Gizo residents facing cash flow issue

WORKING class, market vendors, transport operators like vehicle and boats are facing cash flow problem in Gizo, Western province. This has affected them in their businesses operations and person savings due to the high cost of living. Jones Patty, a concerned resident, attributed the cash flow shortage to the country’s current economic instability. “To me,…

World Bank team visits SIRAP sites

A World Bank team visited has visited a number of projects implemented under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2). This was during their visit to the country Solomon this month to continue support the implementation of the project. During the visit, the team reviewed project progress, discussed key achievements, and provided support…

Calls for better waste management at Gizo market

WESTERN provincial government and Gizo Town Council have been called to address the waste problems at Gizo market. Markets vendors and residents are calling for improved waste management solutions to maintain cleanliness and hygiene. They urged the local authorities to take immediate action, including increasing waste collection, providing more bins, and enforcing proper disposal measures.…

UK supports effective media relations training for parliamentary officials

A day’s training to equip parliamentary officials in Solomon Islands on effective media relations was held this week. The objective was to equip parliamentary officers with strategies for effective media relations, enabling them to communicate clearly and accurately with the media on the activities of parliament. The focused workshop would also help parliament officials sharpen…

SICCI: enforce plastic ban regulation

In a proactive push to address the ongoing plastic waste crisis and its detrimental effects on drainage systems, Chairlady Namoi Kaluae of The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) is urging all relevant stakeholders to enforce the existing plastic ban with greater diligence and urgency. As urban areas continue to face significant drainage…

SI joins ‘Marine Aids to Navigation’ 1st assembly

SOLOMON Islands is part of the first General Assembly of the International Organisation for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA) in Singapore from February 18-21, 2025.  Solomon Islands’ delegation is led by Manasseh Maelanga, Minister for Infrastructure Development (MID). The country’s participation represents a significant milestone for the Solomons, following its official accession to IALA as…