AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTourism: Solomon Islands hopes to grow from about five dive operators to seven or eight by 2028, with new land-based operations planned for Munda and the Central Province. One of the country’s two liveaboards is preparing to close. Youth Futsal: The Solomon Islands lost 15-1 to Morocco at the Dakar Youth Olympics, ending Morocco’s group stage with a semifinal place secured. Jerom Billy scored the Solomon Islands’ goal. Powerlifting: Four Solomon Islands lifters brought home gold and silver from the Oceania championships in Fiji. Debutants Jay Jay Scott and Piuela Manuopangai each won silver. Climate: A strengthening El Niño is expected to bring drier conditions from November to January, adding pressure on water supplies and farms after months of low rainfall across the country. Community Support: Australia has awarded new grants to five local organisations working in youth leadership, women’s empowerment, disability inclusion and family wellbeing. Infrastructure: Honiara’s water upgrades, including added reservoir storage and improved trunk mains, have been handed over to Solomon Water. East Makira communities have also received 11 boats and 25 outboard engines to improve transport and access to essential services.
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