Member for South Bougainville

The volcano's activity has been impacting the Torokina, Wakunai, and Kunua/Keriaka districts in South, Central and North Bougainville. 
 
According to initial reports received by the Member’s office, the eruption began on 7th of July with a mild eruption, accompanied by ash and lava flows affecting villages at the base of the volcano. 
 
Minister Masiu said as the days pass by, nearly 8000 people in the villages of Tsito, Vuakovi, Koromaketo, Kenaya, Longkagari, Piva and Atsinima would be affected. 
 

The committee comprises of the chairman and chief executive officer of the South Bougainville District Development Authority, Peter Kamai, district financial manager, Martin Taneko, justice, law and order representative, Chris Kena, community representative Conrad Kauma and a women’s representative yet to be appointed.  

The committee has jurisdiction to undertake procurements not exceeding K2.5 million for the District Development Authority.

Member for South Bougainville, Timothy Masiu, has confidence in the committee.