Government Archive April 2023
Ban on Single Used Plastic in Progress
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Environment Climate Change Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM), Dr Melchior Mataki says a regulation to ban single used plastics in the country has already been approved by cabinet.
Sogavare Expects Outstanding Bills by June
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has instructed his officials in the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to follow up on outstanding Bills siting in the Legislative calendar dating back to 2019.
Volunteer Programme Receives Great Interest
The Sol2023 Pacific Games Volunteer Program is generating much interest both in Honiara and in provinces throughout Solomon Islands.
National University Celebrates 10 Years
Solomon Islands National University (SINU) yesterday celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking its tenth year since the then Solomon Islands College of Higher Education (SICHE) transitioned into the university it is today.
Fundamental Reforms Highlighted
Solomon Islands Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Maelanga has highlighted key structural reforms taken by the Solomon Islands Government to enable business development.
Work in Progress for New Rural Health Centres
Delivery of health services to the Provinces, especially to rural and remote parts of the country has always been challenging given the distance amongst the islands associated with high transportation costs, irregular shipping services to name a few.
New Zealand Boosts Support for Climate Action
The New Zealand government has committed $15 million to support Solomon Islands provincial governments to strengthen climate resilience at the grassroots level.
UK Foreign Secretary to Visit
The United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs will be visiting the Solomon Islands from the 19th- 20th April 2023.