Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday met with Provincial Premiers, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Provincial Governments to improve service delivery across the country. The discussions with the premiers focused on key priorities in provincial governance and development, including the need for a comprehensive review of the Provincial Government Act (PGA).…
Court acquits eight accused after complainant withdraws burglary case By ASSUMPTA BUCHANANSolomon Star, Honiara The court has strongly criticised a complainant for withdrawing a burglary case, describing the move as “disappointing and cowardice” and a waste of state resources after defendants had spent months in custody. Principal Magistrate Felix Hollison made the remarks in a ruling…
Solomon Islands National University [SINU] and Honiara City Council [HCC] through the Waste Management Division have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improving waste management and building local capacity. The signing was held at SINU’s Kukum Campus in Honiara on Tuesday 14th April 2026. The HCC through the City Clerk Mr. Justus Denni, has expressed sincere appreciation to Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Pro Vice…
Three State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the national government to facilitate the immediate relocation of utility lines, paving the way for the expansion of the ongoing Auki Town China-Aid Road Upgrade Project. This signing event follows directives issued last week by Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele for fast-tracking formalisation…
A contingent from the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) arrived in Honiara on Tuesday 14 April 2026 to provide operational support to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) during a period of heightened demand on policing resources. The deployment will support RSIPF – led efforts to maintaining law and order while also assisting with Humanitarian…
The Prime Minister’s decision to leave the country and to ignore the court decision to convene Parliament is a blatant disregard for a lawful court directive. The 28 member coalition in a statement considers this conduct a grave disrespect to the rule of law and a serious undermining of the authority of the judiciary for the Prime Minister…