The Solomon Islands successfully Chaired the 58th Pacific Immigration Development Community (PIDC) Board Meeting early this month. The meeting was convened on the 3rd – 4th March 2025 in Apia, Samoa. The Board Meeting was successfully succeeded by the PIDC strategic plan review workshop of the existing regional framework which was successfully concluded on the…
Lorah Kwanairara has been named as as the winner of the inaugural Australia Awards Alumni Women’s Leadership Award. The announcement was made at the celebration of International Women’s Day 2025 this week. The new award celebrates women who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and dedication, breaking barriers and creating opportunities for others. It honours those who…
THE Apunepara Ha’amwaora Natural Resource Association (AHNRA) has launched its final research report on ‘Online Gender-Based Violence (OGBV)’ amongst women and youths in the South Malaita, East Are’Are and West Are’Are constituencies of Malaita Province. The findings were shared with local media during a breakfast press conference hosted by AHNRA at the Solomon Islands Broadcasting…
THE Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) on Tuesday conducted a review of the World Bank-funded Solomon Islands Agriculture and Rural Transformation (SIART) Project implemented by the ministry. The review was conducted by the project steering committee on Tuesday at the Gina’s Restaurant in Honiara. It was was the steering committee’s third review meeting since…
THE Minister for Health and Medical Services, Paul Bosawai paid a visit to the site of the new Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre with Australia’s Ambassador for Global Health, Dr Lucas de Toca. Ambassador de Toca is in Solomon Islands on an official visit. The official party toured the construction works, which are employing…
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements of women who break barriers and pave the way for future generations. Education and training are crucial in providing women and girls with opportunities to reach their full potential, and Dr Zina Bird’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and knowledge. Her story highlights…
AS part of observing International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration this week, the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) honours the extraordinary journey of its longest-serving female employee. Meet, Grace Julia Sipolo, a trailblazer whose dedication and resilience have paved the way for women in the traditionally male-dominated field of infrastructure development. Hailing from the small village…
POLICE in Auki have arrested a key suspect in the theft incident at Kilu’ufi Hospital fortnight ago. It was alleged that security officers working at the hospital may have been involved. The matter was promptly reported to the police and an investigation was launched and this week, a key suspect was arrested. Malaita Provincial Police…
THE Malaita Outer Islands (MOI) Futsal Team received a timely boost from the MOI Constituency Office last week. The team, made up of talented players from the constituency, have been competing in futsal leagues and tournaments in Honiara. The support of uniforms will help strengthen their preparations for the upcoming futsal tournaments. The MOI Futsal…
THE Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has urged Minister of Public Service to act swiftly in presenting the new Public Service Bill to Parliament by this year. SICTU represents a coalition of public service unions and associations, including the Solomon Islands Public Employees Union (SIPEU), the Solomon Islands Teachers Association (SINTA), the Solomon…