Solomon Islands was represented at the Fourteenth Conference of the Pacific Community (SPC), held on 17 October 2025 in Nuku’alofa, Tonga. The Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka attended the conference which was based on the theme “Pasifiki: Rooted in Heritage, Honouring the Past, United for a Resilient Future.” The…
The Vatoro site at North Vella La Vella, Western Province is now fully operational. This followed the successful activation of the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project SINBIP tower. The latest achievement marked a significant milestone in the Solomon Islands’ nationwide broadband expansion efforts. The Vatoro site R22 has been brought online, further enhancing the…
Dear Editor – Active community involvement is essential for strong leadership and transparent governance. Unfortunately, citizens’ voices are often excluded from key development and planning decisions that impact their daily lives. Leaders at all levels should encourage public consultations and establish open discussions to include community perspectives. When people participate in decisions, it builds accountability,…
The Chairlady of the 2025 FIBA Melanesian Cup Gloria Hong, has expressed pride and gratitude following the successful hosting of the tournament in Honiara in the past weeks. In a statement, Hong stated the event was more than just a basketball competition it was a true celebration of unity, teamwork, and love for the game…
Honiara – Parliament will reconvene on Monday, 24th November 2025, following the completion of the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) review of the 2026 Appropriation Bill. This follows Parliament’s approval on Friday of a Motion of Special Adjournment moved by the Prime Minister, Honourable Jeremiah Manele. The adjournment will allow the PAC sufficient time to conduct…
Some two years ago Dr Silvan Haemmerli listened to a podcast about Dr Hermann Oberli’s work in Solomon Islands. Dr Haemmerli, a medical specialist in General Surgery, from Zurich, Switzerland, was inspired by what he heard. “I was really inspired by his story and his work and so I contacted him and asked if he…
Solomon Islands’ top female assistant referee, Natalia Lumukana, has made her FIFA World Cup debut, officiating in the Group C match between Norway and Ecuador and Sunday’s Group D match between Samoa and Nigeria at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025. Lumukana made history as only the second match official from the Solomon…
Dear Editor – The rising cost of living in the Solomon Islands is more than just an economic issue; it’s a sign of poor planning and weak systems. Prices of food, fuel, and basic goods continue to climb, yet salaries stay the same. Meanwhile, the gap between those who can afford to live comfortably and…
Dear Editor – Unemployment is a serious concern in our country, especially among young people who have recently graduated and those who have dropped out of school. Many people are without jobs, and the economic growth also slows down, which affects the overall progress of the country. The government should take the lead by prioritizing…
A man from Lord Howe in the Malaita Outer Islands has died while diving for beche-de-mer in the Western Province. The incident was believed to have occurred on Thursday afternoon after his oxygen tank reportedly malfunctioned underwater while diving off Rannongah Island. The deceased was said to have been working for a Chinese beche-de-mer agent…