Coconut and cocoa farmers in South Malaita are advised to work hard to be a recipient of the coconut and cocoa rehabilitation project. Afio Agriculture Extension Officer Robert Aumae made the advice in response to complaints on the distribution of coconut and cocoa rehabilitation project…
The Parliamentary Opposition Group is calling on the Prime Minister to do justice to this nation and call Parliament immediately. In a media statement late this afternoon, the Opposition Group challenged the Prime Minister to convene Parliament as soon as possible so that issues the Prime Minister…
The Democratic Coalition for Change Government has pledged to support the national tourism industry because it has the potential to wreck in huge economic returns.
Businesses in Papua New Guinea are opening their doors to local products by women in Solomon Islands. A team from SIWIBA on the invitation of PNG women attended the Business Women Expo in Papua New Guinea last month where they showcased local products and developed contacts with the businesses…
Zome Enterprises Ltd has called on Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) to always report factual information on any issue it raises in the media. The call follows the recent TSI report questioning the national government’s purchase of Zome Motel for more than $13 million.
A man will stand trial at the High Court for attempting to commit murder last year at the Kingsley Food bar in Honiara. Frank Fakani was committed to stand trial at the High Court this morning following a pre-trial conference.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police will provide tight security for the commemoration of the Second World War Anniversary tomorrow at Skyline. The event is expected to bring together a number of dignitaries both local and abroad.
The Guadalcanal Province, Revenue and Licensee Division is currently undertaking a road check to ensure public transport vehicles who serve within the Guadalcanal Province boundary are paying their business license fees to the province.
The Democratic Coalition for Change Government through the Ministry of Education has encouraged schools in the City to revive the tradition of flag raising.
In sports, the Judo Federation of Solomon Islands today received 50 sets of Judo uniforms from the Embassy of Japan in Honiara. The assistance was sponsored by All Japan Judo Federation, Solidarity of International Judo Education under a project called “Sport for Tomorrow”.
The total funding for the Fiu Hydro project is around US$15 million. Of the total budget, the Asian Development Bank will provide US$12 million and the Solomon Islands Government and the Solomon Islands Electricity Authority will foot the remaining US$3 million.
A new customs system called ASYCUDA World launched today will enhance trade, reduce business costs and increase government revenue, thanks to a Solomon Islands and Australian Governments partnership.
The grand final of the 2015 Women’s rugby competition will be today at the Panatina Oval. The 3rd and 4th position match will be between the Henderson Hammerheads and Tandai Stormers, followed by the grand final between giants, Royal Blues and Westside Tigers.
Ex-Government media consultant Alfred Sasako has blamed the Deputy Prime Minister Douglas Ete for what he termed as ‘engineering’ his termination. Mr Sasako confirmed receiving his termination letter, which he said was backdated to 27 July and was signed by the Special Secretary to the Prime…
Disaster recovery works on Guadalcanal province in response to the 2014 April floods is well underway. The recovery works is part of the Rural Development program (RDP) under the Ministry of Development, Planing and Aid Coordination.
Over 150 motivated and trained Youth@Work interns are seeking internship placements in workplaces in Honiara. Youth@Work Program Manager Sandra Bartlett is encouraging business and organisations around Honiara to consider accepting an intern in their workplace.
A U.S entrepreneurship expert will be in Honiara, hosting workshops for women in the country next week. A media invitation from the United States Embassy in Port Moresby today says Samira Cook-Gaines, will be hosting the workshop at the Heritage Park Hotel.
The Sports division of the Honiara City Council will be organising a table tennis competition for schools within the City. Sports Development Officer for HCC, Victor Wai’ia says the competition is open to interested schools within Honiara City.
The Bubuni, Harivava Development Council, and the Bubuni Land Trust Board have completed the land mobilisation phase in preparation of theBubuni Seaport and the O’oroba Fisheries Projects at Suafa Bay, North Malaita. General Secretary of Bubuni, Harivava Development Council Mr.
The Local Organising Committee (LOC), responsible for the 8th Premiers Conference preparations, has presented a progressive report and an overview of its planned activities to the Honiara City Council Executive.
