Christopher Akwitau, an Assistant Returning Officer (ARO) for Central Kwara’ae says his recent involvement in the national general election process has been a great learning experience.
The National Government has officially launched the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Campaign in the country. The campaign begins with the International Day of the Elimination of Violence against Women, which falls annually on November 25 today.
The Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands has congratulated the Solomon Islands people, the Solomon Islands Electoral Commission and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force for conducting a fair, free and peaceful National General Election on 19 November 2014.
The Solomon Islands police are stepping up operations in Honiara ahead of the Prime Ministers election, due to be held in early December. The Royal Solomon Islands Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast made the statement as the new members of Parliament prepare for the formation of a new…
Two men alleged to be part of the group attempting to murder a Rennell Bellona man at a walk-through Kai Bar in Point Cruz earlier this month, have appeared behind bars at the Magistrate Court this morning.
The Western Provincial Government has applauded its people for maintaining peace during the national general election period. Acting Premier, Wayne Maepio says the behaviour and actions of the people indicate their desire for meaningfully participation in the democratic process. Mr.
Central Islands Provincial Premier Stanley Manetiva has congratulated the newly elected Member of Parliament for Ngella and Savo Rusell Constituencies. Bartholomew Parapolo is MP-elect for Ngella, while the incumbent for Savo Russell Dickson Mua retained the constituency’s seat.
Noro Community High School Deputy Principal George Ngimaika has questioned responsible authorities for the delay of their school grant. Mr Ngaimaika told SIBC News, the school grant has due months earlier, and such delay have had direct negative effects on the school’s service to its students.
New MP-elect for West Makira Derick Manuari has acknowledged the people of West Makira constituency for their trust and confidence in electing him into parliament. Manuari has contested and won the West Makira constituency seat against rival – incumbent Dick Ha’amori.
The alcohol ban will be lifted at midnight tomorrow. Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast issued the reminder of the ban today, saying it is still in force until it is lifted tomorrow at midnight. Mr Prendergast says people must observe the ban until it is lifted.
Solomon Islands expects a possible coalition government after all 12 registered political parties who contested this year’s national elections ‘fail’ the required numeric strength to form the next government. A total of 32 of the 50 MPs-elected into the 10th parliament are independent members.
Solomon Islands expects a possible coalition government after all 12 registered political parties who contested this year’s national elections ‘fail’ the required numeric strength to form the next government. A total of 32 of the 50 MPs-elected into the 10th parliament are independent members.
The Solomon Islands Government is dedicated to reforms to deliver improved standards of public finance management, and private investment. Permanent Secretary for Finance and Treasury, Fred Fakarii made the reassurance today in a joint SIG-World Bank statement that announced a US$5 million funding…
Caretaker Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo has conceded defeat after losing his seat in the country’s election. It is expected to take at least a week before a coalition Government is formed and a new prime minister is chosen.
Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast says the cooperation of communities with Police has resulted in a successful security operation during the National General Elections. The Police Commissioner acknowledged the success of the elections at a media conference this morning.
The National Council of Women says the 26 women who contested the National General Elections must be congratulated and acknowledged. Council President Ella Kauhue says although 25 of them did not get elected, their hard work and interest to contribute to the political leadership of this country…
The global campaign dedicated to raising awareness and gaining wider support to end gender-based violence will be launched in Honiara tomorrow. The 2014 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence Campaign will be launched under the theme “Hapi Family, Hapi Kandere: Endim Vaelens Insaed lo…
The legal requirement to complete voting by 5pm on the polling day has caused some issues at a number of polling stations says the Commonwealth Group who observed the election process in the country.
Returning Officer for the Provincial Elections in Central Islands Province Gabriel Agutuzepo says preparation for the province’s elections next month is progressing well. Mr.
A district priest of the Anglican Church of Melanesia in Ngella, Reverend Charles Sagulinge has called on authorities to investigate the issue of buying Voter ID cards. Reverend Sagulinge made the call following the release of election results for the Ngella constituency.
