Business Archive January 2023
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Solomon Islands Registers Minimal Improvements in Corruption Perception Index (CPI)
The country ranks 77 and scores 43 respectively according to the Solomon Islands Corruption Perception Index (CPI) recently released by Transparency International and launched by Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI).
Miss Solomon Islands Visits Savaii in Samoa
Miss Solomon Islands Tiare Haro has settled in well since her arrival in Samoa for the Miss South Pacific.
Police in Tulagi Arrest and Charge a 40-years-old Male for Rape
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Tulagi police station in Central Province have arrested and charged a 40-years-old male for raping a 13-years-old female at Savo Island in Central Province on 22 January 2023.
Developing an Integrated Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (iMRV) tool for Solomon Islands
Over 30 representatives from government, ministries, CSOs and private sector organizations that work in the sectors that involve in joined the inception workshop to initiate the design and development of and effective and robust iMRV tool.
No Tsunami Threat After Earthquake
An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 occurred at 01:35 am early this morning near Latitude 60.2 Degrees South, Longitude 155.4 Degrees East.
Solomon Islands 2023 Cruise Season Well Underway
The Solomon Islands 2023 cruise season is off to a cracking start with seven ships already confirmed over the next four months.
Solomon Islands Not Ready to Graduate from Least Developed Country Status
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Jeremiah says the Solomon Islands is not ready to graduate from its least developed country status.
84 PALM Workers Depart for Australia Under Labour Mobility Scheme
A total of 84 people completed their Pre-Departure Briefing last week as the number of workers recruited under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme continues to increase.
Police Arrest a Male Person for Arson Incident in Choiseul Province
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) at Taro Police Station have arrested a male suspect for burning a dwelling house at Sagasaga village Choiseul Province on 5 January 2023.
Search Continues For Two Missing Children After Boat Overturned
Two children remain missing in Solomon Islands waters after a boat overturned more than a week ago.
Ministry of Education and Key Partners Celebrate International Day of Education
The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) celebrates the International Day of Education 2023 with Solomon Islands Education Sector Support Program government partners.
Police Investigate Suspicious Death of Young Man
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Noro police station are investigating a suspicious death following the discovery of a young man’s body hanging inside his bedroom on the 17 January 2023 in Western Province.
5.0 Earthquake Hits Near Shortland
A magnitude-5.0 earthquake occurred in the Solomon Sea, near Shortland Island at around 07:13 this morning.
Police Clamp Down on Dynamite Fishing
Dynamite fishing is on the rise in the Central Province and police are clamping down on those involved.
50 Year Old Arrested for Raping Niece
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Tulagi Police Station in Central Province have arrested and remanded a male person in his 50s for raping his 14-year-old niece at big Ngella in Central Province.
SIWA Cuts off Supply from Kongulai Water Source
Solomon Water has cut off water supply from its Kongulai water source because of high turbidity.
Ground Breaks for Multimillion Dollar Airfield Project in Taro
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has paid homage to the landowners of Taro airfield for allowing their land for the important infrastructure.
Solomon Airlines Seeks Greater Cooperation With Air Vanuatu
Solomon Airlines CEO Mr. Gus Kraus met with newly appointed CEO of Air Vanuatu Mr. Joseph Laloyer in Port Vila last weekend, for two days of discussions to further their Melanesian ties and discuss greater cooperation between the national carriers.
JICA and Health Minister Progress Kilu’ufi Hospital Project
Ministry of Health and Medical Services together with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on 12th Thursday signed Minutes of Discussions on the Preparatory Survey for the Project of improvement and expansion of Kiluúfi Hospital.
Heavy Rain Warning Still in Force
The Solomon Islands Meteorological service (METS) says the heavy rain warning that is associated with a trough south of the Solomon Islands is still in force.
Staying Fit and Active: AFP Funds Outdoor Gym for Police
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and Australian Federal Police (AFP) Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP) rolled out a pilot outdoor gym program at Tetere Police Station during the opening program last month (December).
Boosting Exports: Solomon Islands Moves to Meet Export Standards
The Enhance Integrated Framework (EIF) Project implemented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MFAET) has provided a lot of positive impacts on the export sector to ensuring it meets international standards.
34 Busted for Illegal Gambling
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and members of Solomon’s International Assistance Force (SIAF) have arrested 34 suspects during the operation “STOPEM GAMBLING” last week.
Solomon Airlines Congratulates Pilot Lyndah Owen on Promotion to Dash-8 Captain in Command
Solomon Airlines has kicked off 2023 with congratulations to pilot Lyndah Tito Owen, on her promotion from Dash 8 First Officer to Captain of the national carrier’s largest domestic aircraft.
Police Investigates Death of Infant
Police at Tulagi in Central Island Province are investigating an infanticide incident in relation to the body of a female infant found washed ashore at Boromole Village seaside on 21 December 2022.
