The Government of Japan officially handed over five new vehicles to the Samoa Water Authority (SWA), reaffirming its commitment to supporting Samoa’s development and the well-being of its people.
The five Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 vehicles, funded under Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP), will significantly enhance SWA’s operational capacity to deliver safe and reliable water services across Samoa.
A handover ceremony was held at the SWA Vaitele compound earlier today (18 September), attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Samoa, H.E. Mr. Senta Keisuke, the Minister of Works, Transport and Infrastructure, Hon. Olo Fiti Afoa Vaai, and distinguished guests, marking a milestone in the ongoing partnership between Japan and Samoa.
The vehicles, valued at USD 201,288 (approximately SAT 587,000), are part of a broader effort by the Government of Japan to improve the efficiency, reliability, and overall performance of water management across Samoa, including urban, rural, and Savai’i areas.
Japan’s GGP programme embodies Japan’s commitment to fostering human security and is a symbol of cooperation between Japan and Samoa, working together to address critical water management challenges and improve the quality of life for all Samoans.
