Kabwum station glows with new Mini Hydro Power

27 Aug 2025 Hamilton Aguzi

On August 25, 2025, the Kabwum District marked a significant milestone with the successful connection of a mini hydro power system to the Kabwum Station Church and the District Directorโ€™s house. This achievement brings reliable electricity to the church and its leadership, enhancing their ability to serve the community.

The mini hydro power system, owned by Justin Andon, a local resident of mixed Bougainville and Morobe (Kabwum) heritage, was made possible through a collaborative effort. Pastor Hamilton Aguzi, the Kabwum District Director, recognized the need for a stable power supply to support church operations and the District Directorโ€™s residence. After discussing the churchโ€™s mission and operations with Mr. Andon, he graciously agreed to share the power generated by his mini hydro system with the church for a modest fee of K100 per month.

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