The current Wet weather in the country has affected schools in East Fataleka, Malaita Province. A concerned teacher from Toliorea Primary School Ben Ledi says, communities in the area have experienced heavy rain causing major rivers to rise.
The Solomon Islands National University, SINU, is concerned, its academic programs have been disrupted with its pavilion used as an evacuation centre. University Chaplain, Pastor Solomon Maesala says it is two weeks since the ‘School of Education and Humanity’ was disrupted.
The Minister of Health and Medical Services, Charles Sigoto has thanked the United Church of Solomon Islands for its ongoing contribution towards the development of the country’s health sector.
The Vice Chancellor and President of the University of the South Pacific, Professor Rajesh Chandra has send condolences to the Government and People of Solomon Islands for the tragic loss of lives during the recent floods. A government statement said in his letter to the Minister of Education Hon.
A total of 17 Nurses has graduated with Nursing Diplomas from the Helena Goldie Nursing College in Western Province today. Confirming this to SIBC News, Government Communications Unit Director, George Hemming says the 17 nurses were also commissioned after their graduation.
The Embassy of Japan in Solomon Islands has announced the selection of Japanese Scholarships for research students to study in Japan next year. Making the announcement today, Administration Attache Yoshiko Maruyama says the scholarship is to allow Solomon Islanders study and learn according to…
The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development, MEHRD, Education Authorities and UNICEF have agreed on immediate priorities in response to the recent flooding in Honiara and Guadalcanal.
Solomon Islands needs more technical experts to review and monitor it’s Environment Acts to achieve sustainable development. Senior Environment Officer Edward Danitofea says, it is important for the government to improve its capacity to fulfill it’s policies on sustainable development.
A task force from the Ministry of Education and Solomon Islands Teachers Association and church authorities begin consultations on teachers view on their leave packages and housing allowances.
The Embassy of Japan today hands over scholarship airline tickets to two local research students to study in Japan universities. The two research students Edward Danitofea and Stella Bokelema will undertake research studies on improving Environmental Management system and Tourism and International…
The Director of the San Isi Dro Care Centre in Aruligo has called on the people of Solomon Islands, to understand that the Care Centre is for every student with special needs in Solomon Islands.
A Solomon Islands Masters in Climate Change student at The University of the South Pacific’s Pacific Center for Environment and Sustainable Development, PACE-SD, has recently completed a nine months research stint at the National Centre for Atmospheric Research, in Boulder, Colorado, United States…
Former teacher and outspoken SINTA industrial relations officer, Samson Faisi is the new Secretary General of the National Teachers Association. SINTA has been without a Secretary General since John Lee Hatimoana became a Member of Parliament following his by-election victory in Ngella last year.
Plans are underway to introduce form seven in Ruavatu School next year. Guadalcanal’s Chief Education Officer Meshach Suia made the statement during his visit to Ruavatu Secondary School in East Guadalcanal last week.
Tapuaki Community High School in the Malaita Outer Islands congratulates the government for the handing over of their new classroom building. Speaking on behalf of the School,Primary Head Teacher Rex Kafo said this is a remarkable achievement for the school.
Five first-year students at the University of South Pacific in Suva, Fiji have been terminated after they trashed their motel room while they were drunk. The students are on Government-sponsored scholarships and were accommodated at a motel in Suva while waiting for permanent accommodation.
A former politician has said he wants the country’s education system overhauled, as it tends to focus more on the academic aspect than the realities of life people live. Kamilo Teke told SIBC News, the education system should focus on preparing students for practical work.
Minister for Education Dick Ha’amori says the Government will not seek supplementary funds for scholarships this year following its tough stand to terminate scholarships of poor performing and under loading students.
“Building on quality education and training, the country needs to develop a workforce of Solomon Islanders, ready for jobs at home and overseas.” Permanent Secretary for Development Planning and Aid Coordination, Jeremiah Manele made the statement when he launched the National Human Resource…
The Forum Solomon Islands International, FSII, applauds the national government for seeing it fit to ensure all students with high GPA’s are given the opportunity to further their studies in regional universities.
