Economy Archive August 2022
49 articles
Beche-de-mer Harvesting Will Close on 1st September 2022
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) wish to inform the public that the opening season of beche-de-mer fishery will end on 1st September 2022.
47 Days at Sea: “The Hand of God Saved Me”
I was saved by God is the emotional confession from a 58-year-old survivor from Solomon Islands Webster Malefo Anisi who went missing at sea for 47 days.
Sogavare Says Delays in Approval Prevented Naval Boats from Docking
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has clarified some misinformation currently carried on international media about the visit by the US Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Henry and HMS Spey.
Dash-8 Set to Resume Service
Solomon Airlines will ramp up domestic operations across Solomon Islands from October following the return of the airline’s Dash-8 aircraft next month.
RSIPF and SIAF Continue Preparations for Upcoming Parliament Sitting
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and members of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) under the Solomons’ International Assistance Force (SIAF) continue their preparations for the upcoming sitting of Parliament.
Ngoliana Community Improves Sanitation Faclities
Ngoliana Community in Northeast Malaita, Solomon Islands is restoring its mangrove forests and increasing access to improved sanitation facilities through the construction of 18 flush toilet facilities.
RSIPF Working with the Community to Prevent Unlawful Activities
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) are working with communities to build strong relationships to help maintain peace and security and prevent unlawful activities.
The Future is Green
The Foirobo Tribe Biodiversity Conservation Association (FTBCA) in the Baegu region of North East Malaita launched its conservation project supported by the GEF Small Grants Programme.
Solomon Airlines Suspends Flights to Lata
Solomon Airlines has confirmed the airline has regrettably ceased all flights to Lata effective immediately due to the deteriorating condition of the runway.
E-Commerce Allows Small and Medium Enterprises to Access New Markets
E-Commerce once fully rolled out in the country will allow small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to access new markets regionally and internationally with much ease.
Critical Drugs for Asthmatic Patients Arrives
The current flu outbreak has stretched not only medical personnel but also critical drug supplies for chronic illnesses such as asthma.
Health Stocking up on Medical Supplies, Urges Public Not to Panic
The Ministry of Health and Medical services says it is still in the process of releasing containers at the Solomon Ports and stocking up on medical supplies to health facilities in the country, including the National Referral Hospital (NRH).
New Kwaiafa Bridge in East Malaita Opens
A new Kwaiafa bridge in Ward 15 of East Malaita Constituency (EMC) has officially opened to traffic Friday last week (19th August 2022) replacing the old structure that was broken-down for over 20 years.
1,667 International Arrivals in Second Quarter of 2022
The National Statistics Office has recorded a total of 1,667 international arrivals in the second quarter of this year.
Health Minister Attends the 6th Asia Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health in Seoul
Health Minister Hon. Dr. Culwick Togamana along with Hon. Peter Kenilorea Jr, in his capacity as a parliamentarian and the Deputy Secretary for Health Care Dr. Gregory Jilini have left for Seoul where they will participate in the 6th Asia Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health (APPFGH) which starts on the 24th August 2022.
ABC Film Crew Documents Solomon Islands Athletes
A film crew from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) are currently here in Honiara documenting for 'THAT PACIFIC SPORTS SHOW.'
Four Arrested in Relation to Murder at Vara Creek
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Central Police Station re-arrested four suspects in relation to a murder incident at Vara Creek recently.
72% of Emergency Department Admissions Have Respitory Problems
The current influenza outbreak in Honiara has seen an influx in patients being referred to the National Referral Hospital (NRH).
Identification and Disposal of UXOs is Part of PAU Project
News of a large number of Unexploded Ordnances (UXOs) detected at the Taro airfield in Choiseul Province is part of activities under the Provincial Airfield Upgrades (PAU) project the government of New Zealand, Australia and Solomon Islands are jointly implementing.
MRD M&E Team Assess Projects in Central Makira
The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team were welcomed in Central Makira Constituency (CMC) and received overwhelming support from the rural populace in ward 11.
Police Investigates Death of Young Man
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is investigating the circumstances surrounding an incident in the Kukum area, in Honiara, that resulted in the death of a young person on Tuesday 9 August 2022.
British Council Brings New UK Music Through Paoa FM to Honiara
The British Council together with the British High Commission in Honiara and local radio station, Paoa FM are bringing new UK Music to Solomon Islands.
RSIPF Wagina Police Station Officially Opened
The Minister responsible for the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS), Hon. Anthony Veke, has officially opened the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Wagina Police Station in Choiseul Province on Friday 5th, August 2022.
Australia Supports Health With SBD$2.3M to Fight Measles and Rubella
Australia says it will provide responsive support to the Solomon Islands Government through the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) to roll out a nationwide Measles and Rubella Supplementary Immunization Activity.
Teachers Strengthen Capacity to be Ready for Tsunami
The UN Development Programme, in partnership with Japan and the Solomon Islands local agencies, trained a total of 113 schoolteachers (58% male and 43% female) from 13 schools in the Western Province to be ready for disasters.
Pacific Flavors to Showcase at Top Australian Trade Show
Exporters from across the Pacific region are readying to showcase their premium products and unique Pacific flavor at Fine Food Australia, the southern hemisphere’s leading trade exhibition for the food, hospitality, and retail industries, from September 5 – 8 this year.
APTC Opens New Training Rooms
Australia is boosting its labor mobility program in the Pacific with the help of the Australia Pacific Training Coalition, Australia’s technical and vocational training program.
Six Candidates to Contest West Kwaio By-election
A total of six candidates have been nominated for the West Kwaio by-election after the closure of the 7 days nomination period yesterday.
40-Year-Old Charged With Rape
A 40-year-old has been arrested and charged for allegedly raping two girls ages 10 and 11.
RSIPF Officers Headed to Australia on Exchange Program With AFP
Two Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) officers have travelled to Australia to participate in the ‘AFP & RSIPF Exchange 1/2022’ program with the Australian Federal Police (AFP).
Win Win’s Attempted Gold Smuggling and Tax Evasion Settled: Kuma
The Minister of Finance and Treasury Harry Kuma has revealed that the attempted gold smuggling and tax evasion by Win Win company has been settled administratively.
Health Prepares to Fight Scabies Through a Mass Drug Administration Campaign
The Ministry of Health and Medical services (MHMS) is planning a mass drug administration (MDA) campaign for scabies in Honiara.
SIAF, RSIPF Patrol Deepen Engagement With Community
As part of their ongoing community engagement, the Solomons’ International Assistance Force (SIAF) and Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) conducted a joint foot patrol at Koa Hill community in Central Honiara last week.
Increase in Influenza Like Illness Not COVID-19
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) is receiving increasing number of reports of Influenza-like illnesses (ILI) from the NRH and other health facilities in Honiara and Malaita.
Japan Increases Grant Funding for COVID-19 Support
The Governments of Solomon Islands and Japan on Sunday 7th August 2022, signed the Exchange of Notes for Japanese grant aid under the Social and Economic Program of Japan for an approximate 200 million Yen, which is equivalent to SBD$10.9 million.
RSIPF Officers Attend Sexual Offense Training
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) officers attended a sexual offence training at the Rove Academy last Friday.
Police Investigates Stabbing of Japanese Media Personnel at Bloody Ridge
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) has launched an investigation into an incident, which occurred at the commemoration ceremony of the 80th Anniversary of the battle on Guadalcanal at bloody ridge on Monday 8 August.
Premier Sade Condemns Violent Act Against Japanese Media Personal
The Premier of Guadalcanal, Honorable Francis Sade, has strongly condemns the unfortunate incident which involved a local stabbing a Japanese Navy during the 80th World War II Remembrance Ceremony at Bloody Ridge National Park today morning.
Australia Supports Skills Training at Don Bosco Technical Institute and Don Bosco Tetere Rural Training Centre
The Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI) at Henderson and Don Bosco Tetere Rural Training Centre (DBTC) were supported with vehicles, tools and equipment as part of the Australian Government’s commitment to the Solomon Islands Skills Strengthening project.
UK’s Top Scuba Dive Magazine Highlights Munda in the Western Province
Considered one of the UK’s leading scuba diving magazines Scuba Diver Mag has just highlighted Munda in its latest online edition.
Australia Partners with Government and UNDP to Boost Weather Reporting Capacity
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) is the responsible Government office for issuing weather updates and early warning information for most natural hazards such as tsunamis, cyclones, flooding, heavy rainfall, and other potential disasters.
RSIPF Officers Better Equipped to Combat Transnational Crime
Four officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) have boosted their skills in drug and digital forensics after completing the Forensic Phase Two Instrument Training, delivered by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) through the RSIPF-AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP).
Government Says It Will Take Cautious Approach to Deep Sea Mining
The government says it will take a cautious approach when it come to any future approvals for deep sea mining projects in the country.
Solomon Visit Also of Personal Significance
The weekend will see a high-level US delegation travel to the Solomon Islands to mark the 80th anniversary of the World War II Battle of Guadalcanal.
MRD Embarks on First Ever Rural Development Policy
The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) is currently working on developing the first ever Solomon Islands Constituency Development Policy.
Health Supplies Finally Arrive
Much needed health supplies have arrived in country, with the Ministry of Health working hard to release the containers urgently, first two was released yesterday.
How an Island Within Solomon Islands is Attracting International Attention Yet Again
The secretly negotiated and signed Solomon Islands – China security agreement made international headlines recently, the crux of such concerns is the possibility that China will use the agreement to put a military base in the country.
Solomon Islands on Level 2 Alert for Monkeypox
Solomon Islands is on Level 2 Alert for Monkeypox, while this is considered low there is still some risk for the general population in the country.
AFP Supports RSIPF With Six New Patrol Vehicles
Acting Commander of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF)-Australian Federal Police (AFP) Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), Heath Davies, handed over six new vehicles to the RSIPF to support its frontline policing operations.
