The Solomon Islands Education Board (SIEB) successfully convened its inaugural meeting on 29th-30th April at the Mendana Hotel. Established under the new Education Act 2023, the SIEB is tasked with providing strategic advice to the Minister of Education, the Permanent Secretary, and the staff of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) on…
More than 900 malaria cases have been recorded at the Gizo Hospital, Western Province since the start of the year up until early April. This was revealed by the Director of the Western Provincial Health and Medical Service (WPHMS) Dr. Boara Dickson early this week. He was speaking during the launch of the Western Province…
The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to Solomon Islands, Her Excellency Ms. Anne Grete Riise, presented her Letter of Credence to the Governor-General, His Excellency Sir David Tiva Kapu, during a formal ceremony on Wednesday (30th April 2025) at Government House. In welcoming the Ambassador, Governor-General Sir David Tiva Kapu said he was honored…
Temotu Provincial Government (TPG) has signed a Letter of Agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and European Union (EU) to implement water and sanitation (WASH) projects in five communities this year valued at $600, 000. The deal was sealed as Temotu takes a decisive step toward ensuring improved service delivery for its communities,…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele MP’s growing influence on the global and regional stage is reflected on the surge in courtesy visits received since assuming office as Prime Minister of Solomon Islands. This upward trend reflects the Prime Minister’s successful implementation of the country’s foreign policy, underscoring commitment to fostering positive relationships with all nations,…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Thursday paid tribute to his former Deputy Bradley Tovosia, acknowledging his immense contribution to the Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT). Hon. Tovosia tendered his resignation as Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification on MOnday. Handing over a traditional Chupu as a…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele has broken the silence over the looming no confidence motion to be moved against his Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) coalition next Tuesday. His Office issued an advisory to the media fraternity on Thursday afternoon, announcing the event scheduled for Friday 2nd May, exactly one year after he resume…
LIKELY LINE UP FOR NEW COALITION FORMER Prime Minister (PM) Manasseh Sogavare has reportedly accepted his nomination as the Opposition bloc’s candidate for the post of Prime minister when Parliament votes in a new Prime Minister next Tuesday. Disgruntled MPs resigned enmasse earlier this week in preparation for a motion of no confidence in the…
In light of the ongoing political situation within our country, the Lord Mayor of Honiara City Council, Cr. Eddie Kasuteé Siapu has urged all residents and visitors to remain calm, maintain peace, and continue their daily activities without disruption. “Our beautiful city has always been a beacon of resilience and unity, and it is during…
As the countdown towards next Tuesday’s motion of no confidence gets underway, citizens of this country have been reminded to remain calm and respect the democratic process. The appeal came from the Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele and Opposition Leader Matthew Wale. In parliament on Tuesday before a special adjournment was approved, both leaders called on…