THE Solomon Islands economy is projected to remain steady with a growth rate of 2.7 percent in 2026, driven by stronger performance across mining, fishing, agriculture, and business services. Minister of Finance and Treasury, Rexson Ramofafia, presented this outlook when tabling the 2026 Appropriation Bill 2025 in Parliament on Monday 24th November. He said the mining sector is expected…
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) is making significant progress in strengthening direct export pathways for copra and cocoa, aiming to maximise value for local farmers and the national economy. CEMA is shifting from reliance on intermediaries to direct engagement with international manufacturers, ensuring higher returns, improved market stability, and greater transparency. Direct partnerships for…
A total of 34 new HIV cases have been recorded by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) bringing the cumulative total to 79. Of these 34 new cases 25 are males and 9 are females. This was announced by the Health Minister Honourable Dr. Paul Popora Bosawai on Monday at the WORLD AIDS day celebration. In his remarks at…
Australia has officially launched the Pacific Australia Skills program in Solomon Islands, reaffirming its long-term commitment to advancing skills development and training opportunities across the country. The launch was officiated by Australia’s Assistant Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, Senator the Hon. Nita Green, during her short visit to Honiara last week. The launching event was held at…
Guangzhou is striving to become a high quality city cluster for living, business, and tourism. Yet the city also faces tremendous challenges, especially in environmental protection. In the area of household waste disposal, Guangzhou has introduced a range of measures as part of our broader environmental protection strategy and our goal of building a modern…
The countdown begins for the East Rennell Rugby Union Association (ERRUA) Tegano Rugby 7s League 2025 finals this Thursday 4th December 2024 at the Vaigau playing field in Niupani in East Rennell. As the countdown continues the finals this Thursday, the EERUF is gearing up for their highly anticipated finals this Thursday with losers finals…
The Ngella Constituency Office (NCO) has made an initial investment of $1.2 million from its 2024 CDF allocation for the Rara-Moromole road development project. This investment aims to promote economic growth, improve transportation infrastructure, and enhance connectivity for communities in Ward 8 of the constituency. The project is a key initiative of the constituency office…
New global data has revealed that the Solomon Islands now ranks as the second highest country in the world for violence against women, raising urgent concern among child protection advocates and international organisation.This is according to latest report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) published 19 November 2025 titled: Violence against women prevalence estimates, 2023.Solomon…
When Stephen Didivera left his home in Guadalcanal, he never imagined he would one day become the first Solomon Islander to serve as a firefighter with the Kindersley Fire Service in Canada. But today, his journey—from a humble village upbringing to the front lines of emergency response in a foreign country—stands as a remarkable testament…
Tenatui and Kapinaovu in northeast Guadalcanal launched their community bylaw on 27 November 2025. The launching of the community bylaw came about after months of consultation with Homes of Peace and Empowerment (HOPE) Trust in collaboration with the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and other stakeholders. The RSIPF Officer, Senior Police Constable (PC) Joel…