Economy Archive November 2022
37 articles
Ministry of Health Appreciates Generosity of Farmers
The Executive Management of the National Referral Hospital (NRH) has acknowledged the kind-hearted members of the Northwest Guadalcanal Development Association for their generous donation of fruits, vegetables and food crops to the hospital’s kitchen last week.
Helena Goldie Hospital Receives Laboratory
The Helena Goldie Hospital in Munda, Western Province, Solomon Islands is setting up its first medical laboratory.
SICCI Conducts Earthquake Impact Survey on Businesses
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has conducted an Impact on Businesses Survey businesses following the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that hit Honiara and other parts of the country last week on 22 November 2022.
Australian Defence and Solomon Government Sign Contract to Enhance Security Outpost
Defence and the joint venture, Reeves Icon and Hall have signed a contract to deliver major infrastructure works with the Solomon Islands Government, helping to support a secure and resilient region.
BINA Habour Project to Set Up Office
The proposed Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant on Malaita moved a step closer with the signing of a contract to set up a project office.
Street Parade Marks Beginning of 16 Days of Activism Campaign
The 2022 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls has been launched in Honiara, with a street parade to mark the beginning of the campaign.
AFP Marks First Year of Solomons’ International Assistance Force
It’s been one year since the Solomons’ International Assistance Force (SIAF) was established to support the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) in restoring and maintaining law and order in the country.
Australia Airlifts Much Needed Medical Supplies to Temotu
Yesterday an Australian Defence Force C-27 transported much needed medical supplies to Lata, Temotu Province on behalf of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services.
Pacific Nickel Says Kolosori Nickel Project in Solomon Islands Looking Strong
Pacific Nickel has upgraded both the overall tonnage and grade of the resource at its Kolosori nickel project in the Solomon Islands as it moves to start DSO production in mid-2023.
MET Service Warns Public of Aftershocks
The Solomon Islands Met service is warning the public to be vigilant as aftershocks is likely to continue for the next few days.
High Demand for SolTuna in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The presence of the Solomon Islands Pavilion at the 2020 World Expo in Dubai from October 2021 to April 2022, has left a lasting impression for the various companies and organizations that established business relations in the areas of Tourism, Green Energy, Medicine, Aviation and Trade and Economic Development to name a few.
Power Cut Off After Earthquake Struck Honiara
Power has been cut off for most of Honiara as preliminary assessments of damages to power lines are made.
Tsunami Warning Lifted After 7.3 Earthquake
A tsunami warning issued for Honiara and surrounding areas has been lifted.
Social and Economic Benefits of a Global ‘Green Revolution’ at Risk
Countries that fail to recognize the opportunities afforded by a ‘green revolution’ run the risk of increasing social inequality, civil unrest, and less competitive economies if proposed transitions to net-zero emissions pathways are not well managed, according to a new report released today by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Evacuation Exercise Tested on Savo
The National Disaster Management Office, NDMO, with assistance from The Australian Defence Force, ADF, successfully conducted a one day Evacuation Exercise on Savo Island.
Fire and Rescue Training Enhances Capacity
Ten officers from the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF)’s Fire and Rescue Services have recently completed a ‘Natural Disaster First Responder’ training.
RAPPP Rolls Out Youth Engagement Initiative
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) partnership program, RSIPF-AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), has rolled out its Youth & Community Engagement Program (YCEP) starting in Honiara.
105 New Positive COVID-19 Cases Recorded in Honiara
Honiara is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases with 104 positive cases recorded during the period 24th October to 8th of November.
400+ COVID-19 Cases Recorded in Lata, Tikopia and Dendu
An outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared for Temotu Province with over 400 plus cases reported in the past nine days from Lata, Tikopia and Dendu.
"Creating New Pathways" Provides Learning Space for Athletes
It was an exciting time for the Australia Awards, Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme (PALM) and Australian Volunteers Program as they support athletes from the Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) to learn about study and career opportunities.
New Dormitory Built for Gela Ilau
Education in Gela Ilau, Central Province, Solomon Islands has received a boost through the newly built girls dormitory and girl’s ablution block worth SBD 2.3-million.
Very Hungry Nomads Feasting on the Solomon Islands
Tourism Solomons certainly isn’t wasting any time in its efforts to reinstate the Solomon Islands profile on the world travel stage.
Health Tight Lipped Over Possible COVID-19 Outbreak
The Ministry of Health and Medical services are tight lipped over a possible COVID-19 outbreak in the capital, Honiara.
WHO Country Representative Presents Credentials
The World Health Organisation in Solomon Islands has welcomed its new Country Representative.
Health Strategic Plan Launched
After almost two years of review, consultations, and compilation, the Ministry of Health and Medical Services finally launched the Solomon Islands National Health Strategic Plan 2022 to 2031.
SIBC’s Editorial Independence Paramount: Dr William Parairato
Whatever the legal instrument the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) is operating under, it is imperative that the corporation maintains its editorial independence.
Flights to Lata Set to Resume Following Runway Repairs
Solomon Airlines will restart scheduled flights to Lata from this Saturday 12 November following welcome confirmation that Santa Cruz-Lata Airport is back in business after urgent runway repairs.
Man Chops Off Brother’s Hand on Suspicion of Witchcraft
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) at Tetere and Henderson Police are investigating an alleged wounding incident at Kolona Village close to the GPPOL III area.
Partnership with Churches in Action to Combat NCDs
The Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Department of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services opened a three- day workshop this week with the theme “UMI TUGEDA to reduce NCD” for Faith Based Organizations and churches under the Solomon Islands Christian Associations (SICA) and Solomon Islands Full Gospel Association (SIFCA).
Health Promotion Strategies Analysed
A four-day workshop on social and behavioral change in Solomon Islands, that aimed to strengthen the programing capacity in planning health promotion activities to trigger and sustain social and behavior change ended with great success.
Australia Boosts Police Capabilities with Vehicles and MK18 Rifles
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has delivered specialist training and donated vehicles and weapons with a combined investment of over AUD $1.3 million to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), which is continuing to strengthen its operational capability in the lead up to and beyond the Pacific Games 2023.
Second Cruise Ship Visits Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands welcomes MS Regatta in Honiara today.
Solomon Airlines Announces 60th Anniversary Celebration Sale
The celebrations continue for the national carrier and travellers across the Solomon Islands, with Solomon Airlines announcing heavily discounted fares on flights across the airline’s domestic and international network.
Local Politicians Home in MOI Torched
The National Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) are investigating an arson incident at Malaita Outer Island (MOI).
The Need to Reach the Unreached, an Ongoing Reality and Challenge
The Minister for Health, Dr. Culwick Togamana highlighted that the need to reach the unreached in the Solomon Islands is an ongoing challenge for the government and the Ministry of Health.
Australian Government Reviews Travel Advice for Solomon Islands
The Australian Government has reviewed its advisory for travelers visiting the Solomon Islands and effective immediately, the travel advice level has been lowered to ‘exercise normal safety precautions.’
Officers Graduate with Level 2 International Mine Action Standard Certificate
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team graduated six of its officers after completing the level two of International Mine Action Standard (IMAS) at Hell’s Point, East Honiara.
