Building materials for the reconstruction work on a dental clinic at Atoifi Adventist Hospital, Solomon Islands, arrived in Atoifi on February 2.
The materials, including electrical and plumbing items and dental equipment, were transported inside a 12-metre container and arrived by barge from Honiara. This was the final logistical hurdle prior to commencing construction.
The dental clinic is being funded by Dr Genna Levitch, a dentist, and his son-in-law, Tim Edwards, from Australia. The funds have been channelled through ADRA Australia and will be administered by ADRA Solomon Islands.
The clinic will feature two dental chairs, a reception area, a staff room, a lab and a sterilising room. It will be operated by Atoifi Hospital and will serve communities in East Kwaio and other parts of Malaita region.
The project is expected to be completed by March 28.
