Honiara residents will expect to pay for their own medicine and vaccines as the clinics in Honiara are running out of drugs. For the past weeks, Kukum Clinic has been advising patients to pay for the medicines they have been prescribed because they do not have them in stock.
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.
Police have arrested and charged a 23-year-old male for an alleged rape incident that occurred Monday this week. A Police Media statement said the incident happened at Lungga, East Honiara where the victim was a 20-year-old female.
Solomon Islanders are advised to take ownership of the country’s currency especially the handling of notes and coins. Chief Manager for Currency and Banking Operations at the Central Bank of Solomon Islands, Daniel Haridi reiterated.
“The people must understand the government and the government must understand the people.” Julian Maka’a is a name with a voice well-known to most people in Solomon Islands, having worked in the media industry for over twenty years.
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.
Patients at the National Referral Hospital, NRH, have been encouraged to be part of today’s 40th independence anniversary celebrations. Permanent Secretary for Home Affairs, George Palua made the statement this afternoon when welcoming patients and members of the public to today’s Swing to the…
“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.
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands has launched the $40 note and new $2 coin today in Honiara. This is part of the CBSI’s contribution to to mark the country’s 40th Independence Anniversary.
Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau has today opened its trade exchange event for Solomon Islands’ Sellers and International holiday buyers. The SIVB Trade exchange named ” Mi Save Solo” is an annual event with this year being the second time for it to be held in Honiara.
It’s not every day you see someone working around with a ‘Human teeth’ necklace ord earrings, but centuries ago this was a common sight in Malaita province.
Portfolio investments of the Solomon Islands National Provident Fund are expected to grow by more than seven percent by the end of this financial year. NPF Chair, Peter Boyers disclosed this at the credit rating announcement over the weekend.
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.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force warns residents of Tuvaruhu in Central Honiara to keep away from a cordoned area near the Tuvaruhu Community High School where chemicals have been discovered.
Wold Cup favorites Brazil are through to the quarter-finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia after defeating Mexico by two goals to nil early this morning. Two goals in the second half by Neymar and Roberto Firmino ensured the five time world champions progress to the last eight.
Visiting Melanesian countries who are in the country for the MACFEST festival were left in awe after last night’s opening ceremony at the Lawson Tama stadium in Honiara.
A woman from Falamai village in Shortland islands , Western Province has died after a ngali nut tree fell on top of her house yesterday. Strong winds reportedly swept through the village in the afternoon, causing the rotting tree to fall on top of the roof.
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…
