Latest News Archive January 2023
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Fiji Prime Minister Says Kiribati Returning To PIFs
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says on Monday that Kiribati will rejoin the Pacific Islands Forum (PIFs), returning to the strategic bloc of nations as they grapple with China's push for regional influence.
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).
Prime Minister Acknowledges Australia's Assistance to the Country
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare used the occasion to commemorate Australia’s National Day to highlight and acknowledge a number of key developments in which Australia assisted the country with.
GOC, SIWA Partnership Crucial to Successful Games
The partnership between the Pacific Games Organizing Committee (GOC) and the Solomon Islands Water Authority (Solomon Water) is crucial to the successful delivery of the 2023 Pacific Games in Solomon Islands this year.
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.
Lea’i Signs Professional Contract with European Club
The Solomon Islands wonderkid Raphael Lea’i has now become the country’s first international professional football player signed by a European club.
SINIS Welcomes Public to Open Day
The Solomon Islands Institute of Sport (SINIS) has opened its doors today to the public with an Open Day.
FIBA Impressed With Pacific Games 2023 Basketball Venue
International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Oceania director Amanda Jenkins has predicted that basketball and 3x3 competitions at the 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands will provide "very high quality and the very best event possible."
Delivering a Safe and Green Pacific Games 2023
The Government is determined to deliver a safe and green Pacific Games when it hosts the regional sporting event in November.
Fiji Prime Minister Terminates MOU With China Police
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says there is no need for Chinese state security personnel to continue working in the Fiji Police Force.
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.
Government Focuses on the Games and Elections
Democratic Coalition Government for Advancement’s (DCGA) key policy priorities for 2023 is hosting the 17th Pacific Games 2023 and the preparation of the National General Election.
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.
GOC Looking to Recruit 2,500 Volunteers for Pacific Games
The Games Organizing Committee (GOC) will this year recruit 2500 plus volunteers to join the 2023 Pacific Games Collective Workforce.
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.
Pacific Games Technical Delegates Visit Honiara
Two Pacific Games Technical Delegates have so far visited Honiara this month.
PIFS Secretary General Pays Courtesy Visit to Governor General
The Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, Henry Puna has paid a courtesy visit to Governor General, Sir David Vunagi at government house yesterday.
Raphael Lea’i Close to Deal in Europe
The starlet Raphael Lea’i is currently in Europe pursuing his dream to turn into a professional footballer – as reported by Oceania Football Center during the week.
Ground-breaking for Australia Funded Naha Birthing and Urban Health Clinic
The Minister for Health and Medical Services Dr Culwick Togamana and the Australian High Commissioner Dr Lachlan Strahan participated in a ground-breaking ceremony today (23 January 2023) for the Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre.
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.
Solomon Islands Ratifies Nuclear Test Ban Treaty
Solomon Islands has ratified the 1996 Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) last Friday, 20 January 2023 - the 14th Pacific island nation to join.
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.
SIPC Announce SBD$2million Sponsorship for Sol2023 Pacific Games
Solomon Islands Postal Corporation (SIPC), trading as Solomon Post is now an official sponsor and partner of the 2023 XVII Pacific Games.
Wantok Musik Concert Kicks Off this Saturday
The Australian High Commission in collaboration with the Wantok Musik Foundation and proudly sponsored by ANZ, Hatanga, and BYGroup present THE WANTOK MUSIK CONCERT 2023.
Solomon Islands High Commissioner to Fiji Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka
The Solomon Islands High Commissioner to the Republic of Fiji His Excellency Joseph Ma’ahanua has paid a courtesy call on the new Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji Honourable Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka on Tuesday 17th January 2023.
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.
Junior Kareba Wins Solomon Islands Surfing Crown at 2023 Titianas Challenge
Gizo surfer Junior Kareba has been crowned the Solomon Islands national surfing champion at the 7th Annual Surfing Championship held in Gizo.
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.
SOLO the Mascot on His Way to Malaita
Solo, the 2023 Pacific Games Mascot resumes its nationwide tour this week.
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.
Lea’i in Europe for Trials with Professional Clubs
Raphael Lea’i has landed in Europe for trials with proffessional soccer clubs.
Australia and PNG Finalize New Security Pact
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he expected negotiations to conclude in April and the treaty to be signed in June.
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.
Ambassador Jane Waetara Presents Letter of Credence to US President Biden
The Solomon Islands Ambassador to the United States of America, Her Excellency, and Jane Mugafalu Kabui Waetara has presented her letter of credence to the U.S President, Joe Biden at the White House.
Maelanga Congratulates Newly Elected Premiers for Western and Choiseul
Acting Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Maelanga has congratulated the newly elected Premiers of Western and Choiseul Provinces.
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.
US Moves To Reopen Solomon Islands Embassy To Counter China
The Biden administration is plowing ahead with plans to re-open the US embassy in the Solomon Islands in a bid to counter China's increasing assertiveness in the Pacific.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to Address PNG National Parliament on Two-day Trip
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to address Papua New Guinea's parliament during a two-day visit next 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.
FIFA to Ask Every Country to Name a Stadium in Honour of Football Great Pele
Will the Solomon Islands heed the call to name a stadium in the country after football great, Pele?
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.
