SIBC News (Solomon Islands)
DRY CONDITIONS | SIBC News
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- DRY CONDITIONS | SIBC News
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- 4:52
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Communities in South Malaita are beginning to experience the effects of El Niño, with water sources drying up and garden soils becoming increasingly dry.
The situation is raising concerns over access to clean water, food production, and the livelihoods of rural communities.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 27/10/2026
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- AGRI-BUSINESS BOOT CAMP | SIBC News
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- 4:24
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- A week-long 2026 Agribusiness Boot Camp Training and Agri-Innovative Pitching Competition has officially concluded, with participants encouraged to turn their business ideas into profitable and sustainable agricultural enterprises.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 27/10/2026
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- 27 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
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- 20:46
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- ROAD UPGRADE SUPPORT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:16
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The Government of Australia has announced an additional funding support of SBD 10 million to assist with road network upgrades in Makira Province under the Solomon Islands–Australia Partnership.
The funding will be channeled through the National Transportation Fund to support the improvement, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the road network in Makira Province.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 26/10/2026
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- RENEWABLE ENERGY | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:42
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Solomon Power has officially commissioned a 5.1 million US dollar Solar Hybrid Plant in Munda, Western Province.
The plant was commissioned on Thursday, 22 October, as part of a national program to establish solar power plants with battery storage in five provincial centres.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 26/10/2026
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- CHIEF ENTHRONEMENT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:16
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- The Reiloto Community Council of Chiefs under the Bahomea House of Chiefs in Central Guadalcanal celebrated the enthronement of their new Paramount Chief, Zimri Laoni, over the weekend.
The event, held at Marava Village in the Tina area, brought together communities, representatives from neighbouring Houses of Chiefs across Guadalcanal, and government officials, showcasing an important traditional and cultural practice of the Guadalcanal people.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 26/10/2026
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- SHIPPING SERVICE | SIBC News
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- 4:26
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- The marine vessel MV Taimareho, owned by West Are’are Constituency, is currently the only shipping service operating to South Malaita, as the constituency’s vessel, Mala Mwei Mwei, is old and no longer in service.
Communities in South Malaita are grateful for the support from West Are’are Constituency, especially in providing transport to and from Honiara, as well as carrying cargo and other materials.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 26/10/2026
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- 26 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 23:20
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- WORKERS ABROAD | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- With the growing interest among Solomon Islanders in participating in the Pacific Australia Labor Mobility (PALM) Scheme, workers absconding from their assigned farms has also become a growing concern.
Last year, the government confirmed that more than 40 Solomon Islands workers had absconded from the farms they were assigned to, breaching the employment contracts they signed under the PALM Scheme.
Authorities have repeatedly reminded workers of the need to build good working relationships with their employers to avoid such situations.
Executive Officer of Approved Employers of Australia, Cath Cave, whose industry association represents Australian businesses participating in the Pacific Australia Labor Mobility (PALM) Scheme, has assured that they will continue to work to ensure issues between workers and employers are addressed.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 23/10/2026
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- GEOLOGY PARTNERSHIP | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:43
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- The Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification and Geo-science Australia launched a Twinning Partnership Program in Honiara.
The partnership supports the Ministry through cooperation between the Geological Survey Division and the Mines Division to strengthen scientific and regulatory capabilities through technical advice, practical assistance, and the transfer of knowledge, skills, and technology.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 23/10/2026
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- HEALTH COMMITMENTS | SIBC News
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Solomon Islands has welcomed the proposed agenda for 78th Session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for South-East Asia, recognizing its strong alignment with the health priorities of Pacific countries.
Minister for Health and Medical Services Honorable Morris Toiraena highlighted the importance of accelerating action on access to medicines, tuberculosis, diabetes, HIV, and the use of health data to drive evidence-based policies and decisions.
Toiraena also called for continued attention to climate-resilient health systems and health security, noting the growing impacts of climate change and emerging health threats across the Pacific.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 23/10/2026
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- WATER MONITORING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- The Water Resources Division within the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification is monitoring El Niño conditions across Solomon Islands through its provincial stations.
The monitoring comes as concerns grow over worsening dry conditions and their potential impact on water supplies in affected communities.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 23/10/2026
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- TOURISM | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Strengthening local tourism businesses and making them more practical remain key priorities for the tourism sector in Solomon Islands.
According to the Tourism Solomons, the priority now is to strengthen partnerships and ensure they translate into practical benefits for local businesses and the wider economy.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 23/10/2026
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- TOURISM COMMUNIQUE | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 5:00
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Pacific tourism leaders have issued a communique following this morning’s Council of Tourism Ministers meeting in Honiara.
The meeting, held under the South Pacific Tourism Organization, brought regional tourism leaders together to discuss priorities for tourism development and cooperation across the Pacific.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 21/10/2026
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- WASTE MANAGEMENT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:07
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) in collaboration with Honiara City Council (HCC) are continuing efforts to promote proper waste management within the school campus.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 21/10/2026
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- PALM WORKERS | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:28
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Solomon Islanders taking up employment opportunities under the Pacific Australia Labor Mobility (PALM) Scheme in Australia have been reminded to uphold the country's strong reputation by being responsible ambassadors and respecting Australian workplace laws.
Executive Officer of Approved Employers of Australia, Cath Cave, made the reminder during yesterday's opening of the inaugural Solomon Islands Approved Employers Expo.
She highlighted that employers decide where they recruit their workers, and those decisions are largely influenced by previous experiences with workers from each country.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 21/10/2026
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- FAMILY TRAINING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:06
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- World Vision Solomon Islands, under its Iumi Tugeda fo Pikinini program, is currently conducting a Celebrating Families training for targeted communities.
The training aims to strengthen family relationships, promote positive parenting, and improve the well-being of children.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 21/10/2026
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- CONSERVATION TRAINING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:30
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Solomon Islands is conducting a Leadership Training of Trainers on Good Governance, Monitoring, Compliance and Surveillance.
The training brings together community leaders, church leaders, facilitators, women and youth representatives to strengthen leadership skills, governance practices and community-based natural resource management.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 22/10/2026
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- INCLUSIVE TOURISM | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- The Pacific Tourism Organization has launched a new five-year action plan to promote gender equality and inclusion across the Pacific tourism industry.
The Pacific Gender and Inclusive Tourism Action Plan 2026–2030 was launched in Honiara yesterday during SPTO’s regional tourism program.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 22/10/2026
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- EDUCATION SUPPORT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:52
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- Ngalibiu community high school in North Guadalcanal received their new Multipurpose Hall funded under the Solomon Islands – Australia Community Partnerships.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 22/10/2026
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- COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:29
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- Satona Community in West Guadalcanal is now lighting up with solar-powered streetlights following their handover by the Australian High Commission.
The initiative highlights the strong partnership between Solomon Islands and Australia in supporting community development.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 21/10/2026
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- 23 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 14:45
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- GRADUATION | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:38
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- Students of Poitete Community High School in Western Province celebrated their graduation day, marking an important stage in their education.
The ceremony brought together school leaders, invited guests and parents to recognize the students achievements.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 22/10/2026
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- TOURISM EXCURSION | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:19
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- Tourism leaders and stakeholders took part in an excursion to Central Islands Province.
The excursion is part of the Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) meeting being held in Honiara this week.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 22/10/2026
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- LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:08
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- A total of 51 law enforcement officers from the Honiara City Council graduated after completing a three-week Capacity and Skills Training program.
The training aimed to strengthen the officers’ knowledge and practical skills to improve their performance and effectiveness in carrying out their duties.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 22/10/2026
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- 22 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 23:00
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- 21 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 24:17
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- WOMEN IN BUSINESS | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:33
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The Green Valley SPBD E1 Centre has received the SPBD Best Centre Award for two consecutive years during last week’s Businesswoman of the Year Awards ceremony, recognizing the hard work and dedication of its members in maintaining an efficient and successful savings club.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 20/10/2026
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- PINKTOBER DONATION | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:07
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- TISA Insurance Company has donated 50 care packages and two crutches to cancer patients as part of activities marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also known as Pinktober.
The donation was made to patients at the cancer ward, reflecting the company’s commitment to supporting communities and showing care for people affected by cancer.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 20/10/2026
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- TOURISM MEETING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:36
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Solomon Islands is once again hosting the South Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) Board of Directors Meeting after 17 years.
The SPTO Board Meeting coincides with the Council of Tourism Ministers' Meeting, which will be held over three days, from 20 to 22 October, in Honiara.
For Solomon Islands, hosting the meetings provides an opportunity to share its tourism experiences, learn from other Pacific destinations, and build partnerships with regional governments, development partners, and tourism industry stakeholders.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 20/10/2026
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- LMU EXPO OPENS | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:35
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Prime Minister Matthew Wale has reiterated the government's commitment to sending 5,000 workers annually to participate in labor mobility program.
The Prime Minister was the guest of honor at the inaugural 2026 Solomon Islands Approved Employers Expo.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 20/10/2026
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- CANCER | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:59
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Cancer remains a major public health concern in Solomon Islands, with late diagnosis posing a significant challenge for patients seeking treatment.
The country recorded 128 breast cancer cases in 2024, making it the most common cancer affecting women.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 20/10/2026
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- 20 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 25:15
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- EL NINO UPDATE | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:56
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The country is currently bracing for more severe impacts of El Niño, with reduced rainfall recorded over the past several months.
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service has recorded below-average rainfall at all of its weather stations, except Lata in Temotu Province.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 19/10/2026
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- SPTO MEETING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The three-day meeting, which begins on the 20th October 2026, will cover key areas including providing strategic leadership and direction, reviewing and approving work plans and budgets, promoting sustainable tourism development, and strengthening regional cooperation in the region's tourism industry.
The Government says that, for Solomon Islands, hosting the meeting presents an opportunity to advance national tourism priorities at the regional level, strengthen regional and international tourism promotion, and encourage investment, improved air connectivity, and tourism infrastructure.
It will also enable the country to share its tourism experiences and learn from other Pacific destinations, priorities that align with SPTO's regional mandate to support tourism marketing, sustainable development, and cooperation across the Pacific.
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In another major event, the Solomon Islands Labor Mobility Unit, within the Ministry of Foreign A...
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- WOMEN EMPOWERMENT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:26
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The South Pacific Business Development (SPBD) Solomon Islands is a leading microfinance institution dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs in rural and urban communities across the country.
SPBD focuses on helping women start, grow, and sustain their microbusinesses by providing access to financial services and business development support.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 19/10/2026
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- BILATERAL PARTNERSHIP | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:54
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The National Sports Council has thanked Indonesia for its support in building the Friendship Hall, unveiling a billboard today to symbolize the two countries’ enduring friendship followed by a friendly futsal match between the Indonesian Navy and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 19/10/2026
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- FISHERIES MANAGEMENT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:57
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Communities have an important role in protecting and sustainably managing their fishing grounds, with young people also expected to play a key part in safeguarding marine resources for the future.
This was highlighted during the official launch and handover of the Soka Community Fisheries Management Plan in the Ngella Islands last week.
The plan provides a framework to guide the community in making decisions on the use, conservation and sustainable management of its fisheries resources.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 19/10/2026
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- 19 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 23:46
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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- LMU ON EXPO | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Since 2019, Solomon Islands Governments have been sending workers to Australia and New Zealand under labour mobility programmes, which have become an important sector for the country.
Next week, the Labour Mobility Unit, (LMU) within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, will host its first-ever Approved Employers Expo.
The event will showcase to 25 Australian employers how Solomon Islands workers are prepared and supported before they leave to work in Australia.
Speaking at a media briefing, LMU Director Christina Marau explained what the Unit hopes to achieve from the expo.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 15/10/2026
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- HCC ON FOOD PERMIT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:54
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Honiara City Council has begun strict enforcement of food safety permit requirements for vendors selling cooked and ready-to-eat food at Honiara Central Market.
Vendors must complete food safety training and obtain a valid permit before selling their food, or risk having it removed from sale or destroyed.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 15/10/2026
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- WORLD SIGHT DAY | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:34
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Solomon Islands marked World Sight Day under the theme, “Love Your Eyes, Every Story Counts.”
World Sight Day is observed annually on the second Thursday of October to raise global awareness about vision impairment and avoidable blindness, while advocating for accessible and affordable eye care.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 15/10/2026
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- MSME SUPPORT | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:38
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Strongim Binis is partnering with Development Bank of Solomon Islands (DBSI) to help micro, small, and medium sized enterprises, in agriculture and tourism sectors across transport assets through a special financing facility.
An information session was hosted today to help small business understand how they can qualify for transport asset financing.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 15/10/2026
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- BVIPSI ON SIGHT DAY | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:39
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- The Blind and Visually Impaired Persons Solomon Islands (BVIPSI) marked World Sight Day and International White Cane Safety Day in Honiara on October 15th, raising awareness about eye health, independence and the inclusion of people living with visual impairments.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 16/10/2026
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- PINKTOBER SURVIVORS BREAKFAST | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:54
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Breast cancer survivors are encouraging women and girls in Solomon Islands to take their health seriously by seeking early screening and medical attention.
The call was made during the Pinktober Survivors Breakfast organized by the Solomon Islands Planned Parenthood Association, bringing together survivors to share their experiences and raise awareness about the importance of early detection.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 16/10/2026
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- SPBD AWARDS | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:17
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Women entrepreneurs across Solomon Islands have been recognised for their hard work, resilience, and contribution to their families and communities at the South Pacific Business Development (SPBD) Network’s Businesswoman Awards 2026.
The event highlighted the importance of financial inclusion in helping women grow their businesses and contribute to the country’s economic development.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 16/10/2026
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- SIMBA MEETING | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:21
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- The Solomon Islands Missionary Baptist Association (SIMBA) held its first three-day Meeting 2026 at the New Port Missionary Baptist Church along Vura Road, Kukum Highway.
The meeting brought Missionary Baptist leaders from Western, Malaita and Guadalcanal provinces together to discuss how the association can continue to grow its ministry, strengthen its faith and expand its contribution to communities across Solomon Islands.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 15/10/2026
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- FISHERIES MANAGEMENT PLAN | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 4:48
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- The Soka Community in the Ngella Islands has launched its Community Fisheries Management Plan to help protect and sustainably manage its fisheries and marine resources.
The plan was officially launched and handed over to the community by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Program (SPREP), the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, and the Ministry of Environment.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 16/10/2026
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- GLOBAL HAND-WASHING DAY | SIBC News
- Runtime
- 3:26
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Six schools in North and Northeast Guadalcanal marked Global Handwashing Day, with activities aimed at promoting good hygiene practices and encouraging students to become handwashing champions in their schools, homes and communities.
Kulu, Ngalimbiu, Ghaobata and Suaghi Schools were among those taking part in the celebrations, which focused on the importance of washing hands properly with soap and water to prevent the spread of germs and protect children’s health.
Note: This News Package was first aired on 15/10/2026
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- 16 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
- Runtime
- 21:22
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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