BY TONY IROGA
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) says it has made significant progress in strengthening its governance, academic quality and institutional development while outlining key priorities for the months ahead.
In a statement released over the weekend, SINU announced that Vice-Chancellor Professor Transform Aqorau issued a Strategic Leadership Overview report covering the University’s achievements, challenges and priorities from March 16 to July 18, 2026.
The report outlines progress in governance, accreditation, teaching and learning, student welfare, staff development, financial reform, infrastructure, research, commercialisation, renewable energy and strategic partnerships.
Professor Aqorau said the report goes beyond documenting activities and instead reflects the university’s long-term vision for transformation.
“The work we are undertaking is interconnected. Strengthening governance, improving academic quality, supporting students and staff, modernising systems, developing partnerships and improving financial sustainability are all essential to building a stronger national university,” he said.
According to SINU, major achievements during the reporting period include the launch of the SINU Strategic Plan 2026–2030.
Other achievements include progress on SITESA registration and accreditation, reviews of academic programmes and implementation of the Technology One Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
There was also engagement with the Government on outstanding funding, student exchange programmes, infrastructure projects, research and policy initiatives, and the establishment of new local and international partnerships.
SINU said its priorities for the next six months include completing accreditation requirements and strengthening human resources and financial management systems.
The statement said this also involves advancing the ERP project, improving infrastructure, enhancing student services, expanding research and partnerships, growing commercial activities and pursuing renewable energy initiatives.
The SINU also acknowledged ongoing challenges including funding shortages, outstanding government arrears, ageing infrastructure, delays in recruitment, fragmented systems and limited institutional capacity.
Professor Aqorau thanks the University Council, Senate, staff, students and partners for their continued support.
“The transformation of SINU will take time, but the foundations are being laid. Our next task is to maintain momentum, strengthen implementation and remain focused on serving our students and the people of Solomon Islands,” he said.
The Strategic Leadership Overview report is yet to be formally presented to the University Council, Senate and Senior Management Committee.
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