BY JENNIFER KUSAPA THE 2019 Census report has brought to light a concerning issue that a significant percentage of households in rural areas lack access to proper toilet facilities or have none at all. The findings stated that close to…
BY INDY MAEALASIA A senior local academic said indigenous wisdom and knowledge could contribute towards building unity among communities in this modern times. Associated Professor from the Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, Dr. Kabini Sanga shared his insights…
BY JENNIFER KUSAPA THE recently launched 2019 Census report has uncovered a concerning issue plaguing the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) – doubts about its ability to ensure the fair distribution of resources. Shockingly, a significant 35.0 percent of households have…
CDF has no positive influence on people’s livelihood according to households in the Solomon Islands THE Constituency Development Fund, CDF, established in the country since 2013 has no positive impact, according to 64.2% of the households in Solomon Islands. Of…
BY INDY MAEALASIA DESPITE steps taken to boost overall child well-being in the country, there is still much needed to be done on childhood malnutrition and education. World Vision South Asia Pacific Regional Leader, Cherian Thomas said this during the…
By EDDIE OSIFELO PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare has called for the establishment of a permanent seat within the international financial architecture for Small Islands Developing States (SIDS). His impassioned plea for inclusivity and representation came during his address at the…
BY JENNIFER KUSAPA THE Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) in partnership with the Honiara City Council (HCC) Law Enforcement to address illegal activities in the city. According to Police Media Unit said the effort is to ensure safety and…
Japan expresses disappointment over PM Sogavare’s statement at UNGA against discharge of ALPS treated water BY NED GAGAHE JAPAN has expressed disappointment at Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare statement at the recent 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)…
By EDDIE OSIFELO PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare delivered a powerful address at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, USA, addressing historical injustices and highlighting the country’s commitment to disability rights. Sogavare emphasized that…
Solomon Islands strongly condemns Japan’s discharge of nuclear wastewater By EDDIE OSIFELO PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare of Solomon Islands delivered a resolute condemnation of Japan’s decision to release over one million tonnes of treated nuclear wastewater into the ocean during…
