Solomon Islands

With newly improved roads in Auki, provincial police appealed to drivers in Malaita to use responsibility and greater care in driving; reckless driving had reportedly increased since works began, forcing to monitor underage drivers and speeding vehicles

The Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project SINBIP, comprising 161 telecommunications towers across the country, has been officially handed over to the Government, closing digital divide and improving connectivity nationwide

Preparations are underway for a second mass stray dog culling in Western Province, planned and approved earlier this year; the necessary dog bait and veterinary drugs have arrived at Gizo Town, the provincial capital

The much anticipated upgrade and refurbishment for Taro hospital in Choiseul has begun and will improve healthcare services across the province; it is part of efforts to strengthen health infrastructure and service in rural communities

The Solomon Islands Ports Authority has celebrated its 70th Anniversary; staff, government representatives, stakeholders and partners acknowledged its role in connecting communities and its contribution to the economic development of the country

Seaweed farming is emerging as a new source of income for coastal villagers in Ward 16, in Malaita Province; after initial skepticism, the recently introduced edible marine crop is proving increasingly promising

Flooding and erosion in Western Province exposed unexploded ordnance from the battles of the Second World War, an additional danger for communities and responders; the UN Emergency Relief Coordinator allocated $2.5 million for urgent lifesaving assistance

The Solomon Islands Planned Parenthood Association SIPPA has reached affected communities in Western Province to ensure critical sexual and reproductive health services following Cyclone Maila, focusing on young girls, people with disabilities and youth

Food relief assistance has been activated for cyclone-affected communities in Simbo, Western Province, that have also been reached by a Provincial Health Team following the worsening of hygiene and health conditions in the area

Residents in Gizo, the Western provincial capital, signaled a growing number of thefts: in recent days mobile phones and personal belongings were amongst the most commonly stolen items, with thieves moving around residential areas and public places

The groundbreaking ceremony for Bavaqole Rural Training Centre marked the importance of the project aimed at strengthening rural education for youth and community development through empowerment, in Bava Island and the whole Western Province

Carrying out mining operations on Nendo Island is 'not feasible'; the comments follow geochemical sampling results which reportedly confirm there are no viable prospects for mining operations in Temotu Province, particularly on Nendo Island