Tina hydro project under threat by angry landowners THE multi-million-dollar Tina hydro project in Central Guadalcanal is facing a revolt by a tribal landowning group, a move which could cause substantial delays in the construction of the USD86 million hydro scheme. Police trying to enforce a High Court order last week clashed with members of…
THE Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) has acknowledged all teachers in the country for their contribution in educating students nationwide. MEHRD said the determination and service of teachers, especially during the crucial stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, was commendable. “We want to thank you all the teachers in Solomon Islands for your…
A delegation consisting of 32 officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) led by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Mr. Ian Vaevaso and Assistant Commissioner (AC) Evelyn Thugea left for China for a month’s training. Most of the officers from the National Response Department of the RSIPF left the country on 8 October 2022 for…
China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) and Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) conducted a Joint Mock Exercise of Digital Very High Frequency (VHF) VHF Communication System. A total of 22 RSIPF officers from Communication Centre, Central Police Station, Guadalcanal Police Station, Police Response Team (PRT), Close Personal Protection (CPP), and Traffic Department with CPLT members and two Chinese engineers successfully completed…
Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Harry Kuma return on Monday, 10th October, after attending the 55th Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Governors Annual Meeting from 26 – 30 September 2022 held at the ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines. Accompanying the Minister was Governor of Central Bank of Solomon Islands Dr Luke Forau, and Mr.…
SOLOMON Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) Board is confident that despite the risks and challenges brought about external factors, the country’s economy will recover as result of investments in the Games and other major projects. Mike Wate, SINPF Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and General Manager highlighted this fortnight ago at the declaration of the Fund’s…
A MAN in his 30s from Rendova, Western Province has survived a crocodile attack at Retavo village by sticking his fingers into its eyes whilst fighting for his life. Joel Kena told the Solomon Star on Monday that he was out diving early this month along the village coast for fish at around 5 pm in…
A total of 15 babies are born each day at the National Referral Hospital (NRH). This means that each month 460 new babies are delivered at the NRH with 5,500 babies a year. Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services, Pauline McNeil revealed the data as she welcomes the re-opening of work at the Naha…
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare and his delegation arrived home today after successfully completing his overseas engagements. Sogavare left the country on 18 September for the UNGA summit in New York with his Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele, where both attended a number of bilateral engagements on the sidelines of the summit before the Prime Minister delivered…
King George VI alumni, scholars and current students has concluded their 70th Platinum Anniversary celebration with thanksgiving and unveiling of historic monument yesterday. The school since Friday was in celebration mode featuring series of activities being organized where both former and current students participated on. On Friday the highlights was special appearance of senior ex-scholars…