The Solomon Islands Electoral Commission (SIEC) and Strengthening the Electoral Cycle in the Solomon Islands Project (SECSIP) have established an agreement with Rice Wholesaler ‘Solrais’ to collaborate in the distribution of voter awareness leaflets throughout the country.
The Sovereign state of Solomon Islands must not subject itself totally under the Republic of China, Taiwan. East Honiara MP, Douglas Ete was reacting in Parliament on a recent meeting the Minister of Communication and Aviation could not attend because the Republic of China, Taiwan was not happy it…
Parliament has passed the Anti-Corruption Bill 2017 today. Deliberations into the bill began with clause 31 as of this morning. Moving the Bill in its Third Reading was Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela. Meanwhile, the 10th Parliament has been adjourned twice since the meeting started last week.
The sequencing of recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission,TRC, Report is to set a clear direction for their implementation. Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela told Parliament during Monday’s Question and Answer session.
Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela has highlighted some significant achievements of Ren-bel province as the province commemorated the 25th anniversary of its Second Appointed day over the weekend.
Leader of the Parliamentary Opposition Group and Member of Parliament for East Malaita Constituency, Honorable Manasseh Maelanga says local customary practices must be considered in the Anti Corruption Bill 2017.
The Anti Corruption Bill 2017 is due for third reading next Monday. Reading the Statement of Government Business for next week in Parliament this morning, Deputy Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said, Parliament continues with this important bill next Monday.
Western Province has yesterday launched its first Women’s Empowerment and Transformation Policy for Development. It is a blueprint for the strategies, projects and programmes the province can use to address needs and obstacles that prevent women from developing their talents and fully participate…
The fight against corruption must be comprehensive and persistent, says Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela. Committing the Anti-Corruption Bill 2017 to its second reading in Parliament today, Mr Hou said unlike other criminal offences, corruption is secretive and normally operates and thrives in the…
Debate into the Anti-Corruption Bill commences tomorrow. Clerk to National Parliament Clezy Rore said the Anti-corruption bill is among other priority bills due for deliberation. He said, the bill will go through its second and third reading during the current meeting.
The Government assures they have the shortage of drugs at the National Referral hospital under control. Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela made the statement today to the media after a briefing this afternoon from the Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services Dr Tenneth Dalipanda.
At the breakfast meeting organized by the Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday 27 June, the Prime Minister said he is optimistic about the next 40 years. I too share his optimism about the next 40 years and indeed believe that it offers huge possibilities.
The Government is taking steps to create innovative employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people in the country. Prime Minister Rick Nelson Houenipwela revealed this in his speech at the recent 40th Independence Anniversary celebrations in Honiara.
Member of Parliament for East Central Guadalcanal Constituency Honorable Ishmael Avui has been sworn in as the new Minister for Home Affairs this afternoon. Mr Avui replaces former Minister and Member of Parliament for Temotu Nende Constituency Hon Commins Mewa.
“Actions and decisions by our leaders today in all works of life will determine the kind of Solomon Islands we will see in 40 years time.” Prime Minister Rick Nelson Houenipwela echoed this statement in his 40th Independence Anniversary speech this morning.
Since 1978, only three provinces have attained an Unqualified Audit Opinion status from the Office of the Auditor General in terms of their financial performance. They are Choiseul, Western and Isabel provinces.
Honorable David Gina, MPA for Munda-Lambete has been declared the new Western Province Premier. Mr Gina polled 15 votes while his opponent Honorable Ramuraka Talasasa, polled 11 votes. Provincial Clerk Kevin Paia said the new Premier took his oath after the election.
Each citizen of the sovereign nation of Solomon Islands must rise in unity to redirect our journey to a better future. Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela made this emphasis during the ecumenical fellowship marking the opening of the 6th Melanesian Arts and Cultural Festival and the 40th Independence…
President Donald Trump sends the United States of America’s congratulatory message on Solomon Islands national day. Sent through the US Embassy in Papua New Guinea, President Trump said, on behalf of the people of the United States of America, he extends best wishes to the nation of Solomon Islands…
Former Premier of Western Province, Wayne Maepio is seeking legal clarification on vote rigging allegation in ward 23 in the Western Provincial election.
