THE High Court has acquitted a man of two counts of rape involving his wife, but sentenced him to 21 months in jail for one count of domestic violence. The defendant stood trial more than a week ago during the High Court Circuit in Gizo, Western Province. The High Court circuit continued last week. During the trial, the prosecution…
The Uto ni Yalo voyaging canoe, with a regional crew from Oceania finally arrived in Lata, Santa Cruz, Temotu Province this morning, Sunday 31st August 2025. The team left Fiji about eight days ago bound for Honiara ahead of the Pacific Island Forum Leaders Meeting. Their first stop over was at Lata. The beautiful weather…
Three local companies will undertake major road improvement projects in Malaita under the SBD60 million Australian-supported National Transport Fund project. The four projects include the Busurata Road delivered by Exodus Trade Development, the Northeast Malaita Road (Fataleka – Subobono) by FT Builders Construction, and two sections of the Malaita South Road – tar sealing of…
The Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (OPMC) is warning members of the public of a fraudulent online scheme currently circulating on social media titled ‘Jeremiah Manele SBD900 Development’. “Theres no such thing as SBD900 PM Grant from Prime Minister.” The scam is using the name and image of Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele…
The Solomon Islands parliamentary delegation, led by Speaker of Parliament Hon. Patteson John Oti, took part in the 5th Pacific Islands Parliamentary Group (PIPG) Conference held at the InterContinental Hotel in Natadola, Fiji last week. The landmark event marked a turning point in Pacific regional cooperation with the formal transition of PIPG into the newly established…
About seven percent (7%) of Solomon Water female staff make up the 24% female workers in the State Owned Enterprise (SOE) that are actively taking leadership roles supporting the organization’s strategies and recognize the efforts and energy that women bring into the workforce. These women have undergone a Pathway Leadership Program which trains them how to lead in…
South Pacific Oil Limited (SPOL) Avaiki Rugby Club (RC) is the 2025 Honiara Rugby Union Association (HRUA) Men’s 15s Premier Champion. The claimed the title after defeating arch-rivals Henderson Hammerhead Sharks 26-15 in a thrilling grand final on Thursday at Town Ground Rugby Stadium. It was a repeat of last year’s decider, with the two…
Students of Gizo Primary School in Central Gizo, Western Province successful staged their annual cultural day. The event featured a stunning showcase of rich, diverse cultural show during their cultural day on Thursday, 28th August 2025. The theme for this year’s program focused on celebrating the varkous cultures in the country, sharing stories, telling stories…
OFC: Following a thorough club licensing process, the preferred eight clubs for the inaugural OFC Professional League have been confirmed. Based on the recommendations of the Independent Club Licensing Committee, the OFC Executive Committee has approved the clubs, which are still subject to the final stages of the licensing and compliance process before full confirmation.…
A Community-Based Resources (CBR) Management Action Plan workshop was successfully held in Gizo, Western Province last week. The workshop brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from Fisheries, the Environment Division, and community leaders from across Western Province. The workshop was conducted by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) in partnership with the World…