A total of 585 police recruitment candidates have successfully passed the interview stage of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Recruitment Campaign 2025/2026 and will now proceed to the Entry Physical Fitness Test, marking the fourth and final stage of the recruitment process. The RSIPF announced that the fitness test will commence this Saturday…
The Chairman of the Young Entrepreneurs Council Solomon Islands (YECSI), Limal Totongi, has held a consultative meeting with representatives of the Western Province Young Entrepreneurship Council (WPYEC) in Gizo, reaffirming a shared commitment to youth empowerment and economic development in the province. The meeting provided a platform for WPYEC representatives to present detailed updates on their…
The Western Provincial Young Entrepreneurship Council (WYPEC) has acknowledged the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration (MCILI) for its support towards the successful delivery of a content creation workshop held recently in the Western Province. WYPEC is a youth-led organization that aims to empower young people in the province through entrepreneurship, innovation, skills and…
A four-day Digital Content Creation Training for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and freelancers successfully concluded in Gizo on Friday, boosting digital skills and e-commerce awareness in Western Province. The training equipped participants with practical skills in storytelling, scripting, video production, audio and lighting techniques, as well as digital content development. Participants also took part…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Saturday received a farewell courtesy call from the outgoing Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Solomon Islands, H.E. Andriana Supandy. The meeting marked the conclusion of Ambassador Supandy’s diplomatic tenure, following the presentation of his credentials in August 2019, and provided an opportunity to reflect on the strong and…
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele on Saturday 31st January 2026 received Provincial Premiers and their representatives in Honiara to follow up on their submission regarding the Provincial Government Act 1997. During the meeting, the Prime Minister acknowledged the sentiments raised by the provincial leaders and recognised the commitment shown by premiers and their representatives in travelling to…
The Commissioner Forest Resources within the Ministry of Forestry and Research has clarified question raised over a decision to endorse logging operations on Korona land as straight forward with an exception on the tubi issue. A so-called landowner, Mr Chief Paul Fota raised the issue in the Island Sun Newspaper alleging non-compliance of legal processes pertaining to…
OFC: Bula FC have claimed a precious victory over ten-man Solomon Kings as they made a winning start to Round 2 of the OFC Pro League in Port Moresby on Sunday. Having come through Round 1 without a victory, Stephane Auvray’s side will be delighted to hit the ground running, thanks to Nabil Begg’s late first-half goal.…
After days of rain, the Vura Road in East Honiara received a much needed relief work over the weekend. Over the past days, the road condition along the Vura had been in a very bad state, causing inconvenience to vehicle owners and commuters who have been accessing the road. Heavy downpour had resulted in parts…
The case of former Gao-Bugotu Member of Parliament (MP) Samuel Manetoali has been adjourned to Monday 2nd February following an update on his medical condition. Counsel Peter Sipolo of JS Ward & Associate informed the Honiara Magistrates’ Court on Friday that Manetoali was discharged from hospital last week, but is required to return weekly for medical reviews. Deputy Chief…