Politics Archive August 2021
20 articles
Government Pushes Ahead With Trial Lockdown
Despite calls for the postponement of the trial lockdown by the Opposition group the government is going ahead with its planned simulation lockdown.
Opposition Leader Calls for Postponement of Trial Lockdown
With just 38 hours to go before the trial lockdown starts, Leader of the Opposition Mathew Wale is calling on the Prime Minister to order its postponement.
Solomon Islanders Critical of Stimulus Package Payout
A recent survey conducted by the National Democratic Institute (NDI) say Solomon Islanders are skeptical of the recent economic stimulus package (ESP) payout.
Attorney General: ‘Adhere to Lockdown Orders’
Attorney General Muria John (Jnr) calls on the public and especially people residing inside the Honiara Declared Emergency Zone to respect and adhere to the lockdown orders, which will come into effect next Sunday, 29th at 6:00 pm and cease on Tuesday, 31st at 6:00 am.
Suspicious Foreign Yacht Reported Outside of Ugi Island
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) at the Kirakira Police Station in Makira- Ulawa Province warned people against going to a sailing ship anchored outside Selwyn Bay in Ugi Island.
Cabinet Approves 36 Hour Lock-down for Honiara Emergency Zone
Due to the surge of the deadly COVID-19 delta variant strain globally and in our neighboring countries, the need to test and sharpen our preparation and response plans is pertinent in preparation for limited re-opening of flights.
Bastion Talk (of the Town)
Bastion Talk is a social media advocacy platform hosted by Israel Trevor Sibia, seeking to voice the frustrations of the people of Guadalcanal and Solomon Islanders generally.
GP in Process to Take Hold of Matanikau Industrial Area
The Guadalcanal provincial government is now in the process to claim the Matanikau industrial area in Central Honiara.
Government Speaks Out on Threats to Remove Sogavare by Force
The government says that the ongoing rumours of an armed group seeking to remove Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare is not in the best interest of peace and stability, particularly at a time when COVID-19 poses a greater threat to the country.
COVID-19 Vaccination Rolls Out in Malaita Province
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) and provincial health workers in Malaita Province have launched the COVID-19 vaccination program in Auki, Malaita.
Police Maintain High Visibility in Honiara
Officers of Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) in Honiara will conduct a High visibility presence to monitor the situation in Honiara after a protest was planned to happen today 12 August 2021.
Sogavare Defends Mandatory Vaccination Policy
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has defended his governments decision to enforce the mandatory administration of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Frontliners Deserve Our Respect: Sogavare
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has called on the public to respect frontliners as they have sacrificed so much to keep the country safe.
Police Assures Public Protest Situation Under Control
After yesterday’s confusion caused by disgruntled protestors the police has assured the public that everything is under control and everybody should go about with business as usual.
Lack of Standardization of Government Vehicle Fleet a Concern
“The lack of standardization of the government vehicle fleet is concerning,” says a former Finance minister and Prime Minister, Gordon Darcy Lilo.
COVID-19 Vaccinators Verbally Abused
The Ministry of Health says it is saddened by verbal abuse and threats made against a group of vaccinators in Honiara last week while rolling out vaccination.
Peace and Security of Citizens is Top Policy Priority: PM
The peace and national security of the country and its citizens is a top policy priority of the Government, Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says.
Government Committed to Infrastructure Development in Guadalcanal: Sogavare
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the Government will continue to support the maintenance and rehabilitation of Guadalcanal province feeder roads.
PM Sogavare Graces 2nd Appointed Day Celebrations in Marau
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has graced the Guadalcanal 2nd Appointed Day celebrations in Marau, East Guadalcanal.
Marau Sound Welcomes Prime Minister
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has arrived at Marau station, East Guadalcanal yesterday morning (01st August), ahead of today’s celebrations to mark the Guadalcanal Province’s 37th Second Appointed Day.
