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One of New Zealand’s most senior paediatricians, Dr Caroline Hart is visiting Temotu Province this week with Tourism Solomons support to plan research into health issues affecting children in the region. Dr Hart has been working alongside ChildFund New Zealand CEO, Josie Pagani, whose organisation is actively involved in bringing essential water…
Solomon Islands Member of Parliament for Northwest Guadalcanal and Minister for Public Service, Hon. Francis Sade, has donated a new Toyota Hilux to the Marara Area Health Centre (AHC). The vehicle, handed over on Monday, is expected to significantly improve the clinic’s ability to reach remote areas and deliver essential…
The Office of the Independent Members of Parliament in the Solomon Islands has clarified its position amid recent reports of a potential Motion of No Confidence against Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele. In a statement released today, the Office emphasized that it has “no involvement in the alleged Motion of No…
The Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) has reaffirmed its collective support for Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, dismissing recent media speculation of political instability within the coalition. In a statement last night, GNUT said its members “remain united and fully committed to supporting Prime Minister Manele and the government’s…
Solomon Islands Minister for Infrastructure Development (MID), Ricky Fuo’o says he’s delighted with the rapid rollout of road upgrades led by local contractors under the Australian-supported National Transport Fund Road Improvement Project. Speaking during a site visit to ongoing roadworks in Honiara alongside Australian High Commissioner, His Excellency Rod Hilton,…
by Ronald Toito’ona For the last 20 years, the Solomon Islands’ position on the Israel-Palestine conflict is on the two-state solution, Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele reaffirmed. Speaking to Journalists in a press conference this week, Mr Manele said the country believes in the peaceful coexistence between the two groups. He…
The Leader of the Independent Members in Parliament, Honourable Dn Manasseh Maelangahas issued an official statement calling on individuals to refrain from making any reference tohim or the Office he represents in relation to the alleged involvement of former combatants inany purported Motion of No Confidence. This clarification follows a…
A signing event on 3 October marked the next phase of Solomon Islands’ sustainable forestry industry, celebrating New Forests’ agreement to acquire a majority stake in Kolombangara Forest Products Ltd (KFPL). New Forests is an Australian-headquartered company that is an experienced manager of nature-based assets. It will expand into Solomon…
by Ednal Palmer The Government is expected to make an official declaration on the recent surge in HIV/AIDS cases once a cabinet paper on the matter is approved, Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele confirmed this week. Speaking at a press conference, Prime Minister Manele acknowledged the growing concern, describing it as…
by Ednal Palmer Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele says recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump dismissing climate change as “the greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world” represent the American leader’s personal opinion. Speaking at a press conference in Honiara yesterday, Prime Minister Manele said while he respects President…
