Nationwide consultations are underway across the Solomon Islands, led by the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs (MWYCFA) in collaboration with civil society organisations, local communities, and technical partner UN Women. This is to develop the Solomon Islands’ first-ever National Prevention Strategy to End Violence Against Women and Girls. Violence against women and…
A teacher suspected of breaking into the Auki BSP Branch was arrested on Monday, sparking concern over public safety and disrupting banking services at the Malaita Provincial capital. Reports indicated the man, allegedly intoxicated, forced open the bank’s entrance door while taking advantage of the absence of security personnel. Police were alerted and responded quickly,…
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) will host its 49th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, 31 March 2026, at the Honiara Golf Club in Honiara. The event marks a significant milestone for SICCI, a longstanding body that has stood as the unwavering voice for the Private Sector in Solomon Islands for…
Students at Kalaka Community High School (CHS), Paposi Primary School, Paibeta CHS, and Pokilo CHS in Savo Island will now have access to safe, clean, and hygienic facilities, creating healthier and gender friendly facilities for students. Officiating at the handover ceremony are Australia High Commission Counsellor for Human Development, Dr. Tristan Armstrong, Provincial Premier Kenneth Sagupari, UNICEF Chief…
Honiara – The Temotu Provincial Government (TPG) and the Solomon Islands National Government have formalized a significant partnership to advance the Eastern Border Outpost (EBO) Project in Vanikoro, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU was signed between the Premier of Temotu Province and the National Government, represented by the Permanent…
The Auki Capital League 2026 is set to kick off with a pre-season competition for newly interested teams, scheduled for 2 May 2026. All new teams are required to submit a letter of interest to the Malaita Football Association (MMFA) prior to the pre-season date. Additionally, teams must settle any outstanding registration fees from the…
Copra buyers close door amidst price drop By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo A sharp drop in copra prices is now affecting rural farmers and copra buyers across Western Province, forcing some buyers to close their copra sheds and leaving farmers with very limited options to sell their produce. The price of copra has dropped…
Four communities get water supply project valued at $200k By SOLOMON LOFANA Solomon Star, Auki FOUR communities in the Central Kwara’ae Constituency Aufasu, Fuku, Ialofo, and Ngadaifiu (AFIN) have received materials for a long-awaited water supply project, marking a significant step toward improving access to clean and reliable water in the area. The materials, valued…
The National Government through the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has made significant progress in implementing key reforms to strengthen national security, law and order, and public safety. A quarterly brief from the Ministry highlighted that key achievements include the launch of the National Security Strategy (2025–2028) and the Royal Solomon…
A total of 13 new sites have been commissioned under the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project (SINBIP). This project comes under under the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) and Solomon Islands Tower Company Ltd(STL). Most of the support comes from China and implemented by China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd, and Huawei. The commissioning…