MEMBER of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for South Kolombangara has recommended the need to get technical experts from China to provide support on agriculture and forestry. Jenty Isaac the Western Provincial Minister for Agriculture and Forestry highlighted this on Thursday in his contribution to the Sine Die Motion. He said, with the province finalising its sister…
MEMBER of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 3 – Simbo, Western Province has requested the Gizo Dog Committee and Gizo Town Council (GTC) to continue with the stray dog culling exercise. Gideon Tuke was speaking during last week’s Full Assembly at Imagination Island Eco-Resort in Gizo. He said, although the culling exercise was successfully…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Monday has officiated at the Tina Hydro Development dam construction ground-breaking ceremony, the first large scale renewable energy project in the country. In his commissioning statement, Prime Minister Manele said, Tina Hydro is not just a project. It is a beacon of hope and unity for our nation as it represents…
Three suspects have been convicted during a court circuit hearing at Malu’u substation in north Malaita, while four suspects are on trial for the next court circuit hearing. A total of seven cases were on trial from 20 to 24 October 2024 during the Auki Principal Magistrates’ Court visit at Malu’u substation. Of the three…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is urging community members to play an active role in creating a safe and secure environment for all. Cooperation and open communication with the RSIPF are essential to maintaining community safety. The RSIPF advises that community members should take proactive steps to ensure the safety of themselves and…
The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) applauds Gizo/Kolombangara Constituency (GKC) in the Western Province for the successful launch of its first-ever 4-year Rural Development Policy 2024-2028. The Member of Parliament for GKC and Minister for the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS) Jimson Fiau Tanangada officially launched the policy document in front…
The Solomon Islands Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni Association (SICSAA) celebrated 65 years of Commonwealth Scholarships in Solomon Islands over the weekend. Themed ‘Celebrating 65 Years of Commonwealth Scholarships – Inspiring Futures, Empowering Communities’, this milestone event recognized the significant impact that Commonwealth Scholarships have had in individuals and communities, fostering education, leadership and development. Last…
In an effort to instill a sense of responsibility for Mamana water community towards keeping their environment clean, the Solomon Nihon (JICA) Alumni Association, over the weekend, transformed the community seafront into a cleaner and safe space where they can enjoy. The initiative was part of the association’s program of action to promote waste management and…
Belgium Ambassador assigned to Solomon Islands His Excellency Michel Goffin paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP on Friday. His Excellency (H.E) Goffin who is based in Canberra, Australia was welcomed by Prime Minister (PM) Manele. He expressed that Solomon Islands considers its bilateral partnership with Belgium of importance going forward and assured him…
The Public Solicitors Office (PSO) of Solomon Islands has successfully facilitated a ‘Continued Professional Development’ seminar for Justice Sector Agencies in Honiara. The event was held on Thursday, 31st of October at the Heritage Park Hotel. The second of its kind, the seminar is an initiative of the PSO for cross sectoral upskilling and engagement to…