THE Saving for Transformation (S4T) model that World Vision Solomon Islands (WVSI) introduced to 11 communities in Makira Ulawa Province has stood in aid during this pandemic, as communities share out recently to assist them with their needs. The S4T model is a saving model that encourages community members to establish saving clubs where they…
Secretary-general of the Pacific Islands Forum, Henry Puna, has said he was “not privy” to discussions about his future as top diplomat of the region. It comes as Puna condemned the attacks on Ukraine by Russia, saying he was “very concerned” about the escalating war. “That’s why our leaders have come out very strongly in…
A Swedish company has proposed an award winning biological treatment toilet system to Solomon Islands at the Dubai Expo 2020 this week. Imad Agi, Chairman & CEO, ECOLOO Group from Sweden has met with Commissioner General Ambassador Moses Kouni Mose and introduced the biological treatment toilet system, which is easy to manage and suitable for…
United Arab Emirates (UAE) national Mr Ahmed Tarak Al Mansouri from the Emirate of Abu Dhabi visited the Solomon Islands Pavilion for the first time Thursday this week and was attracted to the various handicrafts on display. After a brief introduction including the history of how the Solomon Islands was named, Mr Al Mansouri decided…
THE National Finance Ltd (NFL) is calling on their customers across the country to work closely with them should they have any issues related to loan repayment rather than going to the social media. Regional Manager of National Finance Solomon Islands, Trent Allan made the call after a person by the name of Gabie Knoxie…
BANK South Pacific yesterday announces a reduction in interest rate for personal loans. In a notice issued on Monday, the bank said the decrease in its lending rate will be effective today, 1st March 2022. It said the new decreased interest rates are between 16 per cent to 13 per cent. “BSP personal loan is…
MANY outboard motor (OBM) transport providers along with their passengers are stranded in Gizo, Western Province and could not travel back to their villages after fuel finally ran out. On Thursday most of the fuel operators and privately operated depots in Gizo are without any fuel especially petrol. Most OBM uses pre-mix petrol. As a…
Coffee is one of Angola’s largest agricultural products. Whilst under Portuguese rule in 1575, Angola was the third-largest producer of coffee in the world. Solomon Islands Deputy Commissioner General and Pavilion Director Mr Dennis Marita attended the launching of a 5 day program for Coffee Lovers and Professionals held at the Angola Pavilion on Friday…
SOLOMON Water is still closing its Kongulai Gravity Source due to high turbidity. A statement from Solomon Water today said the shutdown is due to high turbidity (silt and dirt particles in the water) experienced upstream as a result of heavy rains at the water source. Solomon Water acting CEO Scravin Tongi said this action…
THE national carrier has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Colin Sigimanu, Manager Commercial for Solomon Airlines, who passed away suddenly overnight, on 21st February 2022. “The Board of Directors, management and staff of Solomon Airlines Limited, are deeply saddened and shocked on the sudden passing of our much loved and respected colleague,” the…