Honiara, Solomon Islands – In a significant ceremony on Tuesday, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services (MPNS&CS), Karen Galokale, announced the handover of 26 inmates from the Rove Correctional Centre to the Seventh-Day Adventist Church as part of the Church’s “Halfway Home” program. This initiative represents a pivotal step […]
In a significant step towards empowering local communities, the Western Provincial Government officially handed over two community projects on Thursday, 7th November, to the people of the Mbaniata area in Ward 19, NorthRendova Island. These projects, funded by the Provincial Capacity Development Fund (PCDF) through the Western Provincial Government, include a Kava Solar Dryer for
The Solomon Islands men’s and women’s national football teams have seen contrasting movements in their FIFA rankings, reflecting the differing outcomes of their respective campaigns. The men’s team has experienced a clear drop in their FIFA ranking, now sitting below Fiji. This marks a decline since their previous ranking, and the drop can be largely
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Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Catholic Archdiocese of Honiara is hosting the 2024 Biennial Spiritual Retreat for priests from the three dioceses of Solomon Islands—Gizo, Auki, and Honiara. Held at the Holy Name of Mary Seminary (HNMS) in East Honiara, Guadalcanal, this year’s retreat carries the theme: “Sainthood, Sanctity, and What Makes Us Holy?” The
The construction of a new Aviation Complex Building at Honiara International Airport is set to commence soon, marking a significant milestone in enhancing aviation infrastructure in the Solomon Islands. These works, financed by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), is managed by the Ministry of Communication and Aviation
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Honiara, Solomon Islands – Seif Ples is proud to announce the development of a comprehensive database designed to improve the management of data related to calls received by the SAFENET Helpline. This initiative aims to enhance the tracking of service reach across various regions and analyze the outcomes of the support provided, particularly in addressing
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The Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has commended scientists and government employees who participated in the National Geographic Pristine Seas-led expedition. The expedition resulted in the discovery of the world’s largest coral at the Three Sisters Islands in Makira-Ulawa Province. According to the Pristine Seas scientists, after discovering the coral, they sent its measurements to
The Media Association of Solomon Islands – MASI and Australia have a major new initiative: the Solomon Islands – Australia Media Sector Partnership. SBD 11 million over 4 years to support free and vibrant media sector – the lifeblood of democracy. The first activity under this SIAusPartnership will see every MASI member organisation receive a
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Residents near Mataniko Bridge in Honiara’s Chinatown are expressing relief that a Honiara community’s-led clean-up campaign is set for November 23rd and 24th. However, while they welcome the initiative, many are frustrated with the government’s failure to address the long-standing pollution issues along the Mataniko River. Local community leaders are voicing their disappointment, pointing out
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) and Correctional Services of Solomon Island (CSSI) have received the Sol2023 Pacific Games medal and Commissioner commendation during a presentation ceremony at Rove on November 19, 2024. Police Response Department (PRD) of RSIPF and Emergency Response Group of CSSI have received their Sol2023 Pacific Games medal
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