Economy Archive April 2022
Omicron BA.2: Second Wave Variant Confirmed
Health Minister, Dr. Culwick Togamana, has confirmed that the second wave of COVID-19 in Honiara is being driven by a new variant, identified as Omicron BA.2.
New Health Clinic Boosts Health Services in Avuavu
As of Tuesday, this week, around 4000 people in Avuavu area in Guadalcanal province and about 7000 more people in surrounding wards and communities will greatly benefit from an improved and expanded range of health services from the newly opened Area Health Centre (AHC).
Australia Delivers Additional 150,930 Pfizer Vaccines
Australia’s High Commissioner, Dr Lachlan Strahan, handed over 150,930 Pfizer vaccines in partnership with UNICEF and a new truck to the National Medical Stores yesterday.
Police Search for Clues Over Brutal Killing of 21-Year-Old Girl
Police in Seghe and Gizo in the Western Province are investigating the brutal killing of 21-year-old female person whose body was found at Ambu Village in West Marovo Lagoon on 25 April 2022.
Government Concludes Talks with World Bank on Infrastructure Projects
Major aviation, road and bridge investments will soon commence as the Government, through its key Ministries including Ministry of Finance and Treasury, the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) and the World Bank Group Team agreed on the terms and conditions of a Financing Agreement.
Health Says 604 Tested Positive for COVID-19
The country has recorded an additional 604 positive tests for COVID-19 in the past 48 hours, bringing the total cumulative number of positive COVID-19 tests to 14,786.
Japan Delegation Visits EOD Team at RSIPF
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) met with the Japan Honourable Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. Uesugi Kentaro and the Japanese delegation upon their visit to Hells Point yesterday.
PTI Australia Facilitates Over AUD$1m in Solomon Islands Export Deals in 2021
Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia, an agency of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, has launched its 2021 Annual Report, highlighting more than A$27 million in export deals and a record seventeen investment deals facilitated in the region, despite the challenging environment.
1,226 New COVID-19 Cases in Second Wave
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) has recorded another 1,226 new COVID-19 cases over the past 72 hours, bringing total case count to 14,182.
Second Wave Underway: 229 COVID-19 Cases Recorded in Honiara
Honiara is now experiencing its second wave of COVID-19, with 229 positive cases recorded in the past 48 hours.
Matters of National Security Should Not Be Kept Secret: Wale
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale says it is unfortunate that the security pact with China had to be secretly signed and was only made known through officials in Beijing.
Resurgence of COVID-19 Cases in Honiara
There is a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Honiara. Health Minister, Dr. Culwick Togamana confirmed this in his national statement before the Easter weekend. He said positive cases are detected for both domestic arrivals from the provinces and pre-departures from Honiara.
Additional International Flight Introduced by Solomon Airlines With Support From Australia
Solomon Airlines will move a step closer to rebuilding the airline’s international schedule with the introduction of a second weekly service between Brisbane and Honiara available on Wednesdays.
Fire Service Remove Dangerous Chemicals
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Fire Services Department supported other government agencies to remove dangerous chemicals stored at the old Taiwanese farm, east of Honiara this week.
Solbrew Shares Best Practise With Customers
Solomon Breweries recently kicked off an initiative to share their COVID-19 best practices with their customers which includes sharing tips, providing information posters, sanitisers and masks for the outlets.
90% of Positive COVID-19 Cases Have Recovered
The Minister of Health Dr Culwick Togamana says that based on data available, 90% of all persons who tested positive have recovered.
COVID-19 Update: 149 New Cases Recorded
The country has recorded 149 new COVID-19 cases over the past 48 hours. Health Minister Dr Culwick Togamana gave the update during his COVID-19 situation update on the national broadcaster, SIBC.
Heavy Rain Warning Active for Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands Meteorological services (METS) has issued a heavy rain warning for most of the provinces as of 7am today morning.
UK Royal Navy Patrol Vessel Will Transit Through Solomon Islands Today
Royal Navy Offshore Patrol Vessel HMS Spey, one of the Royal Navy’s most modern ships, will transit Solomon Islands territorial waters, including close to the capital, Honiara, on 4th and 5th April as part of its first tour of the South Pacific.
Solomon Airlines Says Nadi to Honiara Flight Rescheduled to 7 April
Solomon Airlines has confirmed its planned repatriation flight from Fiji has been rescheduled to the new departure date of 7th April subject to Government approval, allowing more time to accommodate travelers seeking to return to Solomon Islands.