The CLMO retreat is certain to deliver improved outcomes, reducing errors and boosting efficiencies.
PORT VILA, MARCH 28: The Customary Land Management Office (CLMO) has been facing significant challenges in implementing its Act due to the lack of human resources for the past decade.
This setback has hindered the CLMO's efforts to support decentralization and provide effective land management services to all 76 area councils.
However, the Customary Land Management Office has taken proactive steps to address these issues during a two-week retreat held at the Breakers Resort.
The retreat aimed to review the entire structure of the CLMO, with a particular focus on the Bill for Land Reform [Amendment] Act.
The amendment review will enable the CLMO to prioritize custom ownership determination and registry of ownership and user rights, ensuring a more efficient and transparent land management process.
Nalwang John, acting National Coordinator of the Customary Land Management Office, acknowledged the challenges faced by the office in the issuance of green certificates for the last ten years.