The Small Malaita Constituency (SMC) officially launched Phase II of its Road Infrastructure Program on July 9th, 2025, at Ou’oumatawa, Small Malaita. This milestone was made possible through the active involvement of the Member of Parliament for SMC, Honourable Rick Nelson Houenipwela. Constituency Development Officer (CDO) Brown Honimae explained that the original Phase 2 road…
A lower-grade version of methamphetamine is believed to be circulating within the communities, with users now able to purchase it for as little as $100. A confidential source with in-depth knowledge of the local drug trade has warned that authorities must urgently take action, as the drug situation is becoming increasingly unmanageable. “In the past,…
A severe shortage of Primaquine – a critical anti-malaria drug to treat malaria and prevents it from coming back after treatment (relapse) is a cause of concern among health authorities in Western Province. This came as malaria cases continue to experience a resurgence of malaria cases in Gizo and surrounding communities. Reports from Gizo Hospital confirmed that the essential medication, which is…
TWO men have been sentenced in the Honiara Magistrate’s Court for drinking kwaso at the Central Honiara Market in June. Fred Masai, 19, a first time offender, was fined $400, with the option to serve 20 days in prison if he failed to pay up. Unfortunately, Masai did not pay the fine, and a default…
The Solomon Cup Organising Committee on Friday announced that the semi-final matches of the Solomon Cup 2025, initially scheduled for this weekend, have been postponed tentatively to Monday, July 21, 2025. This decision was made following constructive discussions with Provincial Football Association – participating teams regarding the Disciplinary Committee Decision on Makira Ulawa Football Association…
Realizing that many in the community are concerned about matters of faith and spirituality, Jehovah’s Witnesses are inviting all to their annual global convention series, which has the theme “Pure Worship!” Each year, the Witnesses present a free three-day program open to local communities. They will return to the Friendship Hall sports stadium in Honiara…
POLICE in Auki have arrested an elderly man in connection with a domestic violence incident. The alleged case occurred in late June at Kwa’adoe Village, West Kwara’ae, Malaita Province. The assault, which took place on 26 June 2025, reportedly involved the suspect physically attacking his wife. According to reports, the man allegedly kicked his wife and struck her…
Dive tourism is a growing market in the country’s tourism sector. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic, Honiara has had limited access to dedicated diving services. As more visitors come to Honiara for short stays, particularly business travellers with limited free time, the demand for accessible diving services and equipment rental has increased. In response to this…
By Scott Morris Vice-President of the Asian Development Bank and Eric J. Lam Small island developing states are among the most vulnerable to climate impacts, including sea level rise, flooding, and extreme weather, despite contributing low global greenhouse gas emissions. These island nations are also heavily reliant on costly imported fossil fuels to meet their…
The Lauru Football Association (LFA) President is appealing for respect and unity amidst the current Solomon Cup saga. The LFA President Mr Jeffery Sipele in a statement earlier said, the ongoing controversy surrounding the Solomon Cup has not only drawn the attention of football fans nationwide but has also sparked a wave of discussion and debate across social…