Ralik Chain Archives - The Marshall Islands Journal

Lolelaplap HQ showcases Jeimata domain

By Journal on August 1, 2024 Anono Loeak, Chris Loeak, Eneen Jabro, Kwajalein, Loj'ae Rok, Lolelaplap, Michael LaManini Kabua, Mojen eo an Iroojlaplap Jeimata Kabua, Ralik Chain, Reimaanlok, Waan Aelon in Majol News Archive

A milestone in the traditional sphere of governance in the Marshall Islands was reached last Saturday with the opening of the Lolelaplap Headquarters in Kwajalein Atoll. The Mojen (domain) eo an Iroojlaplap Bweio Jeimata Kabua is one of four domains in the Ralik Chain, under the leadership of Iroojlaplap Michael LaMañiñi Kabua. Last Saturday, the […]

Coronation for Iroojlaplap Mike

By Journal on July 28, 2022 Amata Kabua, Chewy Lin, David Kabua, David Paul, Giff Johnson, Imata Kabua, iroojlaplap, Iroojlaplap Michael LaMañiñi Kabua, Jeimata Kabua, Joba Kabua, jobwa, Kailoojoj, Mike Kabua, Ralik Chain News Archive

GIFF JOHNSON Thousands of Marshall Islanders converged on Ebeye Island last week for the first coronation ceremony of a paramount chief in half a century. The gala coronation for Iroojlaplap (paramount chief) Michael LaMañiñi Kabua featured dozens of islanders wearing traditional headdress and finely woven mat clothing unique to the Marshall Islands, spear carrying warriors […]