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Correctional Service Solomon Islands Commissioner Mactus Forau recently attends the Asia Pacific Conference of Correctional Administrators (APCCA) 2024 in Hong Kong, China. This year’s APCCA, themed “Collaboration for Sustainable and High-quality Development”, was attended by about 140 Correctional Chiefs and representatives from 30 Asia-Pacific countries and regions, as well as representatives of relevant professional organisations. […]

Honiara, Solomon Islands – 3rd December 2024– The Premier of Malaita Province, Honorable Elijah Asilau MPA, has welcomed the proactive steps taken by the government, Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and stakeholders to conduct studies on coral and marine ecosystems and implement the coral reef rescue project within the province. This initiative is part of the

The total arrival of persons for the second quarter of 2024 was 12,521, an increase of 23.3% compared to the previous quarter (1st quarter 2024). The Solomon Islands National Statistics Office, SINSO, released the latest International Arrivals bulletin on Tuesday 3rd December 2024. Acting Government Statistician Samson Kanamoli said compared to the same quarter a

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), through the National Rehabilitation and Disability Division, has acknowledged the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children, and Family Affairs (MWYCFA) as one of the ministries that has embraced disability inclusion in its policies. Notably, the support provided by MWYCFA, particularly through the Children’s Development Division and the Women’s

The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR), in collaboration with the National Rehabilitation and Disability Division of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), and with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), hosted a Disability Inclusion Awareness Session on Monday, 18 November 2024. The session aimed to raise awareness about the Solomon

Auditor-General David Dennis has confirmed that his office is updating its referral work with police on specialist assistance once that’s completed formal referral to police should be made next month regarding the much-discussed audit into the ESP. The audit into the Economic Stimulus Package was released by the OAG in September and the report found

The Roviana Lagoon Festival 2024 officially began today in Munda, Western Province, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Roviana people. Running from December 3 to 6, the festival showcases traditional practices such as war canoe demonstrations, weaving displays, and lagoon swimming, offering a deep connection to the community’s history and identity. A key highlight

Australia launched 60 new “Solomon Islands – Australia Community Partnerships” projects at an awards night on 2 December with communities from across Solomon Islands, representing a significant investment of nearly SBD 15 million in direct funding for local businesses. These new projects bring the total number of Australian-funded community projects to 100 in 2024, following

This week, the Chinese Embassy in the Solomon Islands made a generous donation to the Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF), providing footballs, jerseys, and training kits to support the national team’s preparations for upcoming competitions. The donation, which took place on Monday, is part of the embassy’s ongoing support for sports development in the Pacific