Police assures schools of safety 

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is assuring schools that they are safe amidst reports of abduction and kidnapping in Honiara. RSIPF Commissioner, Mostyn Mangau, said police is monitoring the current situation closely. Commissioner Mangau added school authorities may set precautionary measures for the safety of their students but from a police security perspective,…

World Sight Day marked

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services together with Fred Hollows Foundation New Zealand on Thursday 10th October celebrated World Sight Day. It was commemorated based on the theme: ‘Love your Child’s eyes.’  Speaking at the celebrations, Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) Minister Dr Paul Popora Bosawai highlighted the day is not just…

UXO operations in Western 

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department (EODD) of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) will be conducting Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) operation in Western Province from 21 to 28 October 2024. The operations will cover the following communities. Acting Director of the RSIPF EODD, Inspector Clifford Tunuki said, “It is advisable that these mentioned communities report…

MEHRD launches Global Partnership for Education program

Government through the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) officially launches its five-year System Transformation Education Program. The launching is being held on Monday, 21st October in Honiara. The program is supported by financial assistance recently approved by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) to help the MEHRD strengthen its education system in…

HCC boosted with waste management tools

Honiara City Council (HCC) has received a significant boost to its waste management efforts, courtesy of the CAUSE Project. The essential tools were handed over on Thursday 17th October 2024 which are aimed at improving the cleanliness and environmental hygiene of the city. The contribution package comprises of 100 wheely bins, 2000 plastic bags, 80 garden…

SIG scholarship 

Dear Editor – I’m one of the students that really struggles to apply for an opportunity to acquire Solomon Island Government (SIG) scholarship. I have been trying a couple of times but with no success.  I have seen there’s a problem by which officers at the scholarships office are not fair in their selection.  It…