THE Akwe Community in Ward 6 of Malaita Province’s Lau-Mbaelea Constituency and 23 other communities in the constituency have been declared No Open Defecation (NOD) communities on Monday 16 December. This achievement follows the community’s active participation in the Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) project, promoted by World Vision. The CLTS approach empowers communities to…
The Solomon Islands National University Students’ Association (SINUSA) has issued a public appeal to support Vanuatu students currently studying at the University. In a statement issued on Thursday afternoon, the Students Association appeals to students, staff, and the general public to assist our fellow students from Vanuatu, who remain in Honiara. It was revealed most…
THE Disabled People Association of Solomon Islands (DPASI) will be changed to the National Disability Forum of Solomon Islands (NDFSI) by 1January 2025. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Casper Fa’asala told Solomon Star that with this new name entails a broader look at the development of persons with disabilities in going forward. The decision for the…
THE Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Gizo, Peter Houhou’s pastoral visit to the diocese’s Voruvoru Parish in Choiseul from December 8 to 11 was eventful and spiritually-enriching. A statement from the Gizo Diocese Media Office said Bishop Houhou’s visit covered Kandova village, Tutu village and the Voruvoru Parish Mission Station. The statement said during…
AUSTRALIA joined Solomon Islands National University (SINU) to launch the SINU Security Studies Pilot, with a tok stori consultation workshop. The pilot – delivered by SINU and with the support of the Solomon Islands Australia Partnership – will respond to the call from the Solomon Islands security sector for more locally-led academic research and tertiary…
Solomon Islands presented its 4th Trade Policy Review report to Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva, Switzerland last week.The Solomon Islands Trade Policy Review Report was presented by His Excellency Mr. Moses Kouni Mose, Solomon Islands Ambassador to the European Union.Ambassador Mose in his statement at the delivery of the report, reaffirmed…
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) has announced an entry ticket fee of $20 to watch the remaining exciting matches of MSG Prime Minister’s Cup at the National Stadium this week. Tickets can be bought before match days at the Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) Academy at KGVI and the National Sports Council (NSC) Office at…
Solomon Islands and Airservices Australia have renewed their long-standing agreement for the safe management of Solomon Islands upper airspace. The five-year agreement is a continuation of more than 20 years of partnership in the management of high-altitude aircraft travelling across Solomon Islands skies, a critical area for international aviation. Through the partnership, Airservices Australia will…
The Office of the Prime Minister’s Office and Cabinet (OPMC) hosted its annual Christmas and end-of-year party on Friday at the Cowboys Grill Bar and Restaurant, where Prime Minister Honourable Jeremiah Manele expressed his gratitude to all division heads for their hard work over the past seven months in office. He acknowledged the vital support…
Western Province marked its big day on Wednesday – 11th December in Gizo. The Western Day proper is normally on 7th December, but this year it was shifted to 11th December to accommodate the schedule of the key guests and on a weekday. The official program commenced with a parade from the Provincial Administration Headquarters…