As the nation gears up for the upcoming April National General Elections, the air is thick with anticipation and hope for change. Citizens across the country are voicing their desires for a brighter future and envisioning the alterations they wish…
BY MORRIS NAFU The People With Disabilities Solomon Islands (PWDSI) and the Church Agencies Network Disaster Operations (CANDO) have successfully concluded a two-day training workshop enhancing knowledge of disability access inclusion by using the disability access audit toolkit. The Accessibility…
BY ROMINAH FAKA Trial into the matter of two people accused of conspiracy to commit arson last year at Hammock Beach will commence tomorrow. John Damusi and Moses Su’u are jointly charged with one count of conspiracy to commit arson.…
BY ROMINAH FAKA Court has issued a warrant of arrest for an accused in a case involving attempt to smuggle illegal drugs out of the country. Beatrice Umea did not turn up in court yesterday, and prosecution applied for the…
BY ROMINAH FAKA Investigations into a murder case at Marau, south east of Guadalcanal, in October last year is yet to complete. Constance Manepania is charged with one count of murder. The maximum penalty is life imprisonment. The case was…
BY INDY MAEALASIA THE Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) has highlighted the crucial role the media plays in promoting transparency, accountability, and communication regarding marine resource management. Acknowledging the significant contribution of the media, MFMR Deputy Secretary Corporate…
BY JENNIFER KUSAPA A retired female public servant has called on candidates to recognise the issues affecting women. Beverly Aaron of North Vella La Vella constituency has urged candidates to always consider women’s concerns when they come into power. She…
BY ROMINAH FAKA Three men accused of multiple charges pleaded not guilty at the magistrate court. Saverio Mate, 25, Lency Raga, 40, John Longatabo, 28, were all charged jointly with two counts of arson and one count of assault causing…
BY INDY MAEALASIA THE recently debuted Solwata Blo Iumi Campaign toolkit is highly anticipated to enhance stakeholder capacity and empower local community participation in sustainable marine resources management. “This user-friendly toolkit will empower provincial fisheries officers, Community Based organisation reps,…
SINPF $81m four-floor commercial building breaks ground BY NED GAGAHE SOLOMON Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) breaks ground for its newest investment million dollar building on Thursday 28 March 2024. The project, SOLCHO is a four-level commercial building project is the latest…