The Solomon Islands U16 women’s team hope for the U17 world cup in Morocco have been denied after they went down to the hosts Samoa 5-0 in the semifinals on Monday. Samoa’s 5-0 victory over Solomon Islands in the semifinals gave the hosts a spot in the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship final for the second…
The Solomon Islands Women’s National Football Team has made a significant leap in the latest FIFA Coca-Cola Women’s World Rankings, climbing eight places to reach 73rd position. The updated rankings, released on August 7, 2025, reflect the team’s rise from their previous position of 86th, recorded just last month. This remarkable jump follows the team’s…
The Japan funded Human Resources Development Scholarship (JDS) wants to see an increase of Solomon Islands female applications to study in Japan Universities. This was one of the goals set for the next batch in their 3rd meeting last week by the JDS Operating Committee to determine the recruitment and selection methods for the second batch.…
A three day celebration to mark Malaita day will take place this week starting on Thursday. This was announced by the Chairman of the Malaita Day Committee, Redley Raramo, during a press conference held at the Harbour View Lounge in Guzo Point, Bahai, Honiara on Monday. The three-day event is scheduled to run from Thursday August…
Late Snyder Rini, 76, has been described as a great man, a statesman and a son of Solomon Islands who contributed so much to the development of this nation. Former Prime Minister and current Member of Parliament (MP) for Small Malaita Rick Hou uttered this at the state funeral of the former Prime Minister and Member of…
Solomon Islands trio Tigi Molea, Jimson Abana, and Junior Jack Ani played a key role in helping Labasa FA lift the 2025 Extra Battle of the Giants (BOG) trophy with a 2-1 victory over Rewa in a thrilling grand final on Sunday at Subrail Park in Labasa. The win ended a 26-year wait for Labasa…
SEVEN tribes that jointly own the historic Laulasi Island in Langalanga, Malaita Province, have pledged their full support to revive tourism in that region. This significant show of unity was marked by a milestone peace and reconciliation ceremony held on Wednesday on the island. The event brought together tribal leaders in a renewed commitment to restore Laulasi…
The former KOSSA FC marksman Joe Luwi is appointed the head coach for KOSSA FC U-18 team this season. KOSSA FC made the announcement recently following the appointment of its former marksman Joe Luwi which set to led the KOSSA FC U18 team this season. “The Former KOSSA FC marksman Joe Luwi is set to…
YOUTHS from the Tophill community in Gizo, Western Province, have successfully conducted a public awareness campaign last week to educate residents on the importance of proper waste segregation. The campaign, held at the Gizo main market, attracted strong participation from the public, highlighting the growing concern among residents about pollution and improper waste disposal in…
There is a growing demand for kava in the United States (US) and other Pacific Island countries. This was revealed by Kubonitu Holding – a leading kava buyer and exporter in Solomon islands. In a statement to inform local growers, the national government and all the stakeholders who are supporting the kava industry, Kubonitu Holding said; “kava demand now…