FOUNDED in 1912, the Beijing First Experimental Primary School located in the Chinese capital’s Xicheng District has provided a group of international journalists on a media exchange program, an invaluable insight into China’s holistic approach to human resource development at the primary school level. Under this approach, Physical Education (PE) is emphasized as an equally…
To celebrates its second anniversary on 12th June, M-SELEN — the Solomon Islands’ leading mobile money platform under Our Telekom — is unveiling a game-changing service: the country’s first Merchant Payment Service designed for both smartphones and basic phones. Branded as “Pay With M-SELEN,” the service allows customers to make quick, secure, and cashless payments…
As part three of Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) 2025/2026 Community Development and Support Program, it is now focusing on drilling and supplying 21 water boreholes to its host and downstream communities. GRML officially announced in a statement on Wednesday, 11th June. “This key development reflects GRML’s ongoing commitment to uplift living conditions and ensure…
NICE, France, – Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele reaffirmed Solomon Islands’ commitment to climate action, sustainable ocean governance, and Pacific regional cooperation during the 6th France–Oceania Summit, held in Nice, France on Tuesday – 10 June. The summit, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron on the margins of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC),…
A formal tour to the Tina River Hydro Development Project site was accorded to the Acting Prime Minister (PM) Frederick Kologeto on Wednesday. The site tour offered the Acting PM and some of his ministers to witness firsthand the construction progress being made on the national energy project. Joining the delegation included; Derrick Rawcliff Manuari…
The first of its kind for Solomon Islands, three locals have been recruited to join the Volunteers for State Emergency Services (VSES) in Victoria, Australia. They are Peter Bulubali, 29 years old, from Auki in Malaita, Philemon Roroi , is 34 also from Auki and Nathaniel Tutugu is 26 years old, from Tulagi, Central Province. Theresa Mantovani, a member…
Tavuli Women’s Rugby Club finished the preliminary stage of the PacificAus Sports Women’s Rugby7s Series undefeated. This followed the conclusion of round-robin play on Monday, 9 June at the Town Ground Rugby Stadium. In a competition featuring six teams, with the top four advancing to Friday’s semi-finals, Tavuli opened their campaign with a narrow 17–14…
Reigning S-League champions, Central Coast FC were handed their first defeat of the 2025 season after falling 1-0 to Malaita Kingz on Monday. The match between the two sides initially kicked off on Sunday but was called off in the 21st minute of the first half due to a heavy downpour in Honiara. The game…
As the countdown continues for the 12th Mini Games in Palau, the Athletics Solomon has officially announced its final squad to represent the country in the upcoming 12th Mini Games at Palau. The finalized squad is said to comprise of six Para-athletes, eight team officials and eleven top runners who will represent Team Solomon at…
The Minister of Finance and Treasury, Honourable Harry D. Kuma has announced that Solomon Islands is now a Regional Member of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). Solomon Islands first applied to be a member of AIIB in 2023. After complying with all membership requirements, including the Instrument of Accession, and the first instalment capital…