Solomon Islands lawmakers elected former foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele as prime minister Thursday in a development that suggests the South Pacific island nation will maintain close ties with China. Manele used his first speech as leader to promise to govern with integrity and to put his nation’s interests first. “I will discharge my duties diligently…
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) have acknowledged the general public for the good behaviour shown during the election of the Prime Minister (PM) on 2 May 2024. RSIPF Commissioner Mr. Mostyn Mangau said we would like to express our appreciation to the Members of Parliament (MPs) for their unwavering support in ensuring the…
PRIME Minister elect for Solomon Islands Honourable Jeremiah Manele gave his first speech outside parliament today reminding Solomon Islanders to respect and uphold the democratic process of electing our Prime Minister. Mr Manele said past Prime Minister’s elections have been met with the act of violence and destruction which had affected our economy and livelihoods.…
AN East Kwaio Community Chief has called on its re-elected MP to step down immediately, saying it is public knowledge Hon Festus Stanley Sofu no longer has the capacity to fully represent the East Kwaio people in Parliament. “Hon Sofu has a duty to the people of East Kwaio. That duty, among other things, is…
The Governor General of Solomon Islands Sir David Vunagi has declared Honourable Jeremiah Manele as Solomon Islands’ new Prime Minister. Honourable Manele won with a total vote of 31 over Matthew Wale’s 18 votes. Jeremiah Manele becomes the first Prime Minister in Solomon Islands’ history from the province of Santa Isabel.
Sogavare hands over 17th Pacific Games sports facilities handed over to NSC, NSC thanks gov’t for the much-needed facilities IN a timely ceremony before the Prime Minister’s Election proceed today, the Caretaker Prime Minister and Minister for the 2023 Pacific Games Manasseh Damukana Sogavare and National Hosting Authority Chair Jimmie Rodgers handed over the sporting…
THE re-elected Member of Parliament for Kia-Hograno-Havulei, Jeremiah Manele and the re-elected MP for Aoke-Langalanga, Matthew Wale have emerged as contenders for the nation’s top political job. As of yesterday, Hon Manele’s camp has garnered the support of as many as 30 MPs in a new grouping known as the Coalition for National Unity and…
Member of Parliament (MP) for Ulawa-Ugi Constituency in Makira-Ulawa Province William Bradford Marau who allegedly converted $5 million of shipping funds will plea to the allegation on May 14. Marau is facing one count of Conversion. His matter was mentioned in the Honiara Magistrate Court and was further adjourned to May 14 for plea. The…
THE former Mayor of Honiara City Council (HCC) and Councilor-Elect for Rove-Lengakiki ward Eddie Kasuteé Siapu has appealed to the general public and all residents of Honiara City to respect the rule of law and allow a peaceful and calm election of the Prime Minister tomorrow. “As electors, we have elected our Members of Parliament…
The Coalition of CARE, SIUP, and SIPRA has officially nominated Matthew Cooper Wale as their candidate for Prime Minister. This decisive move counters widespread rumours of internal divisions. Matthew Wale was nominated by SIUP’s Peter Kenilorea Jr and Cathy Nori, SIPRA’s Gordon Darcy Lilo, and CARE’s David Gina. Former Prime Minister Rick Hou commented on…