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TCSI ISSUE LICENSE TO STARLINK
By Sharon Nanau The Telecommunication Commission of Solomon Islands (TCSI) issued a Class License to Starlink today to operate in Solomon Islands. TCSI Commissioner, Calvin Ziru confirmed this after signing a Memorandum of Understanding with one of the Starlink, Directors Ryan Goodnight who is…
29 Aug 2024
Aviation
Tender Process Launched for New Aviation Complex at Honiara Airport
The Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2) has begun the tender process for the design and construction of a new aviation complex building at the Honiara Airport.
31 May 2024
Media
Historic launch of Right to Information in the Solomon Islands project
In a landmark event, Solomon Islands has seen the official launch of the Right to Information (RTI) initiative. The project is a collaborative effort between the University of The South Pacific (USP) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) under the ‘Strengthening Anti-corruption,…
2 Feb 2024
Solomon Islands
Solomon Water and Our Telekom partner to enhance customer convenience through M-SELEN integration
Solomon Water has announced a partnership with Our Telekom that will see the inclusion of CashWater and postpaid bill payments on the M-SELEN mobile money service. The partnership was formalized with an agreement signed by the Solomon Water and Our Telekom CEOs in Honiara today (10 October 2023).
10 Oct 2023
Solomon Islands
Gov’t looks at bringing another Telecommunication Company and Undersea Cable
The government is looking at bringing into the country another telecommunication company and undersea cable from Indonesia. Minister for Communication and Aviation Hon Peter Shannel Angovaka told parliament on Tuesday that it is the government’s policy to bring in an additional telecommunication…
7 Oct 2023
2023 Pacific Games
SIBC granted exclusive rights for live radio coverage of Pacific Games
The Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) has been granted the exclusive rights to provide live radio coverage of the Pacific Games. An agreement between SIBC and the Games Organizing Committee (GOC) stated that SIBC shall provide live to air radio transmission of sports and ceremonies…
24 Aug 2023
New Zealand
New Zealand government hands over new standby generator to SIBC
The New Zealand government today handed over a standby generator to the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC). The generator will ensure SIBC’s transmission and services via its medium and short wave frequencies remain operational even when there is a power outage.
22 Aug 2023
New Zealand
New Zealand Government provides Live U equipment to SIBC
The New Zealand government through the Pacific Cooperation Broadcasting Limited (PCBL) (Pasifica TV) handed over Live U equipment to the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) today.
3 Aug 2023
Solomon Islands
161 Towers Project kicks off
The project to construct 161 towers in and around the country has begun with the Prime Minister taking part in the ground- breaking ceremony today at Sali, in North Guadalcanal, Guadalcanal Province.
2 Aug 2023
2023 Pacific Games
Government committed to assist SIBC start TV service
The Government of Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, MP is committed to assisting the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) set up a national television service in time for the Pacific Games to be hosted in Honiara in November this year.
15 Feb 2023
National Broadband Infrastructure Project
Proposed 161 Towers Project Progresses
The Government today has confirmed that the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project or SINBIP for the construction of up to 161 towers has been progressed with the recent signing of a contracting agreement with the vendor and contractor, Huawei/China Harbour Engineering Company…
17 Aug 2022
Equipment
Pasifika TV assisted SIBC with Multimedia Equipments
The Pacifica TV has donated some multimedia equipment to the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) today. The New Zealand High Commissioner to Solomon Islands Georgina Roberts handed the equipments to SIBC’s General Manager Ronnie Buoaka during a brief ceremony.
1 Mar 2021
Breaking News
Calvin Ziru appointed as Interim Commissioner of TCSI
Telecommunications Commission of Solomon Islands (TCSI) has appointed its new Interim Commissioner, Mr Calvin Ziru. Minister of Communications and Aviation, Hon Peter Shannel Agovaka appointed Mr.
2 Feb 2021
Breaking News
Cabinet to deliberate on whether to suspend Facebook or not soon
“Facebook will not be suspended.”
13 Jan 2021
Choiseul Province
Coral Sea Cable marine survey ends
The RV Northern Endeavour has returned to Honiara today, marking the completion of its trip to Auki, Noro and Taro. The vessel has been in Solomon waters for almost a month, working in collaboration with a team of on shore experts to map the route for the Coral Sea Cable System and the Solomon…
27 Nov 2018
Our Telekom
Our Telekom 3G rural rollout expected to continue
Our Telekom has committed to moving forward with its nationwide rollout of 3G service to rural areas this year. The company completed installation of the 3G network in Malaita Province before Christmas, and in a recent statement it said scheduled rural 3G installation will continue this year for…
2 Jan 2018
Government
NEGOTIATIONS WITH HUAWEI TO START
Negotiation with the world’s largest telecommunications equipment manufacturer Huawei, for the implementation of the Solomon Islands submarine cable project is due to commence.
12 Jan 2017
Government
ICTSU TO IMPROVE ITS CONNECTIVITY IN TOWN
The Information Communication Technological Support Unit (ICTSU) under the Ministry of Finance and Treasury is looking to improve its connectivity to all government ministries in the country.
19 Sept 2016
Healthcare
TINGOA MINI HOSPITAL LACKS WATER SUPPLY
The lack of fresh water supply is a major challenge for patients and workers of Tingoa Mini Hospital in Renbel Province. Tingoa Mini Hospital Nurse, Mr Commins Tada told SIBC News, the water shortage is so severe that doctors have to prematurely send a number of admitted patients home earlier than…
27 Jun 2016
Government
MINISTRY OF LANDS TO HAVE NEW WEBSITE
The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Survey is current working on its new Website. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Survey Stanley Wale confirmed recently. Mr. Wale told SIBC News the Ministry previously initiated the idea but now has funds to finally implement it.
2 May 2016