, H.E. Mr. SENTA Keisuke handed over the new school building to the School Committee.
The new Salua Primary School stands as a testament to Japan’s dedication to supporting human security and fostering sustainable development around the world.
Through its GGP, the Government of Japan aims to uplift local communities including remote islands and create positive impacts on the lives of people, particularly children at the grass-roots level.
As a long-standing supporter of education, Japan has continuously assisted in the sector and the new project for Salua Primary School is an added milestone in Japan’s ongoing support and cooperation towards the social and economic developments of Samoa.