THE demand for $1 coin and $2 coin denominations of the national currency exceeds the other coin denominations. This was revealed by the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) Currency and Banking Manager Joe Vasuni in a media interview after the launch of the new $1 coin denomination bearing King Charles III’s effigy on Thursday.…
THE Animal Control Unit under the Honiara City Council (HCC) Waste Management Control Division (WMCD) has initiated a dog eradication operation aimed at addressing the escalating population of stray dogs in the city. The operation, which has started last week, is designed to mitigate risks to public health and safety posed by the growing number…
THE Malaita Provincial Youth Council (MPYC) has achieved another milestone by issuing sub-grants to youth groups across Malaita Province through the support of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). A total of 14 sub-grants were awarded to youth groups throughout Malaita, including the Polynesian inhabited Malaita Outer Islands (MOI), which encompass Lord…
ST MARY Tanagai Secondary School in North West Guadalcanal hosted its first-ever careers day program on Friday. The event was staged based on the inspiring theme; “Your Future Starts With Its Version, Wear It With Pride.” The event kicked off in the morning with a parade from the school sports ground to the assembly hall…
THE country’s first FIFA Badge Assistant Referee David Sau is appealing to East Fatalekans residing in Honiara and elsewhere in the country and any Solomon Islander at all who is willing to help support soccer development in East Fataleka, Malaita Province, to come forward with assistance. Sau, who is currently hosting a Children’s Soccer Development…
FOR decades, the Pacific Islands region has been heavily reliant on donor funding to support development, governance, and capacity-building initiatives. While donor support has played a role in strengthening institutions, it has also created a dependency cycle where many regional organisations struggle to be financially independent and responsive to the real needs of Pacific communities.…
A former minister in the Democratic Coalition for Government Advancement (DCGA) has praised Rollen Seleso for his decision to disqualify the former Premier of Malaita Province, Daniel Suidani, from his West Baegu/Fataleka seat in 2023. This praise comes despite a ruling by High Court Justice Maelyn Bird on Thursday, which declared that the removal of…
Creating exceptional artwork that stands the test of time requires not only skill but also patience, passion, and dedication. When it comes to stone sculpting, Lennon Qaqojama is a name that stands out. With his skilled hands, he transforms cold, lifeless stone into breathtaking masterpieces that not only hold great market value but also provide…
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the New Zealand ChildFund, Josie Pagani on Monday, paid a courtesy visit to the Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP. Discussions centered on strengthening collaborative efforts in advancing community-based initiatives. The dialogue explored how New Zealand ChildFund can further align its projects with the Government of the Solomon Islands’…
The Architecture and Building Management Services Division (ABMSD) of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) has announced the anticipated passage of the National Building Standard Bill later this year. This legislative milestone is set to transform the landscape of the country’s construction sector. Philip Baura, Director of ABMSD, shared his optimism regarding the Bill’s potential…