The Ministry of Health and Medical Services announced a total of 414 cases of dengue-like illness have been reported in Honiara and Guadalcanal. The Ministry’s National Emergency Operations Committee (NEOC) revealed in a media conference today, saying this was since the outbreak was declared early…
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara has recorded a dramatic increase of dengue-like illness cases this week. NRH Chief Executive Officer, Dr Steve Aumanu says the Hospital’s emergency department has recorded a total of 245 cases of the dengue-like illness symptoms.
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has unanimously adopted a resolution to lead a public campaign against the tax-free awards given to Members of Parliament after last week’s Court decision. This was agreed after the SICTU Executive held an extraordinary meeting this week.
The Parliamentary Opposition Group has responded to calls by members of the public, questioning its position on the recent Court decision on tax-free awards for MPs. The Group said in a statement whilst the situation is regretful, it is now out of their hands.
The National Parliament is set to convene its fifth meeting on 01st November. Clerk to Parliament Clezy Rore confirms to SIBC News. Mr Rore says the meeting has three bills endorsed by the Speaker of Parliament Ajilon Jasper Nasiu.
Malaita Premier Hon. Peter Chanel Ramohia has assured, his government will pay off the $8 million debt incurred by past provincial governments. Mr Ramohia who recently survived a vote of confidence said the Ministry of Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening has provided his…
Partnership and collaboration in the spirit of regionalism were among other agendas agreed to by Tourism Ministers during the 26th Council of Tourism Ministers meeting in Rarotonga, Cook Islands.
Communities at the Bishop Patterson Parish in North Malaita have yesterday celebrated St. Luke Day. SIBC’s North Malaita stringer John Andrew Kiri reports, more than 200 members of the Anglican Church of Melanesia in the region attended the event.
The Ministry of Forestry and Research will not issue any more felling licenses to newly registered foreign companies intending to carry out logging activities in the country.
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources has denied receiving any formal complaints from Malaita Outer Islands regarding the illegal harvesting of sea cucumber on the atoll. Director of Fisheries, Edward Honiwala made the statement in response to claims by a Dr.
Mental Health problem is an outstanding issue that affects young people in the country, says President of the Honiara Council of Youth, Harry James. Mr Harry told SIBC News in an interview this week, the number of young people living with mental illness has increased on the streets.
Community members of Sigana Ward in Isabel Province are calling on their Provincial Member to speed up the final work on their rural health clinic at Nagholau.
Malaita Provincial Premier, Hon. Peter Chanel Ramohia has raised concerns that relations between Malaita and Rennell/Bellona could be affected by the logging issue in Renbel province.
Former Prime Minister and an Economist by profession, Gordon Darcy Lilo say the tax exemption of MP’s salaries and other entitlements should have been applied more appropriately if the Parliamentary Entitlements Commission (PEC) saw its importance. In an exclusive interview with SIBC News, Mr.
The annual G’Day Solomon Islands Fun Run is on again this Saturday for its third consecutive year. A statement from the Australian High Commission office in Honiara said the event is expected to be the biggest yet with over 4,000 participants already registered.
The Ministry of Development Planning and Aid Coordination (MDPAC) conducts its annual Planners Population and Development Conference in Honiara. Director of Social Service Sector of MDPAC Daniel Rove expands on the conference.
Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast has said the disposal of explosive remnants from the Second World War depends entirely on the conditions of the projectiles. Mr.
Family Support Centre has successfully participated in the 7th Regional Meeting of Pacific Women Network against Violence against Women in Fiji. Director of Family Support Center Ms.
The Isabel Provincial Government has shifted its focus onto social development – a campaign to boost its human resource. Isabel Provincial Premier Hon. James Habu confirms this during the 2016 Kodili Trade and Cultural Festival which ended a few days ago in Buala, Isabel Provincial.
North Malaita constituents have successfully celebrated the historical launch of their ship last week at Malu’u station. The new MV Baelae will operate fuel services for the constituency. Stringer Mr. John Andrew Kiri who attended the ceremony sends this report.
