Rifya Rusdi, one of the women reported in a criminalization case while protesting to defend the existence of Indigenous communities in Sagea and Kiya Villages, North Weda District, in Indonesia, confirmed that she, along with Sulastri Mahmud and Ua Lada Ridwan, has been singled out as the masterminds behind the protests rejecting nickel mining in Central Halmahera Regency. Initially, according to Rusdi, only she and Mahmud were accused of masterminding the demonstrations. In reality, all Indigenous community members had gathered to demand that the government revoke the permits of the nickel mining company currently operating in Sagea and Kiya. "It is true—Sulastri, Ua Lada, and I have been summoned again. Our names are listed in the carbon copy of the Notice of Commencement of Investigation (SPDP). This investigative process attempts to criminalize residents who oppose mining activities in this region. This legal process clearly shows bias toward corporate interests, criminalizing citizens who defend their homeland and living space. This sets a terrible precedent for enforcing democracy and protecting the environment and nature in this country. Because of this, I have been threatened multiple times," Rusdi said. She also stated that, so far, numerous threatening narratives have deliberately targeted her as...

The breathtaking beauty of Bokimoruru Cave, one of Halmahera Island’s longest and most remarkable karst cave systems, faces growing threats from expanding nickel mining in the surrounding region in Indonesia. Located in Sagea Village, North Weda District, Central Halmahera Regency, North Maluku Province, Bokimoruru Cave—also known as Boki Maruru—is a natural wonder featuring an underground river, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and towering stalactites and stalagmites resembling white marble sculptures. Stretching approximately 7.6 kilometers, the cave has become a symbol of pride for the people of Central Halmahera and a major tourism attraction. Visitors typically travel from Sagea Village by ketinting—a traditional motorized wooden boat—along the Sageyen River for about 15–20 minutes before reaching the cave entrance. Inside the cave, visitors encounter unique geological formations and the iconic Batu Sembayang (Prayer Stone), a stalagmite formation resembling a person sitting in the tahiyyat position during prayer. For the local community, the formation is not merely a natural structure but a sacred landmark carrying cultural meaning. At the cave entrance lies Buleu, a sandy riverbank area where the water turns a striking turquoise blue. The location has long served as a resting place and camping area for visitors. The surrounding tropical rainforest remains rich...

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Fourteen Indigenous residents of Sagea-Kiya Village, North Weda District, Central Halmahera Regency, Indonesia, face legal action after opposing nickel mining in their ancestral customary land and territory. The residents were reported by the nickel mining company PT Zhong Hai Rare Metal Mining Indonesia, with allegations of assault and obstruction of mining operations. The case has raised concerns among civil society groups, who view the investigation as part of a broader pattern of criminalizing communities who oppose extractive industries in North Maluku. A similar situation occurred in 2025 when 11 members of the Maba Sangaji Indigenous Community in East Halmahera Regency faced prosecution after opposing mining activities in their customary lands. According to the Notice of Commencement of Investigation (SPDP) Number SPDP/01/1/RES.5./2026/DITRESKRIMSUS, submitted by investigators to the North Maluku High Prosecutor’s Office on February 26, 2026, authorities are investigating the Sagea-Kiya residents under Article 162 in conjunction with Article 136 paragraph (2) of Law Number 3 of 2020 concerning amendments to the Mineral and Coal Mining Law (Minerba Law). Law Number 6 of 2023 later strengthened the provision by ratifying the Job Creation Regulation into law. The investigation relates to a protest organized by Sagea residents, together with the civil society...

PT Weda Bay Nickel (WBN) dan Universitas Khairun berkolaborasi dalam memperkuat pemantauan keanekaragaman hayati di Halmahera, Maluku Utara, yang merupakan ...

PT Weda Bay Nickel (WBN) continues to strengthen biodiversity monitoring in its operational areas in Halmahera, North Maluku.

Eramet mengumumkan operasi penambangan PT Weda Bay Nickel (WBN) kembali dimulai setelah empat bulan stop operasi.

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PT Wijaya Karya (Persero) Tbk (WIKA) terus melaksanakan pembangunan Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah (RSUD) Weda di Kabupaten Halmahera Tengah, Maluku Utara. Proyek ...