Retired bishop on corruption

AN Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) would only function if it’s not politicised. That’s the view of retired Anglican bishop Canadian Bishop Terry Brown. There have been recent discussions for the government to establish an Independent Commission Against Corruption to fight graft. Bishop Terry, who served here for many years as Bishop of Malaita, and…

Women visit Br George

A GROUP of Dorcas women paid a visit to Br George at San Isidro care centre, Aruligo, yesterday. They were from the Dorcas ministry of the Seventh Day Adventist church of Vatukulau community at Aruligo. Brother George, founder of the rural training centre for young people with disability, was attacked at his home two weeks…

Govt urged to provide for coach

CONCERN citizens group, Forum Solomon Islands International (FSII) urges the Solomon Islands Government to seriously consider setting aside a budget purposely to engage international coaches to develop and improve the performances of our athletes. Forum Solomon Islands International’s president Redley Raramo said it’s about time that government recognizes the potentials of our athletes. “These men…

Bible College to start in Kwaibala

THE National Bible College at Kwaibala near Auki in Malaita province will begin its academic year on 27th January. Principal Reverend George Andrews said students who are enrolled for this year should arrive at the college compound next week. Mr Andrews said school registration and orientation will commence on 29th Wednesday. “Students from Western region,…

Adventists prepare for Religious Liberty Day

The worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church will place special emphasis on religious freedom at church services on Sabbath, January 25. The internal Religious Liberty Day is celebrated every year to heighten the awareness of human rights and religious freedom among church members. Adventists in Switzerland have produced a video for the event in six languages—English, German,…