Ben Waleilia

Ben Waleilia

environmentalist Solomon Islands

Ben Waleilia is a dedicated community leader from Oibola village in the Solomon Islands, renowned for his grassroots efforts to restore and protect mangrove forests. At 59 years old, he has planted over 16,000 mangrove seedlings, actively combating the degradation of vital coastal ecosystems that provide essential resources and protect against rising sea levels. His passion for environmental conservation was ignited in 2017, leading him to establish nurseries and advocate for sustainable practices within his community. Waleilia's work not only aims to rebuild the mangrove ecosystem but also to inspire younger generations to cherish and protect their natural environment.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
28,912
Power
1,150$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 9.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 28,912 $2,700,000 1,150$
Totals 1 67,886,011 28,912 $2,700,000 1,150$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Waleilia is leading a grassroots campaign to restore and protect mangroves in the Solomon Islands. 9

The Guardian: ‘I couldn’t watch the forests vanish’: the man restoring Solomon Islands’ vital mangroves | Solomon Islands