Two inmates have escaped from the Auki Correctional Centre on New Year’s Day. Details surrounding the escape are still sketchy, but the Auki Correctional Centre confirmed the men escaped on New Year’s Day.
People will continue to have a common cold as bad weather continues in the country. This is according to Anne Toncan of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services. Ms Toncan explains the transmission of common cold in a Radio Health Program.
The Taiwanese Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Victor Te Sun Yu has described the 33 years of political friendship with Solomon Islands as one of “Trust and Empathy”. Ambassador Yu made the statement at the recent launch of the Funafou Sanitation Project in North Malaita.
Riguru community members in Simbo, Western Province have celebrated the New Year today. Esther Londu told Radio Hapi Lagun’s Cathy Lezutuni, this was due to commitments from community members on New Year’s day.
The United Church in Solomon Islands has launched its 2017 theme to guide the work of the Church. Superintendent Minister Reverend Kine Maezama announced the theme as “The year of Re-assessing and Reconciling.” Speaking during the New Year service on Sunday, Reverend Maezama said the theme is based…
Prime Minister Hon Manasseh Sogavare has made a goodwill visit to Pangoe Community in Northeast Choiseul today. Soon after his arrival, Prime Minister and Madam Sogavare took a long walk through the coastal community welcomed by leaders and members of the community.
The Governor General Sir Frank Ofagioro Kabui has announced the 2017 Honours and Awards in his New Year’s Eve message. The Honours and Awards are duly recommended by the Honours and Awards Committee, approved by the Prime Minister Hon Manasseh Sogavare and endorsed by Her Majesty the Queen.
“Building a public memorial in Honiara to mark the untimely death and suffering of the victims during the past conflict will be a good way to remind us of our past mistakes and not to repeat them.” Governor General Sir Frank Ofagioro Kabui made the suggestion in his new year’s message.
Having and using proper sanitation is one of the most important factors of good health. Ambassador of the Republic of China (ROC) on Taiwan His Excellency Te-sun Yu made the statement during the launch of Funaafou and Niuleni sanitation project.
The implementation of the 2017 national budget is a major concern for West Kwara’ae communities, Malaita Province. A concerned Willie Kiri said, with the record 4.2 billion budget last year, no tangible developments have been seen in their area.
The People of Christ The King Parish in Northwest Choiseul Constituency have enjoyed a crime-free new year celebration over the weekend. The celebration was unusually peaceful and calm. Media Coordinator for Christ the King Parish Mr Nerio Ulemiai reports.
Thousands of people in North Malaita have witnessed the opening and dedication of two newly built church buildings during the festive season. The Kwaiana SSEC Church building was officially opened on 23 and Maguarafu SSEC Church building on 30 of December.
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service has advised, most parts of the country will likely experience above normal rainfall in the coming months. Acting Director of Met Service Lloyd Tahani told SIBC’s “Distaem Nao” program today low depressions are likely for next month to April next year.
More than 80 locals have left for Australia and New Zealand yesterday to work under the Seasonal Workers Program for the next six months. The Solomon Islands Government urged them to represent their country with pride and dignity in their host countries.
The Arnavon Community Marine Park in Isabel province has been declared a protected area. The Ministry of Environment’s Conservation Division made the official declaration today.
A high-level meeting to discuss remittances for foreign workers from Solomon Islands planning to work in Canada is taking place in Canada’s capital Ottawa.
East Are’are Constituency in Malaita province has yesterday taken delivery of 30 new boats. The boats were funded by the National Government under the Rural Livelihood Funds.
The U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby is now accepting nominations for the Secretary’s award of the International Woman of Courage. A statement from the U.S. Embassy said each year, the U.S. Secretary of State presents one exceptional woman with the Secretary’s Award for International Woman of Courage.
The fundamental principle of the Solomon Islands Constitution is everybody should pay tax, says former Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo. Mr Lilo told SIBC News in a recent interview there are inconsistencies in the Constitution that resulted in the unpopular tax exemption of MP’s salaries and other…
East Malaita Constituents have questioned their Member of Parliament and Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Maelanga as to when he will fulfill his promise to repair the deteriorating East Malaita road. Mr. Maelanga recently promised to purchase machines to repair the deteriorating East road.
