A World Bank report recommends that to fully leverage growth opportunities in the tourism sector, the Solomon Islands needs to invest in tourism infrastructure and improve governance. “It is critical to develop the necessary transport infrastructure, accommodation, and other tourism facilities, without infringing on land rights and environmental sustainability,” the report states. “Doing so could…
Government through the Ministry of Traditional Governance, Peace and Ecclesiastical Affairs (MTGPEA) each year marked and celebrated International Peace Day (IPD). The theme for this year is “Cultivating a culture of Peace.” International Day of Peace (IDP) or World Peace Day is observed each year around the world on 21st September. The UN General Assembly has declared…
SIBILANDO Community, a remote village located in the North Vella La Vella Island has praised and thanked the Safenet team. Safenet is a leading organization in Western Province dedicated to addressing gender-based violence and promoting safety for women and children in the country This came after two days of events – Wednesday and Friday conducted…
THE newly launched World Bank report suggests that modernizing the agricultural sector, combined with initiatives to raise aspirations, could lead to significant economic growth for the Solomon Islands. The report titled Solomon Islands: Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) – Unlocking New Sources of Economic Growth, examines key barriers to sustainable economic development, with a focus on…
RESEARCH carried out by the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) and the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) indicates that the population of highly valued and standard size sea cucumbers have decreased due to over harvesting. Speaking to local journalists recently, MFMR Principal Fisheries Officer James Ngwaerobo said the decrease indicates the need…
ONE woman stood tall, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of female police officers. Mrs Mary Maneforu, a stalwart in the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force for 28 years, has left an indelible mark on the history of law enforcement in the country. At the age of 58, Mrs Maneforu bade goodbye…
Minister for National Planning and Development Coordination, Rexon Ramofafia, hosted Australia’s Minister for Defence Industry and International Development and the Pacific, Pat Conroy, for a bilateral meeting in Honiara, focusing on strengthening development cooperation and addressing key national priorities. The brief meeting took place at the MNPDC office in Town Ground, Honiara on Wednesday where Minister…
THE Minister for Education and Human Resource Development, Tozen Leokana has highlighted the importance of a peaceful and harmonious co-existence in an increasingly multi-cultural Solomon Islands. Minister Leokana was delivering the keynote address at the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival held in Honiara on Sunday. The fest was hosted by the Solomon Islands Chinese Women’s Association and…
A five-day Provincial Training of Trainers for Adolescent Youth-Friendly Health Service Guidelines (AYFHS) was successfully held in Honiara recently. Officers under the Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child Adolescent Health Division, within the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) supported by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) attended the training. MHMS Master Trainers in collaboration with…
The Minister for Health and Medical Services Dr Paul Popora Bosawai has thanked the people and Government of Australia following Thursday’s announcement by the Australia’s Minister for International Development and the Pacific, Pat Conroy of Australia’s five year health support to the country’s health sector under the ‘Partnerships for a Healthy Region’ initiative. He said,…