[Published on Saturday, August 16, 2025]
BY MORRIS NAFU
Deputy Prime Minister Frederick Kologeto attended the 42nd Second Appointed Day celebration for Malaita, held at DC Park in East Honiara on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
The event, themed “Guided by Faith, Rooted in Culture, United for Change”, brought together the community to honour the significance of the day.
In his keynote address, Kologeto expressed gratitude for the opportunity to celebrate with the people of Malaita.
He emphasised the relevance of the event’s theme, noting that it comes at a crucial time when policies and visions are influenced by competing ideologies and rapidly changing moral values.
He remarked on the unique pace of ideas and product development in today’s digital age, where information spreads quickly.
Kologeto called for unity among the people of Malaita and Solomon Islands.
“When we join hands, united in purpose and vision, we become a formidable force of change,” he said.
He reiterated the government’s commitment to unity and sustainability as part of its policy framework, which includes four key pillars: unity and sustainability, economic transformation, infrastructure development, and human capital development.
He assured the audience that the government is dedicated to unifying the nation and improving the lives of its citizens.
Kologeto highlighted the need for economic diversification, as indicated in the upcoming 2025 budget, which prioritizes the productive and resource sectors.
He noted increased funding for agriculture, fisheries, tourism, and commerce, as well as support for the mining industry.
The Deputy Prime Minister stressed the importance of stability for development and called for collaboration among national and provincial leaders to facilitate progress across all regions, including Malaita.
He urged local leaders to engage with their communities to ensure that development occurs with minimal disputes.
In closing, Kologeto acknowledged Malaita’s significant contributions to the nation’s social, cultural, and economic development over the past 42 years. He encouraged everyone to embrace the day’s theme as a call to action and wished the community a happy Malaita Day celebration, invoking blessings for Malaita and the Solomon Islands.
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