Kasuba – a small settlement in Maba Selatan District, East Halmahera Regency
Kasuba is an Indonesian settlement located in Maluku Utara (North Maluku) Province, within the territory of Kabupaten Halmahera Timur (East Halmahera Regency), specifically in Maba Selatan District (kecamatan). Based on its geographic coordinates (0.54° north latitude, 128.48° east longitude), it is situated on the eastern coast of Halmahera Island, in the region between the Pacific Ocean and the Banda Sea. Halmahera, which belongs to the Moluccan archipelago, is one of Indonesia's largest islands, and its eastern portion is relatively sparsely populated, with the entire region characterized by low population density. Direct settlement-level statistical sources for Kasuba are not available, so the following description is based on regency-level data for Kabupaten Halmahera Timur and generally known regional characteristics, which are clearly indicated where applicable.
General overview
Kasuba is one of the villages in Maba Selatan kecamatan, though publicly accessible and verifiable data on its exact population, area, and administrative details are not available. The broader administrative unit, Kabupaten Halmahera Timur, had approximately 100,473 inhabitants at the end of 2024, with a population density of only 15 people/km² — this figure applies to the entire regency and clearly illustrates that the East Halmahera region is generally sparsely inhabited. The regency's administrative center is located in Kota Maba kecamatan, which is also a neighboring district to Maba Selatan, so Kasuba may be relatively close to the local administrative hub. The area is characterized by extensive tropical forest and a landscape rich in natural resources, features generally typical of the eastern side of Halmahera Island. The Togutil ethnic group lives in Kabupaten Halmahera Timur, and according to sources they are considered an isolated indigenous community still found in the local forests — this also indicates the region's relative remoteness and pristine natural state. Regarding Kasuba's exact character, economic structure, and infrastructure, publicly verifiable data are lacking, so reliable statements cannot be made about these aspects.
Real estate and investment
No publicly available and verifiable data exist concerning the real estate market of Kasuba and Maba Selatan District, so the following observations pertain to the broader context of Kabupaten Halmahera Timur and North Maluku Province. The regency's low population density (15 people/km²) and relative infrastructure isolation generally result in moderate property turnover and property prices that are substantially lower than those in major Indonesian cities or developed tourist zones. Investment potential in this region is primarily determined by the presence of natural resources — forestry, fishing, and minerals — but their exploitation requires significant infrastructural and logistical conditions. According to the general framework of Indonesian land ownership regulations, foreign nationals cannot acquire full ownership rights (Hak Milik) to real estate in Indonesia; they have access to Hak Pakai (usage rights) or Hak Sewa (leasehold rights) forms, and access to certain types of commercial real estate can be obtained through foreign-owned enterprises. These general legal frameworks apply to Kasuba as well, however, before any specific investment decision, a current and professional assessment of applicable Indonesian legislation and local conditions is essential.
Safety and security
No publicly available and verifiable local data exist concerning public safety in Kasuba. Based on the general assessment of Kabupaten Halmahera Timur and more broadly North Maluku Province, the regency's rural, sparsely populated areas are typically inhabited by low-density population communities engaged in agricultural and fishing livelihoods, and these areas are not considered to represent heightened security risks within Indonesia. However, compared to other urbanized regions of the country, local infrastructure in rural districts — including healthcare and administrative accessibility — may be more limited, which entails a lower capacity for immediate response in emergency situations. These observations relate to the general rural characteristics of the regency and province, and are not based on Kasuba-specific public safety data.
Tourist attractions
No verifiable source identifies specific tourist attractions for Kasuba. According to sources, a significant protected area in Kabupaten Halmahera Timur is the Aketajawe-Lolobata National Park, which is located in Wasile Selatan kecamatan and provides habitat for numerous endemic animal species — including the bidadari halmahera, a bird-of-paradise species characteristic of the island. This national park is one of the regency's outstanding natural assets, though it is not directly located in Maba Selatan District. General characteristics of Halmahera's eastern coast include tropical forest, coastlines harboring coral reefs, and the world of traditional fishing villages inhabited by fishing communities. Verifiable data concerning the specific tourist infrastructure, accessibility, and local visitor opportunities in the Kasuba area are not available, so detailed and responsible statements cannot be made about these aspects.
Summary
Kasuba is a small settlement in Maba Selatan District of Kabupaten Halmahera Timur, in North Maluku Province, on the eastern coast of Halmahera. The low population density characteristic of the regency as a whole and the relatively pristine natural environment define the character of the region, yet direct, verifiable data about the settlement are not accessible. The broader region possesses significant natural values — including the Aketajawe-Lolobata National Park and its endemic wildlife — however, its real estate market and tourist infrastructure remain underdeveloped, with investment and visitor interest correspondingly limited relative to the area's conditions.
