Latest News Archive February 2023
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Positive Outlook for Weightlifting
Solomon Islands national ‘weightlifting’ athletes carried out their first Oceania League competition in the country at Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) last Friday.
Sogavare Meets With Rabuka in Fiji
Solomon Islands is in ready mode to cooperate further and work together with the Government of the Republic of Fiji as a close neighbor, members of the MSG and the PI Forum and the UN on issues of common and mutual interests bilaterally, regionally, and multilaterally.
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.
Boxing Foundation Course Conducted at SINIS
A two days ‘Boxing Foundation Course’ is underway at Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS), starting yesterday, Wednesday.
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.
SINIS Conducts Technical Course for Beach Soccer
Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) and Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) are working together to develop the national ‘Beach Soccer’ team through technical course.
RSIPF Women's Football Team Finishes Second
Commissioner of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), Mr. Mostyn Mangau, has congratulated the RSIPF Women’s Football Club on their second place in this season’s Solomon Islands Women’s Premier League.
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.
Do Not Blame Nurses, Blame Yourself: Opposition Leader
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale says it is discriminating for the Government to accuse nurses of illegally selling medical drugs.
$2.5M Issued by MID During COVID With No Payment Voucher
After the declaration of a State of Public Emergency (SOPE) on 25 March 2020, the government developed a COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan (PRP), and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) played a key role in this plan.
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.
SINIS Visits White River CHS
Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) Talent Identification Department (TID) continues to roll out their awareness program at schools on what the High Performance Centre is about.
Catholic Representative to Solomon Islands Presents Letter of Credence
The Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See to the Solomon Islands has presented his letter of credence to the Acting Governor General, Hon. Patterson Oti at Government House.
National Women's Soccer Aims for Gold
The national soccer women’s team have started training session at the Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) as of this week, and they are aiming for ‘Gold’ when it comes to this year’s Pacific Games.
Audit Report Uncovers Multiple Internal Control Failures of COVID-19 Funds
The Auditor General’s Office (OAG) has identified a range of internal control failures in its recently released Audit reports into the administration of Disaster Relief Funds during the COVID-19 outbreak in Solomon Islands.
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.
Opposition Leader Slams Governments Negligence on Drug Shortage at the Hospital
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has lashed out at what he described as ‘total government negligence’ on medical drug shortages in the country.
Hockey Swings Into Action
Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) held its first in-house hockey competition this week Sunday for year 2023.
Paralympians Final Selection Today
Going through trials reaching yesterday, final selection for the nation’s Paralympians before heading into regional tournament will take place today, Wednesday.
Solomon Islands Remain Committed to the Bali Process
Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Jeremiah Manele says Solomon Islands remains committed to the Bali Process.
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.
Taekwondo Kicks Into High Gear
Taekwondo Green vs Blue competition under the Performance Services Team 1 at Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) commences this week Saturday between 8 to 10am at the High Performance Combat facility.
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).
Solomon Islands Becomes Member of the World Customs Organization
Solomon Islands became the 185th Member of the World Customs Organization (WCO) on 26 January 2023, when it deposited its Instrument of Accession to the Convention Establishing a Customs Co-operation Council, with the Government of Belgium as the Depository.
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.
Tenelle Touring Solomon Islands from 10th – 11th February 2023
Tenelle, a well known musician of Pacific Island heritage but based in California USA, will be touring and arriving in the Solomon Islands for the very first time.
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.
Local Businesses and Communities to Benefit from 2023 Pacific Games
Like any other major event around the world, the 2023 Pacific Games is expected to leave behind long term benefits for local businesses in the Solomon Islands as part of the legacy benefits of hosting the biggest sporting event in the Pacific region.
MRD Holds Consultation on Draft CDF Legislation With Integrity Institutions
The Ministry of Rural Development has successfully held a half-day consultation on the draft Constituency Development Fund legislation with Accountability and Integrity institutions on Friday 3rd February 2023.
U.S Officially Opens Embassy in Honiara, Solomon Islands
The United States of America has officially opened its embassy in the Solomon Islands.
Australia Funding Helps Prepare Games Village and Athletes Accommodation
The Sol2023 DFAT support Steering Committee has met for their second consecutive monthly meeting this week, since signing the Australian Government Direct funding arrangement for the 2023 Pacific Games Support Program on November 2022.
Advancing Openness, Inclusiveness and Transparency of Political Parties
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties, in partnership with the UN Development Programme (UNDP) hosted a two-day workshop for political parties’ officials and other relevant stakeholders to advance their roles in transparency, inclusiveness and accountability of political parties.
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.
