For the first time in the history of Betikama Adventist College (BAC) located East of Honiara, it now has a proper fencing erected around the girls’ dorm, thanks to the Australian Government. A formal handing over ceremony was held Tuesday 21st October at the College officially marking the completion of the new 410-metre security fence. Funded by the Australian Government through the Solomon Islands –…
LEADER of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has conveyed his condolences on the passing of former Malaita province premier Hon Daniel Suidani. The Opposition Leader said Malaita province has lost a son and a true leader. “ I convey my condolences to late Suidani’s family, his people in Fataleka and relatives,” he said. Hon Wale said…
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in partnership with Tourism Solomons and Solomon Islands Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT), has released the results of the 2024 Community Attitude Survey (CAS), providing insight into how Solomon Islanders perceive tourism, its potential, and the challenges that must be addressed to ensure its sustainability. Conducted between November 2024…
The Honourable Minister Dr Bosawai in his remarks at the meeting acknowledges the ongoing and cordial partnership between the Solomon Islands Government Ministry of Health and the World Bank. He acknowledges WB for the ongoing Technical support and assistance on Program of Analytical and Advisory Services (PASA) with primary focus on health financing and service…
The South Choiseul Constituency (SCC) has officially announced the SCC championship which is set take place next year, with Babatana ward has been confirm the official host of the event. The competition is scheduled to run from 8th to 15th January 2026 at Sasamuga village will feature a competitive tournaments in soccer, netball and volleyball for both…
William Lai has stepped down as Solomon Islands Basketball Federation (SIBF) President citing personal reasons. He tendered his resignation as SIBF President effective Tuesday 21st October, 2025. SIBF expresses its sincere appreciation to Lai for his service and contributions to the sport and the basketball community for the past 22 months. In keeping with SIBF governance arrangements, the Board confirms…
Solomon Islands music sensation Sean Rii continues to demonstrate the power of music for good, raising a massive Vanuatu Vatu 1million to help rebuild a damaged science laboratory at Malapoa College in Vanuatu recently. The significant funds were generated from his recent Tuff Tumas Concert in Port Vila, an event organised in partnership with The…
THE Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration (MCILI) is developing an Employment Information System to better determine the rate of youth unemployment in the country. Minister Harry Kuma confirmed this in Parliament last week when responding to a question from Member of Parliament for Small Malaita and Chairman of the Parliamentary House Committee, Rick…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says addressing youth unemployment in Solomon Islands requires a multi-pronged or whole-of-government approach. He made the remarks in Parliament last week after Leader of the Independent Group, Manasseh Maelanga, asked Minister of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration, Harry Kuma, about measures to tackle the issue. According to data, around 70 percent…
FORMER Malaita Premier and current Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 5 in West Baegu/Fataleka has passed on. Late Hon. Daniel Suidani was called to rest on Tuesday morning 21st October 2025 at the National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara. His passing was announced by his Advisor Celsus Talifilu in a statement issued via social…