Solomon Islands

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

The long-awaited Technical and Vocational Education and Training Policy has been launched; unified guidelines for all TVET providers in the country will guarantee high-quality skills training to streamline career pathways, increasing national productivity

Addressing road safety, traffic authorities are enforcing long-standing road transport laws largely unimplemented for years, ordering drivers to comply and remove illegal under-glow and non-standard LED lights from motor vehicles and trailers

Hon. Hou, MP for Small Malaita Constituency, appealed to all landowners and community leaders in his region to allow development projects to proceed on their land, as land disputes still hinder and delay essential services and infrastructure delivery