The Minister for Youth and Sports Honorable Jese Saukuru , along with his delegation, visited Vunisea Kadavu to present their sevusevu to the Provincial Administrator Mr. Joji Waqata and Civil Servants today (23:08:23). The sevusevu is a traditional Fijian practice of presenting a gift, usually in the form of yaqona (kava), to show respect and seek permission to enter a village or community.
Minister Saukuru and his delegation were warmly welcomed by the Provincial Administrators and Civil Servants in Vunisea Kadavu. They were received with a traditional Fijian ceremony, which included the presentation of the sevusevu.
During the ceremony, the Minister of Youth and Sports Honorable Jese Saukuru expressed his gratitude for the warm reception and thanked the Provincial Administrators and Civil Servants for their support in promoting youth and sports development in the region. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government and local communities in empowering the youth and promoting sports activities.
The Minister also took the opportunity to discuss various initiatives and programs that the government is implementing to support youth development and enhance sports infrastructure in the province. He highlighted the government's commitment to providing opportunities for young people to excel in sports and contribute to the overall development of Fiji.
The Provincial Administrators and Civil Servants expressed their appreciation for the Minister's visit and assured him of their continued support in fostering youth and sports development in Vunisea Kadavu. They acknowledged the importance of such initiatives in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among the youth and fostering community engagement.
The sevusevu ceremony served as a symbol of respect and unity between the government and the local community. It provided an opportunity for the Minister of Youth and Sports Honorable Jese Saukuru and his delegation to engage with the Provincial Administrator and Civil Servants and strengthen partnerships for the betterment of youth and sports in Vunisea Kadavu.