THE Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE) is developing a policy that will require mining companies to pay an Environmental Bond before commencing operations. This move comes after it was revealed that the current Mines and Minerals Act 1990, Mines and Minerals Regulations 1996, and Environmental Act contain no specific provisions requiring such a bond. Minister for Mines, Derrick Manuarii, confirmed this…
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), Minister Honourable Dr. Paul Popora Bosawai strongly endorsed and supported the Draft Regional Implementation Plan for Climate Change and Health at the WHO Western Pacific Regional Office) 76th Regional Committee Meeting (RCM) currently held in Nadi, Fiji. In his intervention statement on Climate Change and Health…
LEADER of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has conveyed his condolences on the passing of former Malaita province premier Hon Daniel Suidani. The Opposition Leader said Malaita province has lost a son and a true leader. “ I convey my condolences to late Suidani’s family, his people in Fataleka and relatives,” he said. Hon Wale said…
The Honourable Minister Dr Bosawai in his remarks at the meeting acknowledges the ongoing and cordial partnership between the Solomon Islands Government Ministry of Health and the World Bank. He acknowledges WB for the ongoing Technical support and assistance on Program of Analytical and Advisory Services (PASA) with primary focus on health financing and service…
THE Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration (MCILI) is developing an Employment Information System to better determine the rate of youth unemployment in the country. Minister Harry Kuma confirmed this in Parliament last week when responding to a question from Member of Parliament for Small Malaita and Chairman of the Parliamentary House Committee, Rick…
FORMER Malaita Premier and current Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 5 in West Baegu/Fataleka has passed on. Late Hon. Daniel Suidani was called to rest on Tuesday morning 21st October 2025 at the National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara. His passing was announced by his Advisor Celsus Talifilu in a statement issued via social…
The National Parliament of Solomon Islands on Friday marked a major milestone in its digital transformation journey. This came following the official handover of new ICT equipment under the Strengthening Legislatures’ Capacity in Pacific Island Countries (SLIP) Phase II Project at Paul Tovua Complex. The ceremony was attended by the Honourable Speaker Patteson John Oti, Chairpersons and Members of…
Premiers of Makira/Ulawa Province (MUP), Hon. Stanley Siapu, and Temotu Province, Hon. Stanley Tehiahua, are joining forces with the national government to address the land dispute surrounding Waimapuru National Secondary School (WNSS). Their united stance aims to ensure justice is served and the school’s future is safeguarded. Speaking at the WNSS graduation ceremony on Thursday, both leaders…
Government through the Ministry of Police National Security & Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has signed a land lease agreement with the Kariki landowners on Monday 20th October. The ceremony was witnessed by Permanent Secretary Karen Galokale, Commissioner of Lands Alan McNeil, and the five trustees representing the Kariki landowners. This significant agreement secures the land parcel allocated for the establishment of…
All National Referral Hospital (NRH) vehicle fleet in Honiara should have protective steel mesh security grills around them just like Police and Correctional vehicles. The suggestion was made following the stoning incident over the weekend of a land-cruiser owned by the Emergency Department (ED) at NRH. The incident occurred at the FFA Road Junction West…