Traffic authorities have begun enforcing long-standing road transport laws that had remained largely unimplemented for years, ordering the removal of illegal under-glow and non-standard LED lights from vehicles during a joint enforcement operation in Honiara last week. The operation, described by officials as one of the first of its kind in recent years, was carried…
The Solomon Islands men’s senior national football team has been confirmed to take part in the expanded FIFA Series 2026, following FIFA’s official announcement of hosts and group allocations this week. The FIFA Series 2026 will feature 48 national teams from around the world, competing in 12 groups of four during the March and April…
After a memorable opening win in their first-ever professional outing on Sunday against PNG Hekari United FC, Solomon Kings head into their second match of the Inaugural OFC Pro League on Wednesday night looking to maintain their perfect start. The Ben Cahn-coached side will face South Melbourne FC, who are also coming off an opening 2–1 win…
The Oceania Taekwondo Union (OTU) is set to host the Oceania Taekwondo Championships 2026 (OTC) 2026 in Australia from 28-29 March 2026. OTU confirmed this early this week announcing the the championship dates. “OTU and the Australian Taekwondo are pleased to announce that the 2026 Oceania Taekwondo Championships will be held in Sydney, Australia on 28–29 March 2026…
The 4th China Medical Team carried out a free medical clinic at the South Seas Evangelical Church (SSEC) in the Gilbert Camp community on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, under the pouring rain in Honiara. The health check was conducted in collaboration with Solomon Islands Chinese Women’s Association. To ensure that medical services precisely met community needs, the medical team, with the assistance of the…
Residents and visitors in Gizo provincial capital of Western Province can now enjoy improved internet access following the availability of Our Telekom public WiFi services at several key locations around the township. The initiative is part of Our Telekom’s ongoing efforts to make internet connectivity more convenient and accessible for communities in the Western Province.…
The Solomon Islands High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea, His Excellency [H.E] William Soaki, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Honourable Jeremiah Manele, in Honiara on Tuesday morning. High Commissioner Soaki conveyed New Year greetings to Prime Minister Manele and expressed appreciation for his leadership. He commended the Prime Minister for his…
Besi Youth Association (BYA) has signed a partnership agreement with leading taro buyer Goshen Enterprise in Auki, Malaita on Monday. The partnership marks a major step forward for the taro industry in Malaita Province, linking a youth-led farming group with an established taro processing company. Goshen Enterprise director Livet Maesimae said, the agreement formalises a…
Residents and villagers of Wagina Island in Choiseul Province have reaffirmed their firm opposition to proposed bauxite mining. This followed another consultation meeting involving government representatives, land lawyers and the proposed mining company. Speaking to Solomon Star this week, Wagina resident and seaweed farmer Para Tokananipiri said nearly 100 per cent of the island’s population…
A Honiara Magistrate has acquitted a man accused of planning to burn down critical state-owned infrastructures after the prosecution failed to prove an agreement between the accused and others, a key element of the offence. Principal Magistrate Elma Veena Rizzu Hilly delivered the judgment on Monday 12th January, acquitting John Damusi of one count of…