Mala-i-tolo Guardianship Trust Connects Eight Malaita Schools with Internet and Computers

The Mala-i-tolo Guardianship Trust has successfully completed Starlink internet installations and laptop deliveries to eight schools across Malaita Province this week, improving school digital access for students in rural areas.

The outreach began on Tuesday, with the installation of Starlink satellite internet systems at Maoro and Gwaidingale schools. On Wednesday, the team delivered ten laptops and completed Starlink installation at Faumamanu School.

Thursday saw the team travel north to Adaua School and Arnon Atomea Secondary School, where they continued installations. On Friday, the final phase of the week’s work was completed with Starlink installed at Kilusakwalo School, 15 new laptops delivered to Aligegeo School, and a final stop at Auki High School to install internet and deliver three laptops.

The initiative has brought new opportunities for remote schools that have long faced challenges due to lack of internet and modern learning equipment.

Principal Selwyn Bare of Adaua School described the upgrade as a life-changing moment for the school.
“Mala-i-tolo has taken a real step that will change our school’s life,” he said. “One big problem we had was poor internet. Adaua is in a remote area, and our students always struggled to find information online. This help is just right. It will fix a big challenge we’ve had for years.”

Faumamanu School’s Principal, John Junior Alasina, also expressed his gratitude.
“Our school is far from town, and it is hard for students and teachers to get information. This has been a big problem for us for many years. We are happy that Mala-i-tolo is helping us now,” he said. “We will continue to work together with them to support our students.”

David Subu, a representative of Mala-i-tolo, emphasized their commitment to improving education in Malaita.
“We saw the problem and decided to step in to help,” he said. “We have done our part, and now it is your turn to take care of the equipment and use it well—especially for the students and the school.”

Mr. Subu also acknowledged LiteHaus International, the organization that donated the laptops distributed during the week.
“We thank LiteHaus for their support. Their donation made it possible for us to deliver these resources to the schools,” he added.

The Mala-i-tolo Guardianship Trust is a local organization focused on supporting schools through technology and cultural education. They are currently partnering with over 10 schools in Malaita Province, working to bridge the digital divide and empower communities through access to reliable internet and educational tools.

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