Tavuli News has officially welcomed three (3) news interns — Damien Loe, Margret Nuake, and Stephen Kamoa — all students from the Solomon Islands National University’s (SINU) Department of Journalism and Media, under the Faculty of Humanities and Science. The internship program is designed to provide them with practical newsroom experience.
Running through December 2025, the internship offers these students the opportunity to work alongside Tavuli News reporters, participate in editorial meetings, and contribute to daily news production. This hands-on experience complements their academic studies and equips them with essential skills for future careers in journalism.
The initiative was developed by Tavuli News to nurture local talent and strengthen media professionalism in the Solomon Islands.
Lisa Osifelo, Managing Director of Tavuli News, said, “This internship program is our way of supporting the next generation of journalists. By giving students real newsroom experience, we’re helping them build the skills and understanding they need for this important work.”
After learning of this initiative, BBC Media Action extended support to Tavuli News by helping cover stipends and other costs associated with the internship. “We appreciate BBC Media Action’s support, which enables us to enhance the internship program by providing valuable resources that contribute to a more meaningful learning experience for the students,” Osifelo added.
BBC Media Action is the BBC’s international development charity, using media and communication to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries. It partners with local organizations to strengthen journalism, improve access to information, and foster community engagement.
Award-Winning Journalism and Business Excellence
In 2024, Tavuli News earned significant recognition in both the media and private sectors within the Solomon Islands. At the Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) Media Excellence Awards 2024, Tavuli News was honored with three prestigious awards:
- Organisation of the Year
- Technology Award of the Year
- Broadcaster of the Year, awarded to Lisa Osifelo
Additionally, at the 8th Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) Business Excellence Awards 2024, Tavuli Daily News received the Small Business Enterprises Award of the Year, highlighting its growth and impact as a private sector enterprise.
Tavuli News is a Solomon Islands-based television and digital news outlet that produces independent, ethical, and community-focused journalism, with content broadcast through TTV, Pasifika TV, and online platforms.
The Department of Journalism and Media at the Solomon Islands National University (SINU), under the Faculty of Humanities and Science, offers a Certificate in Journalism program designed to provide students with foundational knowledge and practical skills for a career in journalism.
This collaboration between Tavuli News, Department of Journalism and Media at SINU, and BBC Media Action reflects their shared commitment to promoting quality journalism and ethical media practices in the Solomon Islands.
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