BY BEN BILUA
GIZO
GIZO, Western Province’s Provincial Capital is gearing up to host one of the most important gatherings in the country’s health sector – the National Health Conference 2025.
Western Province’s Director of Health and Medical Services, Dickson Boara confirmed that venues, logistics, and programmes are now in place ahead of the meeting, which will officially begin next week.
He said officials and delegates are expected to arrive in Gizo on Friday, September 19, aboard the MV Express Pelican.
Boara said a special welcome ceremony is planned at Gizo Wharf to receive the guests before they move to their respective accommodations around the township.
He said the official program will commence on Monday with an opening ceremony, followed by a week of plenary sessions, workshops, and technical discussions focused on strengthening the country’s health and medical systems.
“There are a number of pressing issues that will be discussed, including how to improve health services in rural areas, proper distribution of medical resources, and strategies to reduce the rising cases of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
“This is a huge opportunity for heads of health and medical services from across the country to share experiences, address challenges, and establish practical approaches to improve our health system,” Boara said.
He said the local organizing committee is expecting to host more than 100 officials and health experts from different provinces and national agencies.
Boara said the National Health Conference is a flagship event of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services, (MHMS) bringing together decision-makers, practitioners, and development partners to shape policies and chart the way forward for healthcare delivery in the Solomon Islands.
“For Western Province, the event also marks an important milestone, as it will not only showcase Gizo’s capacity to host national events but also highlight the province’s ongoing challenges and achievements in the health sector,” he added.
The conference is expected to conclude with a set of resolutions and recommendations that will guide future health priorities and interventions across the country.
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