THE increasing involvement of Asian buyers in the beche-de-mer trade in Malaita Outer Islands (MOI) does not go down well with the Luaniua House of Chiefs. The Secretary for the Luaniua House of Chiefs in Lord Howe, Chief Hugo Viauli in an interview with the Solomon Star is urging authorities to take action against these…
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has issued a firm call to all its affiliated unions and public sector workers to refrain from engaging in or influencing the current political situation involving national leaders. The Council emphasized the critical need for public officers and workers to maintain professionalism, neutrality, and maturity in service…
In light of the ongoing political situation within our country, the Lord Mayor of Honiara City Council, Cr. Eddie Kasuteé Siapu has urged all residents and visitors to remain calm, maintain peace, and continue their daily activities without disruption. “Our beautiful city has always been a beacon of resilience and unity, and it is during…
As the countdown towards next Tuesday’s motion of no confidence gets underway, citizens of this country have been reminded to remain calm and respect the democratic process. The appeal came from the Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele and Opposition Leader Matthew Wale. In parliament on Tuesday before a special adjournment was approved, both leaders called on…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has urged members of the Pacific Islands Telecommunications Association (PITA) to address the ongoing challenge of internet accessibility across the region. Speaking during the official opening of PITA’s 29th Annual General Meeting, Business Forum, and Expo 2025 at the Aquatic Centre, King George Six on Monday evening, PM Manele said internet…
The Western Provincial Government (WPG) has once again welcomed a high-level delegation from China’s Fujian Province in Gizo on Monday. This marked the second official visit since the establishment of a sister-province relationship last year. Leading the delegation was, Hon. Li Dejin, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People’s Congress, underscored…
The reigning champions Central Coast Football Club (FC) have already sent out a strong message in their Super League 2025 season campaign. This was when they humiliated FC Juniper Tree with a commanding 5-0 victory in their opening match on Sunday at Lawson Tama stadium. The victory has sent a strong tone for their title…
Former Minister of Finance and Treasury, Manasseh Sogavare, has dismissed claims he resigned to contest the Prime Minister’s (PM) seat. Sogavare is among five ministers from the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) and five backbenchers who resigned on Monday. The ministers who resigned include: Manasseh Maelanga – Minister of Infrastructure Development (MID) Rollen…
Officials from Honiara met with Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and others in Seoul last week to discuss a possible collaboration on the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant project. Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources Permanent Secretary Dr Christain Ramofafia, Ronald Ivupitu, Chief Engineer Solomon Islands Ports Authority, and Fred Conning, Technical Services Coordinator…
Following the conclusion of the Honiara Rugby Union Association (HRUA) Easter 7s 2025, the association is set to host another major rugby competition this month. HRUA confirmed that the Men’s 15s competition is set to kick off on Thursday May 1st at the Town Ground Rugby Stadium, West Honiara. The competition will feature a total…