Dear Editor – I am writing to express my profound concern about the persistent issues facing the Solomon Islands, particularly the lack of transparency in the mining sector and the ongoing corruption scandals. The missing revenue from bauxite shipments on Rennell Island highlights a critical failure of accountability within our government. Leader of the Opposition…
Participants of the training on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for children and families shared their experiences and reflections on the outcomes of the workshop during its fourth day. The five-day training, which began on Monday will conclude on Friday, September 26. ‘ It is being facilitated by UNICEF and brings together a diverse…
WORKERS at a foreign-owned logging company operating in the far Western Province have raised serious concerns over poor treatment, unfair practices, and delayed payment arrangements of their wages. According to workers interviewed by the Solomon Star early this week, employees are often left waiting for long periods before receiving their fortnightly wages. In the meantime, many are forced to…
Solomon Islands need to build a healthier future for its people through the “Healthy Settings” approach. Dr. Nemia Bainivalu, the Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) highlighted this at the opening of the National Healthy Settings Conference in Gizo on Monday. Dr. Bainivalu highlighted that health is not just a fundamental human right but also…
S-League leaders Malaita Kingz FC were held to a 1-1 draw by ninth-placed Waneagu United as the 2025 season wrapped up its round 13 mid-week catch-up fixtures on Wednesday. Kingz started strongly, dominating most of the play, but failed to convert their numerous chances, with both sides heading into the break goalless. Dalton Saeni broke…
Construction work on Buala’s new market in Isabel has achieved an important milestone, with the roof now installed and the main scaffolding work done. The fully locally-delivered project has facelifted Buala town, boosting economic activity and community opportunities. Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Rod Hilton, praised the progress, highlighting the advantages of locally-led infrastructure development. “Every Australian-supported piece of infrastructure helps strengthen the…
The Fourth (IV) Grereo Festival commences this morning – Thursday 25th September at the Honiara City Council (HCC) Youth Hub. The three days festival officially commenced with a short parade from the Lawson Tama to the Youth Hub stage where the official opening happened. The opening also featured speeches from the Ministry of Culture and…
Dear Editor – As a concern student, could your esteemed office publish my view concerning Intellectual Property (IP) protection issue in Solomon Islands. Today creativity, innovation, and cultural heritage are gradually valuable. Our outdated IP laws are failing to keep pace with the needs of our people. For example, artists, designers, entrepreneurs and local musicians frequently struggle to…
Guadalcanal Provincial Secretary of the Christian Outreach Center and a respected elder of the Navola community in North Guadalcanal, has voiced concerns and the risk linked to the tailings dam used by Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) when a disaster strikes. Speaking during a Disaster Awareness Workshop held last week in Navola by the National Disability Forum…
Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has came out to congratulate Kurukuru for retaining the top spot as the Futsal Champions of the Pacific. Hon Wale said it is an achievement all Solomon Islanders should be proud about because victory is a testament of commitment, hard work, perseverance and most importantly discipline on and off the court. “I would like…