Business Archive July 2021
34 articles
50,000 Australian-Made AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccines Arrive in Solomon Islands
Fifty thousand Australian-made AstraZeneca doses arrived in Solomon Islands on 29 July on a flight from Brisbane - the largest single consignment of AstraZeneca doses yet to arrive in Solomon Islands from anywhere in the world.
National Referral Hospital Restricts Entry After COVID-19 Scare
The scare caused by the positive COVID-19 cases on board a cargo vessel that passed through Honiara has prompted health authorities to restrict entry at the national referral hospital – with current status raised to ‘alert level’.
Schools Enforce Strong Rules Against “Coupen” Drug Use
Secondary Schools are enforcing additional rules to fight against the use of “Coupen” in schools.
Securing Our Greener Future
For the first time ever, the UN Development Programme Small Grants Programme in Solomon Islands handed over the certificate of afforestation project completion to its grantee, Isi Akson Theatre Art Trust (Inc).
Police Has Not Received Any Report Against Suidani: Mangau
Police Commissioner Mostyn Mangau has confirmed that the police have not received, or are not investigating, any report against Malaita’s Premier Daniel Suidani.
MASI Conducts Scoping Study to Strengthen Media Industry
The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) is embarking on a scoping study to strengthen the media industry.
Australia Supports Upgrades to ICT Services
The Solomon Island Government’s (SIG) information communication technology (ICT) services will be more secure and efficient for users thanks to installation of a full IT Service Management System and upgrades to the Service Monitoring Centre, both funded by the Australian Government.
Frontliners Test Negative After Cargo Vessel Scare
Thirteen out of fourteen crew members of a cargo vessel that passed through Honiara have tested positive for COVID-19 on arrival in Nauru.
Our Dual Crises: NCD’s and COVID-19
Solomon Islands has one of the highest rates of non-communicable diseases (NCD) in the Pacific region.
Company Tells Local Farmers to Leave Mamara, Offers No Compensation for Loss
Local farmers are bearing the brunt of the expanding Mamara housing development project.
Putting Livestock Farmers in the Driver’s Seat
At the New Zealand camp behind Henderson area there is a potential pig breeder farmer called Chris Susa.
Noni Farmers Told to Seek Guidance from MAL
Existing and prospective Noni farmers in the country are advised to seek technical advice from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL), through its extension department, if they wish to cultivate Noni as a commercial crop.
The Resilience of Temotu’s Low Lying Islands
The outlying islands of Temotu are some of the worst affected from storm surges and sea level rise.
COVID-19 Vaccination Sites Expands
The Ministry of Health and Medical services (MHMS) has established new sites for those eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination.
COVID-19 Vaccination Drive Targets 415,500 People
Prime Minster Manasseh Sogavare is pleading to those eighteen years and above to get vaccinated and protect those that cannot get vaccinated.
Prime Minister Farewells Late High Commissioner Barnabas Anga
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare joined the Governor General, Sir David Vunagi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Jeremiah Manele and other dignitaries to farewell His Excellency, the High Commissioner of Solomon Islands to Papua New Guinea, the Late Barnabas Anga at a burial Service in Honiara this afternoon (Sunday 18 July).
Sustaining Peace Through Customary Land Recording
The UN Development Programme (UNDP) in Solomon Islands, in partnership with the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Survey, has supported the customary land recording in selected locations in Western, Guadalcanal, and Malaita provinces.
Land Recorder Applauds Western Province Support Towards Land Recording Programme
The Government’s National Land Recorder, Mrs. Mary Tegavota has applauded the Western Provincial Government and Tribal Chiefs for their support towards implementing the Government’s Customary Land Recording programme.
MAL Sets Example by Taking COVID-19 Jab
Staff at the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) have joined citizens both in Honiara and across the country in the fight against COVID-19 by taking their Covid-19 vaccination.
Missing Seven at Sea Found Alive
The seven people feared dead after their boat failed to reach their destination were found safe and well.
Wale Cautions Government Over Future Repatriation Plans
Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale cautions the government not to down play the recent mutation of the corona virus into the delta variant as it plans repatriation flights for standard citizens abroad.
Foreigner on Board Logging Vessel Tests Positive for COVID-19
A Malaysian national has tested positive for COVID-19.
COVID-19 Delta Variant Threat Imminent: Sogavare
In his recent nationwide address Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare warns that the threat from the highly transmissible ‘Delta Variant of COVID-19’, which has now proven to be air-born, is imminent.
COVID-19: Can Solomon Islands Reach Herd Immunity?
The reason why many countries push for its population to get vaccinated against COVID-19 is so that it can reach herd immunity.
Bulkshop E-commerce Online Platform Launched
Solomon Islands will now have its own e-commerce online platform with the launching of Bulkshop’s e-commerce service.
Local Businesses Benefit from Donated Equipment from Australia
Three small enterprises have received value-adding equipment donated by the Australian Center for International Agriculture Research (ACIAR) last week.
Voluntary Blood Donation Crucial for Life
“They cannot give you blood transfusion unless somebody donates blood for you”, Mike (not his real name) tells of his wife's plight, who was a cancer patient.
SICCI Partners with Facebook to Support Digital Growth
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) and Facebook are partnering to equip local small businesses with the digital skills to connect with customers and support them to grow online.
Mass Gatherings Urged to Abide by Covid Measures
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) would like to remind all organizations, committees and individuals organizing mass gathering events to fill up the pre-event or pre-mass gathering assessment form for the National Health Emergency Operation Centre (NHEOC) to review, assess and make recommendation.
Man Charged With False Pretense
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at the Fraud Unit within the National Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) at the Rove Police Headquarters have arrested and charged a male person for allegation of false pretense on 2 July 2021.
Let’s Keep Our Country Moving: Solomon Airlines
Solomon Airlines has announced an expansion of the national tourism initiative ‘Iumi Tugeda Holidays’ in time for Solomon Islands Independence Day, to further support the local tourism industry and encourage more Solomon Islanders to travel on the discounted holiday deals throughout 2021.
Health Ministry Warns Vaccines Will Expire Soon
The Ministry of Health and Medical services (MHMS) is calling on those who are due to receive their second COVID-19 vaccine to do so soon.
Second Jab of COVID-19 Vaccine Critical for Protection
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) is calling on all persons who are eligible for their second dose of COVID-19 vaccine either Sinopharm or AstraZeneca to come forward to receive their 2nd dose at the Central Field Hospital (CFH).
Australia Provides Transport Support to National Training Providers in Solomon Islands
Australia has provided three boats and a bus to four training providers in order to enhance students’ learning experiences as part of its commitment to strengthening the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector in Solomon Islands.
