Construction of the Musukui Clinic in Ward 7 of North Malaita Constituency is progressing steadily, driven by strong community support and active local participation. The much-needed health facility is a key development priority for Ward 7 and is expected to improve access to basic healthcare services for thousands of people in the area. Member of…
An application for a permanent stay has been filed in the Honiara Magistrate’s Court in the case involving Honiara businessman David Kwan. The application seeks to stay proceedings pending the lapse or determination of an existing ex parte order issued by the High Court. Kwan has previously pleaded not guilty to two counts of operating…
The hearing of evidence in the case of an 18-year-old man accused of causing a fatal accident at GPPOL 1, Guadalcanal, last August will commence on Monday 2nd March in the Honiara Magistrate’s Court. The accused, Brian Chako, has previously pleaded not guilty to one count of Causing Death by Reckless and Dangerous Driving and…
Students and teachers at Aoani School in West Kwaio, Malaita Province, are facing a serious water shortage after two school water tanks stopped functioning, leaving the community without reliable access to drinking water during the hot season. The shortage affects classes from kindergarten to Grade Four, with students coming from nearby communities including Kwabu, Sinamauri,…
Pacific Towing (PacTow), a leading provider of marine services in the Pacific region, has significantly enhanced its towage capability in the Solomon Islands with the return of Tug Kavachi following a major dry-docking and refurbishment program in Singapore valued at SBD 8 million. Tug Kavachi, a Solomon Islands flagged vessel managed and operated by a full Solomon…
The Malaita Provincial Government has unveiled plans for a major road project aimed at opening up the island’s highlands for agricultural development. Provincial Secretary Erick George disclosed the proposal during a press tour at the Premier’s Office in Auki fortnight ago, organised by the Embassy of Japan in Solomon Islands. The proposed highway would run from…
The Small Malaita Constituency Office (SMCO) successfully held its first Constituency Development Committee (CDC) meeting for 2026 from 15 to 16 February at Afio Station. Constituency Development Officer (CDO) Brown Honimae said that the meeting was held purposefully to discuss the constituency’s key development priorities for the 2026 fiscal year. Mr. Honimae stated that a…
Five villages in Malaita Province have taken a historic step toward environmental protection with the official launch of their Community Forest Restoration Bylaws. This was done under the ‘Addressm Klaemet Change for Strongim Komiuniti long Hapi Isles’ (ASK–SI Regreening) Project, implemented by World Vision Solomon Islands (WVSI). The bylaws were formally launched between 12–19 February…
The temporary cancellation of MV Auki Express and the rescheduling of MV Pelican services to Malaita Provincial capital of Auki has significantly affected many people, particularly business operators and travelers who rely heavily on these shipping services. Since last week, dozens of passengers who had planned to travel to Honiara were unable to do so due to the suspension…
Staff and Heads of the Ministry of Forestry and Research were briefed and get first hand insights into the growing trend of carbon trading, globally, regionally and locally. Made possible with Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) partnership, the training was a break through as steps towards formalizing procedures and legal instruments are ongoing for Solomon Islands…