Christmas prompts us to demonstrate the compassionate nature of humanity. This is contained in the care-taker opposition leader’s nationwide Christmas address.
2018 was filled with many tribulations and challenges, says care-taker Prime Minister in his Christmas address nationwide. It is therefore fitting that God’s provision, protection and guidance this year be acknowledged, says Rick Houenipwela. Recapitulating, Mr.
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force have arrested a 19-year-old male suspect in relation to the armed robbery at Capital Park, East of Honiara yesterday.
Solomon Islands United Party have, through their legal representation, issued a letter to the Prime Minister demanding that the Party be registered in accordance with the Political Parties Integrity Act 2014.
A disturbing trend of weapon concealment has emerged at the Carols in the Islands event held in Honiara last weekend. Police Commissioner Matthew Varley said while there was a well-behaved crowd at the Carols, Police have confiscated a number of kitchen knives and screw drivers when they conducted…
Former member of parliament for Savo/Russells, Dickson Mua will go on trial on January 21 for allegedly misusing 3-million dollars in funds from government’s shipping grant initiative.
The High Court has concluded hearing the 15 petitions lodged after the 2014 National General Elections. Only two of the petitions were successful. The first successful petition was filed by former Prime Minister and MP for Gizo-Kolombangara Gordon Darcy Lilo, who won his challenge against Jimson…
A total of 347.5 million Solomon Dollars have been disbursed under the name of shipping grant, since the policy to improve transport services in the country was first introduced in 2013.
Honiara tops the list of people currently living with HIV, according to the Sexually Transmitted Infections Department of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services. There are six people recorded in Honiara. Western Province is second with three people, followed by Guadalcanal with two.
More than 1000 women from North-West Guadalcanal and the Honiara public will benefit from the West Guadalcanal Rural Farmer’s market when it officially opens soon.
The tenth Parliament will dissolve at mid-night tonight. It will stand Sine Die until the next Parliament is convened next year. Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela introduced the Motion of Sine Die last Friday to end the 10th Parliament.
While the Solomon Islands Ports Authority SIPA mission statement emphasizes that it strives to provide services for customers, its run-down refueling jetty at the Point Cruz wharf has long been a source of frustration for users.
Debate on the Sine Die motion- to end the 10th Parliament commenced today. This morning’s debate was opened by Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela. In his speech, the Prime Minister said his government has achieved significant stabilisation in the country’s fiscal situation through its cost cutting…
Police have today arrested and charged the current Minister of Forestry and Research and the Member of Parliament for Gao/Bugotu Constituency in Isabel Province. Minister Samuel Manetoali was arrested and charged for allegedly misappropriating government funds December 2014.
A total of 13 incidents relating to the current Public Inquiry in Solomon Islands towards the 2019 National General Elections have reached the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force as of this morning.
Police are aware of the Asian Prostitution Ring reportedly thriving in Honiara, says Police Commissioner Matthew Varley. Investigative information obtained by SIBC News indicated a number of locations where the Asians involved are practicing these illegal activities in Honiara, one of which is…
The controversial “Traditional Governance and Customs Facilitation Bill 2018” has been withdrawn on the floor of Parliament today. Minister responsible-Commins Aston Mewa withdrew the bill in accordance with Parliamentary standing orders.
12 young people from Solomon Islands will participate in a cruise under the ‘Ship for World Youth’ program. The event is organised by the Government of Japan and invites eligible Solomon Islanders from ages 18 to 30 to represent the country.
A logging company operating on Kolombangara island, Western Province has defied orders by the Commissioner of Forests to halt its operations in the area.
Solo Icon has crowned its 2018 winner Sunday night. Simon Kosa, 23 from Western and Malaita Province took home the coveted title for the senior category after singing his final song, ‘Somebody to Love’ from Queen. This was the third time for Mr Kosa to enter the competition.
