Construction a of new Aviation Complex near Honiara International Airport is set to start once the proposed site layout and architectural detailed design drawings are approved by the World Bank. So far, the Contractor’s Environmental and Social Management Plan plus its proposed work program have been approved. The contract for the design and build of…
Nine people have recently been appointed as members of the Solomon Islands Health Research and Ethics Review Board (SIHRERB) for a period two years. The newly appointed members come from diverse fields, including Ministry of Education and Human Resources, the Faculty of Nursing, Medicine and Health Sciences (FNHMHS), the Research Office of Solomon Islands National…
The Governor General, His Excellency, Sir Reverend David Tiva Kapu, says the national Government remains steadfast in its vision to transform the fisheries sector into a powerful engine of economic growth. Delivering his traditional Speech from the Throne at the opening of the 3rd Sitting of the 12th Parliament on Thursday (April 24), Sir David…
Our Telekom has officially selected Oracle to drive a major, end- to-end, digital transformation initiative. Utilising Oracle Communications technology, Our Telekom aims to digitise customer engagement and accelerate time-to-market for new products and services across the Solomon Islands. Our Telekom chose Oracle to help strengthen its digital infrastructure, enhance customer experiences, and unlock new customer…
Our Telekom, through its mobile money platform M-SELEN, has entered a landmark partnership with Islands of the Sea Entertainment (IOTS Ent.) and Reggae Haus to power Solomon Islands’ first-ever e-ticketing gateway. This digital finance breakthrough will support the upcoming Buad Keeper Live Stream concert on Saturday 26 April 2025 at Cowboy’s Grill Bar & Restaurant.…
BEIJING has rejected reports from the United States side that Beijing and Washington are in negotiations on the tariff issue, and will even reach a deal, describing them as “fake news.” China Daily reported that China’s Foreign Ministry made the denial this week during a news conference, and further reiterated that any dialogue and negotiations…
THE shift in global economic leadership from developed economies is the root cause of the current global turbulence, and China’s rapid economic growth has been a major driving force behind this structural change, a former Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for Development Economics at the World Bank, Yifu Lin said. Prof Lin, who is…
A TOTAL of 25 arrests were made over the Easter period with case of Common Nuisance making up most of the cases. It was also revealed that nuisance cases during the recent Easter celebrations in Honiara continues to increase compared to previous years. Thats according to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Police Commander…
The Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of Western Province (WP) is being viewed as a massive economic asset that could be fully unlocked once statehood is granted to the province. Local leaders and Eminent Persons have reiterated that the vast marine resources within the EEZ remain underutilized under the current provincial structure. However, with statehood on…
The ban on fishing or possession of beche-de-mer or sea cucumber in Solomon Islands has been lifted. The announcement, effective on Tuesday 22 April 2025, was made by Director of Fisheries. The Revocation of Prohibited Activities (Fishing or Possession of Beche-de-mer) Order 2025 was issued under section 22(2) of the Fisheries Management Act 2015. The…