The Catholic Church, along with other Christian denominations in the country, marked the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday signifies the first day of Lent, a 40-day period leading up to Easter in the Christian faith. Each year, Catholics, Anglicans, Lutherans, and other denominations worldwide observe this solemn period of self-sacrifice and discipline.…
The newly appointed British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands and Nauru, Paul Robert Turner, has described the media in Solomon Islands as both “free” and ” inquisitive.” High Commissioner Turner made this observation during a press conference in Honiara on Tuesday. “I worked in Eastern Europe after the fall of the Berlin Wall, where the…
Residents of coastal villages in Gizo, Western Province, including Nusabaruku, Fishing Village, Lire, and other nearby areas, are grappling with increasing challenges in constructing proper toilet facilities due to rising sea levels. An assessment report conducted by Ward Development Committee (WDC) Team of Gizo Ward 11confirmed this alarming situation. Speaking to the Solomon Star, Sintau…
The 26 Ward Development Committees (WDCs) in Western Province have gathered crucial information to enhance sanitation at the provincial, ward, and village levels, particularly in rural areas. This follows a training workshop held in Gizo last week, organized by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund’s (UNICEF) Rural Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (RWASH), and the…
The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) has successfully completed the validation workshop on the National Education Action Plan (NEAP) 2022-2026 mid-term review report. The workshop, held at Mendana Hotel on Friday, 7th March 2025, brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, provincial government, education providers, private and church education providers, institutions, school…
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) joins the nation in mourning the passing of Sir David Vunagi, GCMG KStJ, a distinguished leader, educator, and servant of the people whose unwavering commitment to education, integrity, and public service has left an enduring legacy for our country. Sir David’s life was one of resilience, humility, and dedication…
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) says Fishery Sector has the potential to drive economic growth and job creation not only in urban centre’s but also rural area. As the leading institution representing the country’s private sector, SICCI is optimistic about the opportunities that lie in strengthening the fishery sector. In a…
MANY in Gizo, Western Province, have fallen ill with influenza, according to health officials. A nurse at the Gizo Hospital Outpatient Department confirmed to Solomon Star that a flu outbreak is currently affecting the community. “We have seen a significant number of patients coming in with flu-like symptoms, including fever, cough, body aches, and breathing…
THREE individuals accused of scamming over $4,000 from people seeking seasonal employment in Australia have pleaded not guilty to the allegation. Joe Rex Raukaniu has pleaded not guilty to two counts of False Pretences. His co-accused Shirly Fa’aitoa and Elsie Nagive entered not guilty to one count each of False Pretence. A Pre-Trial conference will…
VERY few of us have the privilege to see the Auditor General’s Report into the Government’s $309 million Economic Stimulus Package (ESP). Those who do have been given a-never-before-insight into the level of official corruption, which is rampant while ordinary Solomon Islanders suffer. Authorities chose to look the other way. Auditor General David Teika Dennis…