Opposition Leader Matthew Wale has acknowledged women for their contribution to the country’s economy. He issued the statement during International Women’s Day on Tuesday. “As we celebrate this year’s, International Women’s Day, I extend my warmest greetings and deepest appreciation to the women of Solomon Islands. “Women are the backbone of our families, communities, churches, and economy. “From…
Double Island Resort, locally known as Rua Kokomu Island Resort, located in Central Islands Province was officially opened on Friday. The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) has provided modest financial assistance to support hotel development, recognizing the urgent need to increase the availability of tourist accommodation nationwide in response to a rise in…
Frank Zheng Bendiah was acquitted by Honiara Magistrates’ Court for unlawful wounding after a January 2025 incident in Kerekere Island, Malaita Outer Islands. By ASSUMPTA BUCHANANSolomon Star, Honiara A CHINESE national who stood trial following a violent altercation on a remote island in Lord Howe, Malaita Outer Islands (MOI), has been acquitted in the Honiara…
CBSI warns rising global oil prices from Middle East conflict could push domestic fuel costs higher, increasing imported and headline inflation in Solomon Islands. Honiara – THE Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) is closely monitoring recent developments in the Middle East, where military strikes by US and Israel on Iran on 28th February have…
Fataleka Constituency hands over 121 new homes to rural families and plans to build more than 500 houses by 2028 to improve living standards. HONIARA – Fataleka Constituency in East Kwaio, Malaita Province has handed over 121 newly built homes to rural families as part of an ambitious plan to construct more than 500 houses…