Bina Harbour Tuna Project in Malaita Discussed in Hawaii

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Prime Minister Manele highlights the Bina Habour Tuna Project during several discussions with top officials The proposed Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Project in West Kwaio, Malaita Province continues to feature prominently in Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele’s recent international engagements in Honolulu, Hawaii. Prime Minister Manele led a Solomon Islands delegation to attend the Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit.  The senior-level,…

Theft in Gizo Surges

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Personal items like mobile phones, bags and luggage are normally snatched By ULUTAH GINASolomon Star, Gizo Residents of Western provincial capital of Gizo, are raising concerns over a growing number of theft incidents reported across the township. In recent days mobile phones and personal belongings were amongst the most commonly stolen items. Reports reaching this paper indicate that thieves have been moving…

Youth Apprenticeship Program Launched In Malaita To Empower Youths

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A program to support youths with practical skills was commissioned in Auki By SOLOMON LOFANA  Solomon Star, Auki A youth apprenticeship project aimed at empowering young people with practical skills and work experience was officially launched in Auki on Tuesday. The initiative is a partnership between the National Youth Congress and Plan International, with the Malaita Provincial Youth Division…

Opposition Leader Acknowledges Women During Their Day

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Opposition Leader Matthew Wale has acknowledged women for their contribution to the country’s economy. He issued the statement during International Women’s Day on Tuesday. “As we celebrate this year’s, International Women’s Day, I extend my warmest greetings and deepest appreciation to the women of Solomon Islands. “Women are the backbone of our families, communities, churches, and economy.  “From…

Double Island Resort Opens in Central Province

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Double Island Resort, locally known as Rua Kokomu Island Resort, located in Central Islands Province was officially opened on Friday. The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) has provided modest financial assistance to support hotel development, recognizing the urgent need to increase the availability of tourist accommodation nationwide in response to a rise in…

AIM-N Project Launched To Boost Rural Livelihoods

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The Agriculture Investment for Markets and Nutrition (AIM-N) Project was officially launched in Gizo, Western Province on Monday making a significant step toward improving rural livelihoods and strengthening agricultural development. Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD) Franklyn Derek Wasi, officiated the launch. He described the initiative as a major investment aimed at supporting rural farmers and improving food…

Clean School Environment, A Priority For Aoani Extension Primary 

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Maintaining a clean and healthy learning environment has been highlighted as a key priority at Aoani Extension Primary School in West Kwaio, Malaita Province. Thats according to the school’s Deputy Principal, Ben Oloisae when speaking about the importance of cleanliness at the school.  Mr. Oloisae said that keeping the school environment clean is one of the most important…