HONIARA – Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Jeff Roach, has described the private sector as fundamental to the country’s economic future, emphasising that job creation and economic growth remain top priorities for both government and development partners. Speaking at a Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) Business After 5 event on Friday…
The Western Province Government (WPG) is reviewing its key women’s development framework, the Western Province Women’s Empowerment and Transformation Policy for Development (2018–2022), in a move to strengthen support for women across the province. The review, led by the Women’s Division, has been ongoing since last year and aims to assess the impact of the…
The Solomon Islands women’s national team have been knocked out of the OFC Women’s World Cup qualifiers following a heavy 8–0 defeat to New Zealand on Monday night at the National Stadium. The loss marks the side’s second defeat of the competition after they were stunned 1–0 by American Samoa women’s national football team in…
HONIARA – The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening private sector development, highlighting Australia’s decade-long support as instrumental in advancing business growth and policy reform in the country. Speaking at the Business After 5 event in Honiara, SICCI Chair Namoi Kaluae formally welcomed Australian High Commissioner His Excellency…
Gizo police have arrested a 26-year-old male person for raping a 17-year-old girl at Banana Valley in Gizo, Western Province (WP). It was alleged that on 14 February 2026 at around 7pm in the evening, when the victim finished work, the suspect accompanied her back home and raped her as they were about to reach…
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele on Monday 2 March met Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Professor Amon Murwira, in Honiara. This was to confirm Solomon Islands’ support for Zimbabwe’s 2027–2028 United Nations Security Council bid. The bilateral meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet marked a significant step in…
In the heart of West Kwaio in Malaita Province, piggery farming is more than just an agricultural activity — it is a way of life, a cultural foundation, and a pathway to economic survival. For passionate piggery farmer Fitore Winia’auga, pigs represent wealth, security, and tradition. He strongly believes that young newly married couples must…
After only seven matches playing for South Island United in the OFC Pro League, goalkeeper Steven van Dijk already has a highlight reel to be proud of. The 28-year-old Dutchman has been a stand-out for the Southerners who will take on Bula FC in their final match of the Melbourne series on Tuesday, hoping to…
Solomon Islands has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening cooperation with the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) during a bilateral meeting held on the margins of the Pacific Agenda Summit in Honolulu. Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Rexson Ramofafia, was accompanied by Minister for National Planning and Aid Coordination, Hon. Trevor Manemahaga, in meeting with MCC…
The Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security and Shared Prosperity Summit concluded Tuesday 24 February 2026 in Honolulu (Wednesday 25 February Solomon Islands time), advancing Pacific-United States investment and security cooperation. Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele attended the two-day Summit at the East-West Center in his dual capacity as Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Chair of the…