LOCAL kava farmers in Malaita are delighted as kava buying has resumed in the Provincial Capital Auki a few weeks ago. The locally-owned grocery Bulkshop has begun engaging with local farmers, not only with taro farmers but kava farmers with the purchase of their produces. A kava farmer from West Kwara’ae, Fabiano Ngengemani his delight over the…
ON Wednesday last week, the Sikaiana Cultural Village at Red Beach, North Guadalcanal, welcomed 11 Australian high school teachers for a memorable cultural experience. Teachers from Marist College Canberra and Girls Grammar School were treated to an immersive performance of traditional dances that showcased the rich history and artistic expressions of this vibrant Sikaiana community.…
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce (SICCI) has been assured of the Government’s support towards hosting the SICCI Business Excellence Awards event in November. Acting Prime Minister Bradley Tovosia made the assurance during a courtesy call by the SICCI Board led by chair lady, Mrs Namoi Kaluae. The visit was to update the Government on progress…
OVER 140 Sunday School children joyfully received their First Holy Communion during the 11am Mass at Holy Cross Cathedral on Sunday 29th September. The Mass was led by Fr. Clement Wane, with Fr. Peter Kevin, Assistant Secretary to the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea/Solomon Islands. The lively liturgy was enriched by the participation of…
Dear Editor – I’m writing as a Solomon Islands citizen voicing my concerns on the growing incidence of kwaso in Honiara, a key contributor community violence and crime. The homemade alcohol (kwaso) beyond being a health hazard to consumers can be linked to community violence and crimes. The vulnerable members of our society, women and…
Dear Editor – I am writing to raise awareness of the persistent issue of gender-based violence (GBV) in the Solomon Islands. Despite the enactment of the Family Protection Act in 2014, which criminalizes domestic violence and provides mechanisms for victims to seek protection, enforcement remains weak, with cultural norms often prioritizing reconciliation over justice. The…
THE Office of the Auditor General (OAG) and the Solomon Islands National Statistics Office (SINSO) are ready to implement their projects. They will implement the Capacity in Statistics and Audit (CAPSA) Project and its two sub-component projects namely the Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES) 2024-25 and the National Economic Establishment Census (NEEC) 2024. The…
The long delay in the implementation of the proposed Bonale Pineapple Factory in Malaita Province has raised questions and concerns among those eagerly awaiting progress on this crucial development. The Bonale Pineapple Mill Project is set to be located in West Kwaio, Malaita Province, and is a national government initiative. Multiple ministries, including Commerce, Industry,…
THE Malaita Provincial Government (MPG) has redirected land originally earmarked for a proposed tourist complex to construct a new fishery office in Auki. This decision was taken by the provincial government’s Executive to facilitate the development of the fishery office as part of preparations for the Bina Harbour project in Malaita. However, this move has…
OWNER of Kubonitu Holding Ltd, Duddley Longamei has denied any wrong doing when receiving $2.5 million under the Economic Stimulus Package to export kava overseas. Longamei was responding to a case study in the newly released audit report in the $309 million ESP. David Dennis from the Auditor General office released the report last week.…