Latest News Archive October 2021
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Police Corrects Report Relating to Break-in Incindent at KG VI Area
An earlier report by the police stating that the Pacific Games site was broken into and several items stolen has been retracted.
Rumors Confirmed as Untrue
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services would like to confirm that the rumors circulating social media yesterday that 3 COVID-19 positive persons had boarded the Fiji-Solomon Islands repatriation flight were untrue.
Farmer’s Broadens Knowledge on Kava Cultivation
A two-day theory and practical training on kava farming practices was successfully held at Halavo village in Central Island Province (CIP) from 22nd-23rd October 2021.
Knowledge Series kicks off for Anti-corruption and Integrity Institutions
The first seminar of the knowledge series kicked off today with the national anti-corruption and integrity institutions of Pacific Island Countries (PICs) for validation of the master-level anti-corruption knowledge sharing programme being rolled out by UN Development Programme (UNDP).
Items Stolen from Pacific Games Site
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) at Naha Police Station are investigating a break-in incident at China Harbor Engineering Company (CHEC) over the weekend at KG VI area East of Honiara.
Solomon Islands Witnesses Russia's Space Program at World Expo 2020
Solomon Islands representative at the current World Expo 2020 in Dubai has been invited to witness Russia’s Space Programme display.
Minister of Provincial Government Adjourns Malaita Assembly
The Minister of Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening (MPGIS) has invoked section 47 of the Provincial Government Act to formally adjourn Malaita Provincial Government’s meeting today (October 27) to a date to be determined by the Speaker in accordance with Order 57 or otherwise.
Mover Confirms Motion Against Suidani Withdrawn
The mover of the motion against Malaita Premier Daniel Suidani told protestors that he has withdrawn the motion.
Bomb Did Not Kill Father and Son: EOD
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) say that based on early assessments it appears the blast that killed a father and his son was not a bomb.
People Power: Motion Against Suidani Withdrawn
The motion of no confidence against Malaita Premier Daniel Suidani has been withdrawn.
Sogavare – Stop Pretending
The Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, has labelled the statement by the Prime Minister calling for Malaita leaders to resolve their political issues as hypocritical.
Strategy to Revitalize the Agriculture Sector launched
A 10-year strategy targeted at revitalising, modernising and commercialising the country’s agriculture sector was launched on Tuesday 19th October 2021.
Chamber of Commerce hosts Inaugural Infrastructure Symposium
The inaugural Infrastructure Symposium with the theme “Prioritising Local Content for road to Recovery” attended by more than 100 delegates was held in Honiara on 21 and 22 October 2021.
Pasifiki Family Meet at Expo 2020 Dubai
Pacific Islanders at the Expo 2020 Dubai convened on Monday 25th October to acquaint themselves on the opening of what is dubbed as the the largest show on earth.
Chief Says Geopolitics at Play in Motion Against Suidani
The motion is not in any-way a surprise to me, Frank Daoga, a prominent Chief on Manaoba in Malaita said.
Father and Son Killed in Bomb Blast
A father and his son have died after a bomb blast late yesterday around 7pm.
PM Sogavare Launches Strategy to Revitalise Agriculture Sector
A 10-year strategy targeted at revitalising, modernising and commercialising the country’s agriculture sector was launched on Tuesday 19th October 2021.
Cyberbullying Ends Tragically
The rise of social media has also given rise to cyberbullying - this includes, but not limited to, making hurtful comments online, targeting an individual or group.
197,643 COVID Doses Administered as of Last Friday: PM
A total of 197,643 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered since last week Friday 15th October.
Game 2 of Warriors Clash Postponed
The much-awaited game two of the Off-Season Challenge between Honiara based Malaita Crusaders Rugby Club and Eastern Highlanders of Bellona, has been rescheduled for Tuesday 26th October, 2021.
MPs Urged to Focus on Agriculture and Fisheries
The 50 Members of Parliament (MPs) are being urged to turn their focus on the agriculture and fisheries sector for the next decade, to help boost the economy of the country.
Severe Health Condition Encourages Kelinda to Persevere
Despite being diagnosed with renal failure in December 2019, 41-year-old Kelinda Dame Tsiode from Buada District Nauru Island achieved her dream of graduating with a Diploma in Accounting (Level 5) from The University of the South Pacific’s (USP) Laucala Campus.
Sogavare Condemns Killing of Innocent Soul
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has condemned in the strongest terms the alleged killing of an innocent seven year old girl last week in Kolombangara, Western Province.
Police Monitors Situation in Auki as Motion Nears
Police are currently monitoring the current situation in Auki as the motion of no confidence against the Honorable Premier of Malaita, Daniel Suidani, nears.
2022 Budget Aims to Build Strong Resilient Economy: PM
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said the top-down approach inherited by the Government under the 2021 Policy Redirection will continue to support the overarching twin objectives of the Government.
Only 12% of Target Population Vaccinated
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has reiterated the National Cabinet’s target at 90% vaccination coverage to ensure the country’s borders are fully reopened.
Two Arrested in Death of 7 Year Old Girl
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands police force (RSIP) at Gizo in Western Province are questioning two suspects in relation to a suspicious death of a 7-year-old girl who went missing on 14 October 2021.
Sickening Rape and Killing of an Innocent Young Girl
The rape and killing of an innocent seven-year-old girl is sickening, and should be a wake-up call to all of us. Something is seriously wrong.
Over 50 Solomon Power Staff to Support COVID-19 Vaccine Awareness
COVID-19 threat to our health and lives is indiscriminate, every single person more especially those unvaccinated are at risk of getting very sick, admitted to the hospital and die from COVID-19.
PM Launches 2022 Budget
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has officially launched the National Government’s 2022 Budget Preparation at the Mendana Hotel in Honiara today.
Bills and Legislation Committee Concludes Temotu Hearing
The Bills and Legislation Committee have concluded their inquiry into the Public Health Emergency Bill 2021 in Lata, Temotu province last week.
“Joining the RSIPF is a Great Privilege”
Twenty eight-year-old Nivaldo Esdale Tuanivalu who hails from Bemuta Village in Guadalcanal Province is one of the 47 male recruits into the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) out of the 70 participants in the second group of recruits for this year at the Police Academy at the Rove Police Headquarters in Honiara.
100,000 More AstraZeneca Vaccines Arrive
As the Ministry of Medical Health and Services (MHMS) steps up the national vaccine roll-out to the provinces, Australia continues to provide Solomon Islands with a steady, reliable, and safe supply of vaccines to help protect the community and those on the frontline.
Promising Results for Nickel Deposits on Isabel
Pacific Nickel Mines Ltd. estimates the Jejevo tenement on Isabel Island has 14.42 million metric tons of nickel at a grade of 1.29%.
Palau and Cook Islands Lead the World on COVID-19 Vaccinations
The small Pacific country of Palau has more than 99 per cent of its eligible population fully vaccinated, contesting top spot in the world for COVID-19 vaccination rates, according to government data.
Bond University Boosting Solomon Islands’ Bid to Top the 2023 Pacific Games
A new partnership between Australia's Bond university and Solomon Islands Sport Leadership Institute (SISLI) will involve Bond Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science students analyzing athletes across 30 sports, ticking off everything from injury prevention to physiological requirements.
Pacific Civil Society and Illustrators Becoming Public Finance Management Experts
More than 50 civil society organization (CSO) representatives and illustrators from Fiji, Tuvalu, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea are on their way to being experts as they proceed into the second phase of the ‘Almost Experts’ mentorship program that will be virtually launched on 13 October 2021 at 11 a.m. (Fiji Time).
Repatriation Flight from Fiji Confirmed
The national carrier, Solomon Airlines, will operate a repatriation flight for eligible citizens and travelers from Fiji.
Thousands Welcome Premier Suidani in Auki
Thousands waited patiently in Auki for the arrival of their Premier, Hon. Daniel Suidani, yesterday.
Magistrates’ Court Circuits To Go Ahead With Support From Australia
Magistrates’ Court circuits to the provinces will now go ahead for the rest of this year after the Australian Government agreed to make up the funding shortfall which last month forced the cancellation of the remainder of the 2021 court circuit calendar.
Falake Community Pig Farmer’s Capacity Enhanced
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL), through its Livestock Department, recently conducted a capacity boost up training on pig husbandry practices and management for farmers at Falake community in West Kwara’ae, Malaita Province.
Access to Justice in Solomon Islands: Formal and Informal Pathways Post RAMSI
A new survey into justice mechanisms in Solomon Islands shows that significant advancements have been made since the end of the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands, but also that much more needs to be done.
Good Showing for Solomon Islands in Dubai Expo 2020
With more than a week now since the Official Opening of the Expo 2020 Dubai, visitors from the various multi-nationalities have also paid a visit to our Solomon Islands Pavilion.
Taro and Seghe Runway Construction Contract Signed
The Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare said the signing of the construction contract of the Seghe and Taro runways marks another milestone in progressing the implementation of the Provincial Airports Programme.
Police Arrest 27 Year Old for Raping 16 Year Old Girl
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) in Auki have arrested a 27-year-old male suspect for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl in a Pajero car along the Ambu main road close to Auki town on 2 October 2021.
Young Ambrose Talks of Persistence and Determination in School
He is only 17 years old but he talks about plans that are probably well beyond his age.
Geopolitics is Dividing Our Nation: Wale
The Opposition Leader, Hon. Mathew Wale, says geopolitics is “driving a wedge between us, and dividing the country.”
Contract to Upgrade Seghe and Taro Runways Signed
Improvements are set to commence on two Solomon Islands runways, following the signing of a significant construction contract between the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) and Downer New Zealand, witnessed by Solomon Islands Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare in Honiara, yesterday.
UNMISS Farewells Police Commissioner
With emotion shining in her eyes, Fijian National and the first woman to be appointed as Police Commissioner of the world's largest peacekeeping mission, UNMISS, Ms. Unaisi Bolatolu-Vuniwaqa watched with pride as her police officers marched in tight formation before her in a special parade of honour to bid farewell to their leader.
PM and Chinese Envoy Signs Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has signed the Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation with the Chinese Ambassador Li Ming.
Solomon Water Advise Honiara Residents to Boil Water
With the recent torrential downpour experienced in Honiara and parts of Guadalcanal, Solomon Water has issued an advisory to Honiara residents, particularly those that receive their water from the Kongulai water source, to boil all water for food preparation and consumption.
Two Defendants Plead Guilty For Playing Loud Music
It's a common nuisance in Honiara, loud music being played without care or concern for others.
Bridging Cultures Through Rugby
Honiara based Malaita Crusaders Rugby Club is set to take on the mighty Eastern Highlanders of East Bellona, in a newly initiated off season tournament named, “Clash of the Warriors."
Building a Stronger Media Association of Solomon Islands
The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) will be better equipped to carry out it’s important role of building a skilled, independent and ethical media sector in Solomon Islands after receiving new equipment funded by the Australian Government.
Target Vaccination Population is 400k Plus: PM Sogavare
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the country’s target population to be fully vaccinated is 414,327 people.
Solomon Islander Joins World Taekwondo Oceania Council
Bronwyn Kanainiu of the Solomon Islands has been named as a council member of the World Taekwondo Oceania (WTO).
Solomon Islands Push for USD$100 Carbon Levy on International Shipping
Solomon Islands, Kiribati and the Republic of Marshall Islands are pushing to decarbonize the shipping industry by 2050.
“No Jab No Job” Deadline Looms
Just over three weeks from now the ‘No Jab, No Job’ deadline will expire and public servants that have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 will be stood down on half-pay.
Facebook Back Online, Loss of USD$5.9 Billion in Global Outage
Facebook's share price has been walloped by the recent global outage, stripping billions out of company CEO Mark Zuckerberg's personal fortune.
Facebook and Related Apps Down
Popular social networking site Facebook (FB) is currently down. Other social media services related to FB, including Instagram and WhatsApp, have also suffered outages.
Dr. Pikacha Received Recognition For His Work
Dr. Patrick Pikacha has received recognition for his significant environmental achievements in the South Pacific.
Government and MARA Trade Accusations
Daniel Suidani, Premier and leader of the MARA led government in Malaita province, has been accused of putting unnecessary pressure on his Acting Premier Nelson Lenty to boycott the Premiers Conference since the start of the Conference on Wednesday 22 September.
Preparations Finalized for Solomon Islands World Expo Pavilion
For the first time in World Expo history, every participating country will have its own pavilion at the Dubai Expo 2020, to which Solomon Islands will also showcase.
Kolombangara Kava Farmers Capacity Enhanced
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) through its Extension Department recently facilitated a Kava training in Kolombangara aimed at enhancing the capacity of local Kava farmers to produce quality Kava.
Local Divers Disappointed with Bechdemer Price
Local divers are disappointed in the minimum purchase price for the local market released recently by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources.
Gearing Up For COVID-19 Community Transmission
Despite COVID-19, free status for over 5 months now, the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) continues with its COVID-19 preparedness ahead of a possible COVID-19 community transmission.
SICCI Acknowledges SINPF’s 6% Crediting Rate
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), on behalf of its members of the business community wishes to acknowledge and congratulate the Board, Management and staff of Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) for its prudent management of members’ fund despite the difficult times faced due to the global pandemic.
