Test samples sent overseas by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services has confirmed that types 1 and 2 of the dengue virus is currently circulating in the country. Chairman of the Ministry’s National Emergency Operations Committee, Dr. Chris Becha revealed in a media conference yesterday. Dr.
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services announced a total of 414 cases of dengue-like illness have been reported in Honiara and Guadalcanal. The Ministry’s National Emergency Operations Committee (NEOC) revealed in a media conference today, saying this was since the outbreak was declared early…
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara has recorded a dramatic increase of dengue-like illness cases this week. NRH Chief Executive Officer, Dr Steve Aumanu says the Hospital’s emergency department has recorded a total of 245 cases of the dengue-like illness symptoms.
Mental Health problem is an outstanding issue that affects young people in the country, says President of the Honiara Council of Youth, Harry James. Mr Harry told SIBC News in an interview this week, the number of young people living with mental illness has increased on the streets.
The annual G’Day Solomon Islands Fun Run is on again this Saturday for its third consecutive year. A statement from the Australian High Commission office in Honiara said the event is expected to be the biggest yet with over 4,000 participants already registered.
The Ministry of Development Planning and Aid Coordination (MDPAC) conducts its annual Planners Population and Development Conference in Honiara. Director of Social Service Sector of MDPAC Daniel Rove expands on the conference.
Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) reiterates, selling of single tobacco or cigarette rolls is prohibited in all public and private places. The Ministry made the clarification in light of the current confusion regarding the selling of single tobacco rolls in private places. Dr.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Ministry of Health and Medical Services have launched a National Vaccine Cold Chain Policy this week.
The office of the commissioner of police has dismissed rumours of suspected human remains found along the Mataniko River at Vara Creek, Central Honiara. The pathology result from the National Referral Hospital proves the remains are from an animal NOT human.
The Solomon Creative Writers Association is to launch its new book tomorrow, Wednesday 28 September. The 10am launch is part of events celebrating International Peace Day.
The South Seas Evangelical Church (SSEC) will celebrate its annual ‘Good News Week’ this Sunday. Secretary for the SSEC Honiara Association, Pastor Jonathan Warau told SIBC News. He says preparations are underway for a week-long program to be held in Honiara from 2-9 October.
Medical education, curriculum development and inspiring young medical practitioners are among key objectives for a visiting team of medical experts from the Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, USA.
In Sports, the Solomon Islands Rugby Union Federation (SIRUF) will stage a national sevens trial tournament in Honiara this weekend. A statement from the Federation said this is to select a national men’s and women’s rugby squad to represent Solomon Islands in the Oceania Sevens tournament.
The joint Operation Render Safe currently underway in Honiara is half way through its operation and has so far located 13,89 items of explosive war remnants, weighing 3.7 tonnes, in parts of Guadalcanal, Tulagi, and Russell islands.
The Parliamentary Opposition Group has called on the Government and responsible authorities to quickly allocate an alternative land to replace the current Kola Ridge cemetery.
The Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau (SIVB) has unveiled its plan to provide live entertainment at the Henderson International Airport. SIVB confirms in a statement today.
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.
Library Advisor of the Honiara City Council Library, Daffeny Smithers has thanked parents in Honiara for bringing their children to the National Library Open week. Speaking to SIBC News Ms. Smithers says she is really impressed with the public turn up. “It’s been going fabulously.
Lord Mayor of Newcastle in Australia Nuatali Nelmes has made a courtesy visit to Honiara City Mayor Andrew Mua. A statement from the HCC says, during the visit, Mayor Mua said it was an honour to have the visiting Mayor from Newcastle as it signifies the relationship HCC have with Newcastle.
The three days consultation workshop on the development of Solomon Islands National Drought Policy begins today. The workshop aims to establish an effective National Policy.
