The high visibility presence of police officers in Noro and Munda, Western Province during last week’s Pacific Islands Forum Leaders (PIFL) Retreat in Noro has seen a very peaceful week for the communities. Residents said, both centres experienced calm and peace throughout the week leading up to the retreat. Streets were quiet, people went about their business without disturbance, and night-time noise levels…
The people of Solomon Islands have been acknowledged for their exceptional hospitality and combined hard work during the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in the country last week. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele expressed on behalf of the National Government, extended his heartfelt gratitude following the successful hosting of the weeklong event. Prime Minister Manele acknowledged the tireless efforts…
Solomon Islands has joined the rest of the world in celebrating the annual International Day of Democracy on Monday. This year’s celebration, held at the FOPA Village in East Honiara, carried the theme “Youth Voices, United Choices: Youth in Democratic Action.” Delivering the keynote address as Guest of Honour, the Acting Prime Minister, Honourable Fredrick Kologeto, MP,…
Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders have reaffirmed their united support for Australia’s bid to host the 31st UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP31) in 2026, declaring it a historic opportunity to elevate the Pacific voice in global climate negotiations. In a statement issued in the Communique at the conclusion of the 54th Forum Leaders…
Port Moresby – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele met with the French Ambassador to the Pacific and Permanent Representative to the Pacific Community, Her Excellency Ms. Veronique Roger-Lacan, for bilateral talks on the margins of regional engagements in Port Moresby. The French Ambassador congratulated Prime Minister Manele on Solomon Islands’ successful hosting of the 54th Pacific Islands…
THE Western Provincial Government (WPG) has clarified how road works are managed and outlined the roles of national and donor-funded projects in relation to Gizo’s infrastructure This followed a Solomon Star report published in April, 2025, which stated that road works under the CAUSE II Project would begin in July this year. WPG described the report as misleading and…
Dear Editor – Violence against women has been a longstanding issue in the Solomon Islands. It is recognised that these crimes are among the most serious the country faces, yet, sadly, only a few offenders are punished, and the law fails to adequately protect them. This endangers women and girls, hampers the nation’s progress, and denies…
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) recently led a successful mission to Brisbane, Australia, to explore partnership opportunities with Applied Nutrition Pty Ltd, a leading manufacturer of livestock feed premixes and nutritional supplements. Led by CEMA Director Mr. Simon Chottu and Board Director Mr. Joseph Huta, the visit aimed to identify areas of collaboration that…
Solomon Islanders Rovu Boyers and Junior David have each won the 2025 champions medal and the championship trophy with their respective clubs in Adelaide over the weekend. To cap it off, Boyers scored the winning goal for West Adelaide in extra time against Football South Australia (FSA) State League One Premiership Sturt Lions when both…
The Hovi Football Club of Hovi community in Gao Bugotu Constituency, Isabel Province successfully hosted a community football league which concluded over the weekend. The league commenced on 10th August 2025 and was hosted at Hovi Adventist High School sports ground. The league was opened for all community football clubs within the vicinity of Hovi community to participate while gearing up for the 4…