Politics Archive November 2014
Solomon Islands Forests Face Complete Depletion by 2020
A Forestry expert has warned that Solomon Islands forest will inevitably become a “sunset industry” facing almost a complete depletion of forest resources from 2015 up to the late 2020’s.
Australian High Commissioner Congratulates Solomon Islands on a Successful Election
Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Andrew Byrne, has congratulated the people of Solomon Islands on a successful national election.
36 Former MPs Retain Seat
Thirty six former MPs have retained their seat in Parliament.
One Female MP Elected
While the result is still unofficial, the Solomon Islands will most certainly have one female MP sitting in the 10th Parliament – she is Freda Soriacomua for Temotu VATUD.
2014 Election Results Update
The following are results that have been announced by returning officers of various constituencies.
Lilo Defeated in Major Upset
Outgoing Prime Minister and MP for Gizo Kolombangara, Gordon Darcy Lilo, has lost his seat to Jimson Tanangada, a teacher by profession.
World Vision Builds Toilets for Ghavaga Kindergarten
For the children of Ghavaga Kindergarten in Guadalcanal Plains, having new sanitation facilities is a first step towards a healthy physical learning environment benefiting a child’s learning and health.
Solomon Islanders - the “happiest bunch of people around”
Solomon Islanders - the “happiest bunch of people around”
Solomon Islanders Await Election Results
Solomon Islanders wait anxiously as counting starts today.
Seeing is believing, says Weary Voter
Meet Jill, a mother of 3 with a grandchild on the way. She has participated in four elections, each time she is disappointed, each time she gets tired of all the promises and no delivery.
Voters Want Better Services
Voters want change, better schools, better clinics, better roads and more investment in infrastructure.
Solomon Islands Goes to the Polls
Today is Election Day, and polls are open across the Solomon Islands starting at 7am and closing at 5pm.
SIEC Welcomes Local Observer Team
The Solomon Islands Electoral Commission has welcomed a team of domestic election observers led by local NGO umbrella group, Development Services Exchange.
SIEC Ready for the National General Election
The Solomon Islands Electoral Commission has completed all preparations for tomorrow’s National General Election.
Australian MPs to Observe National Elections
Australia’s Foreign Minister, Hon Julie Bishop, today announced that three members of the Australian Parliament will travel to Solomon Islands to observe its national elections on 19 November 2014.
Calls to Monitor Campaigns
Voters are calling on the police to monitor certain candidates and their supporters.
High Court Upholds Integrity Bill
The Solomon Islands High Court has upheld the integrity Bill following a challenge by outgoing MP for Auki/Langa Langa, Mathew Wale.
Telekom to Boost Broadband Services
Solomon Telekom will be boosting its Mobile and fixed-line broadband capacity in the Solomon Islands with the deployment of NEC Australia’s radio technology.
Towards Free and Fair Elections
As the Commonwealth Observer team organizes itself for the upcoming elections, it is perhaps an ideal time to assess what it is that they will be looking for.
Businessman Blasts Campaign Tactics
A Honiara businessman, who wrote to Solomon Times on the condition of anonymity, says he is surprised and somewhat concerned at some of the tactics used by certain candidates in Honiara.
3,000 Voters Left Out
More than 3,000 voters returning from studies at the end of the year will not be able to vote at the upcoming National and Provincial Elections.
447 Vie for Political Office
447 candidates have been confirmed for the upcoming National General Elections set for the 19th of November.
Calls to Ban Alcohol during Elections
Voters in central Honiara are calling on the government to consider placing a ban on alcohol during Election Day.
Claims of Intimidation by Voters
Voters in Honiara have claimed that they are being intimidated by supporters of certain candidates.