The RSIPF Fire and Rescue Service has received new information and communications technology (ICT) equipment through a donation from the RSIPF and AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), enhancing its ability to deliver modern, high-quality training and operational support. The equipment package includes a laptop computer, projector and colour laser printer, which will support training delivery,…
Fulisango Road in Central Kwara’ae, Malaita Province, has been undergoing repairs and maintenance carried out by the local Trades Transformation Company Limited (TTC) since last week. This 9 km unsealed road network has been in a deteriorated state for the past two years. The contractor has initially conducted emergency works to make it trafficable and…
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), in collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), recently convened a three-day national workshop on 27–29 January 2026 to strengthen transport connectivity, resilience, and inclusivity. Hosted at the Kitano Mendana Hotel, this programme aims to develop a comprehensive roadmap…
Following SINPF’s response to the media in the 2nd half of 2025, and in other SINPF outreach events regarding the SINPF SOLCHO commercial property investment, SINPF Management has advised that the Board’s resumption efforts has been progressing but albeit carefully. The SINPF Board has engaged Kramer Asia Pacific (KAPAC) to conduct an independent peer review…
Local contractor Trades Transformation Company has demonstrated their social obligation for West Kwaio communities by maintaining their access roads to plantations, churches and schools. TTC lead engineer Raymond Steven said last week their team carried out road maintenance for the South Seas Evangelical Church-managed Su’u High School at West Kwaio, Malaita Province. “Our crew does…
A Motion of No-Confidence (MONC) has been formally lodged against the Premier of Western Province, setting the stage for a political showdown in the Western Provincial Assembly. The notice of motion, dated March 5, 2026, was publicly posted at the Western Provincial Government headquarters in Gizo, triggering the mandatory seven-day notice period required under the…
A two-day National Stakeholder Reflection and Co-Creation workshop towards strengthening the nation’s education system with a focus on developing Teachers Professional Development model was successfully completed on Thursday, 5 March 2026 at Honiara Hotel. The workshop brought together 46 key stakeholders involving education providers, development partners, school principals, and MEHRD officers to reflect on how…
The 10th Joint Border Committee (JBC) Meeting was successfully convened in Noro, Western Province on Monday – 2nd March 2026. At the meeting officials from the Government of Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea (PNG) reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening border governance, security cooperation, and sovereignty. The meeting was co-chaired by Permanent Secretary (PS) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Mr.…
Premier of Western Province, Hon. Billy Veo, emphasized the critical importance of traditional ties between communities as he welcomed senior officials from Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea to Noro. Speaking at the opening dinner for the 10th Joint Border Committee and 15th Senior Officials Meeting on Monday at the Marina Hotel in Noro, Western Province…
The four-lane road upgrade works along Tandai Highway in West Honiara are now nearing completion. Most sections have been successfully completed. Most of the work are now focused on the roundabouts. The completion of major work had improved traffic flow and safety benefits to road users. The final major works are currently focused on the…