A weeklong awareness and consultation on the Customary Land Recording process including the Government Policy on land was concluded in Western Province over the weekend.
“A team from the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Survey conducted awareness and consultations in Rarumana, Munda and Gizo last week, gathering representatives from the Provincial Members, Community Leaders, Elders and Chiefs, Youth, Women and Customary landholding group members.
“The team also held a special meeting on the customary land recording process including government policies for stakeholders of Patubasioto customary land on Parara Island where customary land recording is currently being prepared for actual recording in October.
"It is time to move forward and record our land for the benefit of our future generations.” A female participant said at the meeting in Rarumana. “
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