The Ministry of Housing has announced that residents of the Cuvu Settlement in Sigatoka will receive their long-awaited lease titles in 2024.

This marks a significant milestone for 105 households with greater security and ownership of their homes.

To ensure accessibility and inclusivity, application letters will be hand-delivered directly to each household within the Cuvu settlement from 17th February 2024.

This approach eliminates potential barriers faced by residents who may lack access to online resources or traditional communication channels.

The Ministry will be establishing a temporary base in Cuvu for two weekends.

This initiative aims to provide direct support in completing and collecting application forms.

Ministry representatives will be readily available to guide applicants through the process, answer questions, and receive completed forms on-site. Upon registration, applicants will be provided with a copy of their form for their reference.

The Ministry of Housing has a transparent process that ensure fairness and adherence to established criteria outlined in the Lot Allocation Policy.

Successful applicants will then receive official offer letters in July 2024, marking a pivotal moment in their journey towards securing land ownership.

The Coalition Government through the Ministry of Housing will continue to explore opportunities to enhance home ownership through the provision of affordable, decent and safe housing for all citizens.

The Ministry is working closely with the Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources, iTaukei Land Trust Board, Water Authority of Fiji, Fiji Roads Authority and other stakeholders to assist vulnerable and informal communities with the provision of better roads, efficient and effective utility services and home ownership.

By providing lease titles to the Cuvu Settlement residents, the Fiji Government is not only fulfilling its commitment to secure land tenure but also empowering individuals and families to build a brighter future.

For more information members of the public can contact:
Manasa Lesuma
Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Housing
Email: [email protected]

Source: Fiji Government