In just a few days, 83-year-old Satya Wati will have to pack up and leave the only home she has ever known. Along with at least 200 other families living in the Nabua Muslim League settlement in Suva, she received eviction notices on November 28. Wati expressed her heartache, saying, “I should have died before seeing this day,” as she struggles to understand her next steps and where she will reside.
Many in the community are feeling the weight of this news, describing it as “the worst Christmas” they could have imagined. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka acknowledged that the land belongs to the Fiji Muslim League, while assuring residents that the government would provide assistance to those affected.
This tough situation highlights the challenges many face when it comes to housing security, especially during a time that many consider to be a season of joy. There is hope that the government’s support will help ease the transition for the displaced families and provide them with resources they need to find new homes. It serves as a reminder of the importance of community and resilience during difficult times.
Summary: An eviction notice has left 83-year-old Satya Wati and over 200 other families from the Nabua Muslim League settlement facing uncertainty about their future, just in time for Christmas. While expressing deep sorrow over the situation, local authorities promise government support to help residents navigate their next steps.
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