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SID and ChildFund wrap up transformative program in East Sumba after two decades After 20 years of rural community development, Sumba Integrated Development (SID) and ChildFund International in Indonesia officially concluded their assistance program across seven villages in Nggaha Ori Angu, East Sumba. Over the course of… Waingapu.com • 18 May 2026 West Sumba hosts NTT Kindergarten Teachers Association anniversary celebrations West Sumba is hosting the provincial celebrations for the Indonesian Kindergarten Teachers Association (IGTKI) anniversary from May 18 to 20, 2026. The events are ahead of the official May 22 anniversary date to accommodate… Radio Republik Indonesia • 18 May 2026 Indonesian National Armed Forces and farmers team up in East Sumba to boost rice harvest and drive food security A local territorial defence management officer, Serma Daniel Umbu Ndawa, directly assisted farmers with the rice harvest in Kaliuda Village, East Sumba, to support regional food security. The officer helped operate a modern combine… SERGAP.CO.ID • 18 May 2026 Children’s novel “The Mystery of the Ancient Mamoli” highlights Sumba’s culture and history Children's book author Agnes Bemoe presents her novel Misteri Mamoli Kuno (The Mystery of the Ancient Mamoli), a book designed to introduce children to the unique history and culture of Sumba, during an RRI… Radio Republik Indonesia • 18 May 2026 Rising fuel surcharges may pose a potential threat to East Sumba tourism Following a spike in national jet fuel prices to IDR 29,116 per liter on May 1, 2026, the Ministry of Transportation authorized airlines to charge a fuel surcharge up to 50% above the price… Waingapu.com • 15 May 2026 Telkomsel and GSrek Indonesia Team Up to Deliver Critical Water and Power Infrastructure to Sumba Schools The "Homecoming Sumba 2026" charity tour brought together Telkomsel and 81 riders from GSrek Indonesia to deliver vital infrastructure and educational aid to rural Sumba from April 26 to May 2, 2026. The team… AFTERMARKETPLUS.id • 15 May 2026 Bali-Sumba Maritime Corridor Study Commences The Ministry of Transportation initiated a feasibility study for a dedicated "Maritime Corridor" connecting Bali and Sumba via high-speed luxury ferry service. This aims to provide an alternative to air travel, allowing for the transport of larger expedition gear and promoting a slower, scenic travel experience. Tempo.co • 15 May 2026 Indonesia Records Significant Increase in International Arrivals for Q2 Data released in May indicates that Indonesia has seen a 12% year-over-year increase in international arrivals throughout the second quarter of 2026. This surge is driven by the success of "digital nomad" visa programs and sustained interest from luxury travelers in off-the-beaten-path destinations like Sumba. BPS (Statistics Indonesia) • 5 May 2026 Indonesia to launch 2026 Tourism Safety Program to bolster standards Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is launching the "2026 Tourism Safety Program" to standardize and strengthen safety, risk mitigation, and emergency response across the country's destinations. The program aims to adapt to a global paradigm… ANTARA • 2 May 2026 New Sustainable Boutique Hotels Open in East Sumba The opening of three new eco-conscious boutique properties in the Waingapu region was announced. These hotels emphasize local architecture and low-carbon footprints, catering to affluent eco-tourists who prefer Sumba's rugged eastern coast for its untouched coral reefs and quiet beaches. Sumba Sands • 28 Apr 2026 ↑