FARMERS FIRST NOW

Kuma backs rural reset as new CEMA CEO Colin Yow leads reform drive The Minister for Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration, Hon. Harry Kuma, has announced a firm “Farmers First” reform push to reset the rural economy, saying Solomon Islands cannot build national prosperity while the rural majority continues to miss out. With around 74…

PM MANELE CALLS FOR PURPOSEFUL INVESTMENT, COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY AT PACIFIC SUMMIT

Honolulu, Hawaii – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele, MP, speaking in his capacity as Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum and Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, called for purposeful investment and stronger security at the Pacific Agenda Summit in Honolulu today to advance regional development. Delivering the opening address at the Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security and Shared…

Taskforce for 50th Independence Anniversary Appointed

A National Taskforce to spearhead preparations for the Solomon Islands’ 50th Independence Anniversary in 2028 has been appointed. The Taskforce formally appointed by the National Government  is mandated to plan, coordinate and oversee all activities associated with the nation’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, marking a significant milestone in the country’s history. Speaking during the Taskforce’s inaugural meeting, the Vice…

North Malaita backs Afufu High School

The North Malaita Constituency (NMC) has delivered its contribution to support Afufu Community High School (CHS) under the Australia Community Partnership Grant Project. In line with its commitment to strengthening education infrastructure in North Malaita, NMC has provided the following support to the school: – SBD $10,000 in cash towards labour costs – 20 bags of cement – 10 steel rods…

PUBLIC LETTER OF COMPLAINT

Dear Editor – I, Chief John Koloko, a traditional leader of Birao Ward, East Guadalcanal, wish to publicly express my deep concern and strong objection regarding the recent decision by the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification to grant a Prospecting Licence to Powerplus Pacific Mining Limited over our customary land in Birao. This licence…