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…
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) is making significant progress in strengthening direct export pathways for copra and cocoa, aiming to maximise value for local farmers and the national economy. CEMA is shifting from reliance on intermediaries to direct engagement with international manufacturers, ensuring higher returns, improved market stability, and greater transparency. Direct partnerships for…
A total of 34 new HIV cases have been recorded by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) bringing the cumulative total to 79. Of these 34 new cases 25 are males and 9 are females. This was announced by the Health Minister Honourable Dr. Paul Popora Bosawai on Monday at the WORLD AIDS day celebration. In his remarks at…
Australia has officially launched the Pacific Australia Skills program in Solomon Islands, reaffirming its long-term commitment to advancing skills development and training opportunities across the country. The launch was officiated by Australia’s Assistant Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, Senator the Hon. Nita Green, during her short visit to Honiara last week. The launching event was held at…
Guangzhou is striving to become a high quality city cluster for living, business, and tourism. Yet the city also faces tremendous challenges, especially in environmental protection. In the area of household waste disposal, Guangzhou has introduced a range of measures as part of our broader environmental protection strategy and our goal of building a modern…
The Ngella Constituency Office (NCO) has made an initial investment of $1.2 million from its 2024 CDF allocation for the Rara-Moromole road development project. This investment aims to promote economic growth, improve transportation infrastructure, and enhance connectivity for communities in Ward 8 of the constituency. The project is a key initiative of the constituency office…
New global data has revealed that the Solomon Islands now ranks as the second highest country in the world for violence against women, raising urgent concern among child protection advocates and international organisation.This is according to latest report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) published 19 November 2025 titled: Violence against women prevalence estimates, 2023.Solomon…
When Stephen Didivera left his home in Guadalcanal, he never imagined he would one day become the first Solomon Islander to serve as a firefighter with the Kindersley Fire Service in Canada. But today, his journey—from a humble village upbringing to the front lines of emergency response in a foreign country—stands as a remarkable testament…
The UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, delivered a major diplomatic win for climate-vulnerable nations, including the Solomon Islands, with the formal operationalisation of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD). The launch marks the first time real financing has been made available to help countries recover from the irreversible impacts…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Armoury Logistics Team (ARMLOT) has received a major upgrade through the RSIPF and AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), with additional support from the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The improvements make the armoury safer, more organised, and better equipped to support police operations. The upgraded facility now includes better…