The Valapata community of Southeast Vella La Vella Constituency in Western Province is currently constructing a first of its kind, a Youth Hub Center in the region. The project was funded under the PAC People for Advance Community (PPAC) Phase 7 and is being implemented by Sirubai Voko Tribe Association (SVTA). The project focuses on gender equality with a theme:…
Washington D.C.,- Pacific leadership and solidarity were on full display last week as the Government of Solomon Islands and Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) announced a pledge of USD $1 million [SBD8m] to the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF). Pledges to the PRF now stand at USD 167 million, reflecting the strength of the Blue Pacific’s relationships and…
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has raised serious concerns regarding the government’s preliminary policy work to explore the establishment of a Solomon Islands Defence Force (SIDF). In a statement SICTU President Tony Kagovai said, while it acknowledge the government’s stated intentions of enhancing national sovereignty and self-reliance, it question the merit and timing of such a significant undertaking when the foundational…
Washington D.C. – The Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Rexson Ramofafia and his delegation concluded a week-long engagement with the top management of the IMF and World Bank Group in Washington D.C last week. The meetings culminated in a bilateral discussion with the World Bank Group Vice President for East Asia and the Pacific, Mr Felipe Jaramillo, pictured above. Minister…
China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) recently conducted Artificial Intelligence (AI) anti-fraud training for more than 20 officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF). The session held at the Central police statioin was aimed at enhancing the RSIPF capacity to detect and combat telecommunications fraud involving AI technologies. During the session, CPLT officer Superintendent Zhang Yukun…
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI), in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), convened an informational and awareness workshop on Friday. This was to brief stakeholders on the country’s updated credit reporting regulations and the transition toward a more inclusive financial data system. Daniel Haridi, CBSI’s Chief Manager of Financial Systems Development and Payments said, the newly promulgated…
Specific maintenance work on the sealed roads in West Honiara, Lot 1, commenced late last month. This project covers routes: Guppy Street, Island Jetty Road, Lengakiki Road, Mbuburu Road, and the road leading to the Ministry of Mines and Forestry. The contract for this lot experienced delays due to a revised scope of priorities since…
The Papua New Guinea- Solomon Islands (PNG-SI) Business Council, PNGSIBC, paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP. During the brief meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Prime Minister Manele was updated on the level of collaboration between the PNGSIBC and its partner, the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and…
THE Member of Parliament (MP) for West New Georgia and Vona Vona, Hon. George Temahua, has challenged the Goldie College graduating class of 2025 to become a driving force for the Solomon Islands’ future transformation through education, character, and service. Delivering his keynote address Hon. Temahua said the strength of a nation does not rest on its wealth or population,…
State-owned Waimapuru National Secondary School (WNSS) in Makira on Thursday 16th October marked its 39th annual graduation ceremony. During the event, graduates were encouraged to work diligently to secure a bright future for themselves, their families, their communities, and the Solomon Islands as a whole. This year’s ceremony was notably attended by two guests of honour: the Premier of…