Wale says PM must maintain discipline 

Solomon Islanders expect the Prime Minister (PM) as leader of government to maintain discipline over government, especially over his ministers.  Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale made the statement in response to the Speech from the throne in Parliament on Monday. He said political calculations and expediency often render a Prime Minister, by choice, to…

NZ champions war against beetle

The Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) is an enemy of agriculture in Solomon Islands and other parts of Melanesia. It destroys palm plantations and livelihoods.  The damage caused by these beetles reduces the number of coconuts available for food and drinking and can eventually kill the tree, threatening food security and the businesses involved in producing…

Council of trade union held meeting

Solomon Islands Council of Trade Union (SICTU) has successfully held its 2nd Council meeting on the 29th August 2024. SICTU is the umbrella body of the Trade Unions in Solomon Islands and the members of SICTU are: 1.         Solomon Islands Public employees union (SIPEU) 2.         Solomon Islands Teachers Association (SINTA) 3.         Solomon Islands Medical Association (SIMA) 4.         Solomon Islands Nursing Association…