WELSI delivers first women executive leadership program

The Women in Executive Leadership Solomon Islands (WELSI) have successfully delivered its first Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program in Honiara last week. The program was initially devised in partnership with the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), the Solomon Islands Women in Business Association (SIWIBA), and the Institute of Solomon…

Youths urged to rise as nation-builders

Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has encouraged the youth population of Solomon Islands to study hard, dream big, and lead with integrity. He delivered the powerful message during the celebration of the country’s 47th year of independence on Monday His message centered on both national reflection and future aspirations.  He emphasized to the youth, “It is not just about the future;…

Manele appeals for unity, faith

At a time when global tensions and local uncertainties weigh heavily on national consciousness, Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele used the 47th Independence address to bring the Solomon Islands back to its spiritual and moral centre-grounded in faith, resilience, and shared identity. Far from a typical political or economic roadmap, Manele’s speech opened and closed with reverence…

MP impressed with Buala market project

The new Buala Market in Isabel province has been designed in consultation with vendors and the local community to create an inclusive, accessible space for over 150 vendors. The new market will improve economic opportunities for women, people with disabilities and the broader community. The new market is being delivered under Australia’s Provincial Markets Redevelopment…

International journos’ professionalism wins attention of Chinese counterparts

ONE hundred and nineteen international journalists, who have successfully completed spring media exchange program in China last weekend, were told that that their “professionalism and hard work” have won the attention of their Chinese counterparts. This was highlighted by the President of the China Public Diplomacy Association (CPDA), Wu Hailong when speaking at a reception…

“Let’s be the agents of positive change”: SI journo urges counterparts

SOLOMON Islands journalist Deli Sharon Oso has urged international journalists who completed a journalist exchange program in China last week to be agents of positive change and multilateralism by promoting agendas for the common good of humankind. Mrs Oso was speaking on behalf of Asia-Pacific journalists who participated in the China International Press Communication Center…