Chairlady Declares Polling Stations Open, Emphasizes Importance of Election, Urging Voters to Choose Effective Representatives
Today marks a significant milestone in the Solomon Islands as citizens head to the polls for a joint election to select both national and provincial leaders across all provinces, excluding Choiseul and Western Provinces, as well as Duidui Ward in South Guadalcanal. The election comes after the extension of parliament from 2023 to 2024.
Chairlady of the Solomon Islands Electoral Commission, Taeasi Sanga, has emphasized the importance of the election, urging voters to choose candidates who can effectively represent their interests. With over 1000 polling stations nationwide, voters from Anuta in the east to Shortlands in the west will participate in this democratic process.
Sanga has encouraged eligible voters to cast their ballots, with electoral commission officials available to assist. The election also welcomes a significant number of independent observers: 391 Domestic Observers, 81 Joint Domestic and International Observers and 95 International Observers.
Candidates will also have agents monitoring polling and counting stations to ensure transparency.
