Workshop on international health regulations, public health law

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) yesterday successfully held a workshop on International Health Regulations (IHR) and Public Health Law in Solomon Islands, which aimed to modernize legal frameworks that protect the health and security of Solomon Islanders.  Attending the workshop are Ms. Pauline McNeil,…

Strengthening PPP to drive agricultural expansion

Government through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) is realizing the opportunity to advancing the Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) as a key strategy for transforming the agriculture and livestock sector in the Solomon Islands. In recent collaborations, MAL has signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Liberty Holdings Limited, Sullivans (Solomon Islands), and the Young…

Fire destroys buildings in Ranadi

Honiara – A fire broke out this afternoon, Thursday 9th October behind the Hatanga Hardwood area within the Ranadi industrial zone, East Honiara. The blaze, which started under unclear circumstance, quickly spread throughout the complex before fire emergency services could reach the scene. At least two small buildings and two vehicles were destroyed as a…

Two new hilux for HCC

GOVERNMENT through the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) has handed over two new brand hilux to Honiara City Council (HCC) to support its operations. The handing over was held on Monday. Honiara City Council (HCC) Lord Mayor, Councillor Eddie Kasuteé Siapu received the donation. In his brief remarks, the Mayor expressed his heartfelt gratitude on…

SINU students engage in coastal resource monitoring at Tiaro Bay

 An international consultant in fisheries economics, aquaculture, and community development, Mitsuo Iinuma, has teamed up with students from the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) to conduct hands-on marine resource monitoring at Tiaro Bay Marine Protected Area (MPA). The initiative was carried out in close collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries, community members from Tiaro Bay…

Non-negotiable statehood and power centres

Western Provincial  Public Accounts Committee (PPAC) has reaffirmed that the Western Province’s pursuit of autonomy and statehood remains a non-negotiable agenda, underscoring the urgent need to establish new “power centres” to strengthen governance and economic growth. Presenting the committee’s report, PPAC Chairman Hon. Oppunity Kulu said the province must now focus on regaining positive economic…

HCC, SINU engage in students practicum partnership  

The Honiara City Council (HCC) Health Division has engaged ten Public Health students from Solomon Islands National University (SINU) for a one-month attachment commencing late September 2025. This is part of practical training program in partnership with the Solomon Islands National University (SINU). The program provides students with hands-on experience in key areas of public health, including environmental health, food safety, sanitation,…