Construction of the new Malu’u Market in North Malaita is underway, marking a major step forward for locally delivered, high-quality infrastructure. The market—100 percent locally built and supported by Australia—will accommodate up to 140 vendors and include facilities for men, women and people with disabilities. It is expected to boost economic activity in North Malaita…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele has described the SBD 572 million Adamasia submarine cable project as a transformative investment for the country’s digital future. The Australian Government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, announced the major new investment to strengthen digital connectivity and resilience in the Pacific during the 14th Australia–Solomon Islands Business Forum held in…
A Papua New Guinea–based company has expressed interest in investing in the Geothermal Terminal Project at Paraso Volcano in Vella Lavella, Western Province. The proposed project aims to explore the geothermal potential of the area and is viewed as a significant opportunity to advance renewable energy development in the region. Representatives from the PNG company…
Major rehabilitation and reconstruction works on roads throughout Honiara will continue under three ongoing programs: the Land and Maritime Connectivity Program (LMCP), Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement Project Phase 2 (CAUSE 2), and the Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project Phase 2 (SIRAP II). Minister of Infrastructure Development, Ricky Fuo’o, confirmed this during debate on the 2026 Appropriation Bill 2025 in Parliament…
World Vision Solomon Islands (WVSI) on Tuesday, 2 December 2025, launched its 2026–2030 Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Business Plan at its Honiara office, outlining a renewed commitment to improving essential services for thousands of Solomon Islanders. The event brought together representatives from the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development, Honiara City Council, the…
St. Peter Kindergarten of Gizo Catholic Don Bosco in Western Province hosted its Pre-Primary Year 3 (PPY3) Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday, 2nd December marking a joyful milestone for the young learners as they prepare to enter primary school. The event also signified the closing of the St. Peter Don Bosco Kindergarten School. Early Childhood Education…
Minister of Education Hon. Tozen Leokana outlined the basis of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) Budget 2026, key achievements, and priorities for 2026. He highlighted this in his contribution to the second reading of the Appropriation Bill 2026 on Wednesday, 3rd December 2025, at the National Parliament. Of the total appropriation…
“Age is not a limit. Keep learning, keep going and never let anything hold you back.” These words from Ms. Madeline Kili Solo, Assistant Lecturer in Seafood Science at the Solomon Islands National University (SINU), sum up her remarkable journey — proving that determination can break barriers and open new horizons. Madeline didn’t start in a…
Construction of the new Rescue Fire Services Station at Honiara International Airport is advancing steadily reaching 70 percent of physical completion. This marks a major milestone in the Solomon Islands’ efforts to strengthen aviation safety and emergency response capabilities. Funded by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), the work is being implemented…
THE Solomon Islands economy is projected to remain steady with a growth rate of 2.7 percent in 2026, driven by stronger performance across mining, fishing, agriculture, and business services. Minister of Finance and Treasury, Rexson Ramofafia, presented this outlook when tabling the 2026 Appropriation Bill 2025 in Parliament on Monday 24th November. He said the mining sector is expected…