The national telecommunications rollout is progressing well, with the Government targeting the completion of 161 towers by August this year.
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Communication and Aviation, Alwyn Danitofea, revealed this during a press conference with local media yesterday.
Mr Danitofea said 115 telecommunications towers have already been completed across the country, with remaining works ongoing in parts of Makira and Temotu.
“As of now, we have completed 115 towers, and construction is continuing in the eastern part of the country. Our target is to reach 161 towers by August,” he said.
He said that while physical construction is largely complete in some areas, teams are still working on installing and configuring telecommunications equipment to bring the towers fully online.
The project is being managed by Solomon Tower Limited, which is overseeing implementation to ensure efficiency and timely delivery.
Mr Danitofea said the expansion of telecommunications infrastructure is critical to improve connectivity, particularly in remote and underserved areas.
“This project will significantly improve communication services across the country and ensure more people have access to reliable connectivity,” he said.
He added that once completed, the rollout will support economic activities, improve access to information, and enhance service delivery in rural communities.
The Ministry is optimistic that the project will be completed on schedule, with final checks to be carried out to ensure all infrastructure meets required standards before official handover.
Source: https://theislandsun.com.sb/rollout-of-161-towers-nears-completion/
