Business Archive February 2023
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Tropical Low Over Parts of Solomon Islands
A special weather advice was issued this morning by the Solomon Islands Meteorological services (METS) for Temotu and Rennell Bellona provinces.
SICCI Concerned With Increases in HCC License Fees
The increase of rates of business operating license fees in 2023 by the Honiara City Council (HCC) raises concern about the impact on businesses operating in Honiara city and the wider economy.
Police Arrest and Charge 20 Year Old For Double Murder in Malaita Province
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Auki Police Station have arrested and charged a 20-year-old male suspect for a double murder incident that occurred at Manu area, East Fataleka in Malaita Province on 20 February 2023.
Telekom TV and SIBC Sign MOU for Broadcast of Pacific Games 2023
Solomon Telekom Company Limited’s television service TTV and the National Broadcaster Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) have agreed on a carriage relationship to broadcast the new SIBC TV service nationwide on TTV’s transmitters and streaming Application TTV Now.
UK-Solomon Islands Organise 3-day Workshop on Human Trafficking for Journalists
The 3-day workshop on “Awareness of the Trafficking of Women and Girls in Solomon Islands for Sexual and Domestic Exploitation and Abuse” has begun in Honiara.
Expenditures Relating to Pacific Games and General Elections Need to be Well Controlled
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mr. Masafumi Yabara visited Solomon Islands during February 8 to 21 to hold discussions on the 2023 Article IV Consultation.
New Registration Requirements in Place for Tax Agents
Under the new Tax Administration Act 2022, all tax agents must be registered book-keepers and registered certified practicing accountants with the Institute of Solomon Islands Accountants (ISIA).
Establishment of Tina Community Benefit Share Fund (CBSF) on Track
The registration of the Tina Community Benefit Share Fund (CBSF) is on track, following a one-day consultation and the appointment of an interim-committee in mid-February 2023.
Attachment Programme to Foster Cooperation Between Financial Intelligence Units
The Solomon Islands Financial Intelligence Unit (SIFIU) is upgrading its capability to counter corruption and money laundering through an attachment programme to Papua New Guinea’s Financial Analysis & Supervision Unit (FASU).
SIG Scholarship Committee Investigates Allegations
Investigations into the misuse of scholarships awarded by the Solomon Islands government (SIG) will soon be conducted by the Solomon Islands Tertiary Education and Skills Authority (SITESA).
Copen Remains Highly Prevalent in School Aged Children
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and Australian Federal Police Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), held a seminar that focused on Copen Awarenes at Rove Police Headquarters recently.
Matariu-Jericho New Soccer Field Nears Completion
Youths of Matariu and Jericho, two of Honiara’s most densely occupied city suburbs, will soon have a brand new, state-of-the-art soccer field on their doorstep.
Solomon Airlines An Official Sponsor of Pacific Games 2023
Solomon Airlines is the latest Solomon Islands company to team up with the Sol2023 Pacific Games (PG) as an official sponsor.
Auditor General Calls for Strengthening of Procurement Processes in Light of COVID-19 Audits
The Auditor General has issued a special thematic audit report calling on the Government to strengthen procurement processes after compliance audits of three key ministries uncovered a series of problematic procurement practices in their management of $90 million COVID-19 response funds.
Assessment of Preferred Suppliers for Constituency Projects Underway
Preferred Supplier Arrangement (PSA) public tenders for the supply of goods to the government through the 50 constituencies is currently underway.
SICCI Hosts Information Session on Tax Administration Act for Businesses
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) in partnership with the Inland Revenue Division (IRD) on Wednesday 1 February 2023 hosted an Information Session for businesses focusing on the Tax Administration Act.
Fight Against Scabies Reaches 50% of Solomon Islands Population
The nationwide rollout of the Mass Drug Administration (MDA) against scabies is progressing well.
Health Minister Meets New Australian High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands
Health Minister Hon. Dr. Culwick Togamana and his officials met with the new Australian High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands, His Excellency, Mr. Rod Hilton in a courtesy meeting, on Friday, 10 February.
Tina Hydro Project Sponsors 52 Students
Classes are ready to commence for 52 students from catchment communities sponsored by the Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP) under the Community Benefit Sharing Project (CBSP).
Strong Wind Warning for Parts of Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Services (METS) has issued a strong wind warning this morning.
4,200 Tenders Received for 360 Lots in South Honiara
People are clearly desperate for formally registered land in Honiara. The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Survey has revealed that 360 Lots of land in South Honiara were put up for tender late last year – 4,200 tenders were received.
Sogavare Pushes to Revitalize Agriculture
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has called on concerned government ministries to continue to support Commodities Export Marketing Authority’s 7 years revitalization and recapitalization strategy.
Solomon Islands Cocoa Trial Shipment to the Emirates
Solomon Islands cocoa is set to enter the lucrative Emirates market. Pakera Cocoa and Copra Buying Center in Makira Ulawa Province sets history, as it becomes the first Province and buying center whose copra product will be sent to United Arab Emirates as trial export.
Villagers Call on Authorities to Investigate and Remove Dangerous Explosives
There are fears dangerous explosives stored carelessly and with no regard for the safety of villagers in Ruaniu, northeast Guadalcanal, could wipe out the village if it explodes.
No Tsunami Threat After 5.0 Quake
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service says there is no tsunami threat after a 5.0 magnitude earthquake hit Malango on Guadalcanal, approximately 27 kilometres west - southwest of Honiara.
