The Solomon Islands Men’s National Basketball Team opened their 2025 FIBA Melanesian Cup campaign with a historic 70-67 victory over Fiji on Monday night at the Friendship Hall in Honiara. Despite trailing 25-22 at the end of the first period, the hosts backed by hundreds of vocal supporters fought back strongly in the second quarter…
John Orobulu has clinched the Golden Boot award at the FMF IDC 2025, scoring an impressive 7 goals throughout the tournament. The Stratum Construction Solomon Islands International Rewa FC striker delivered a sensational performance, showcasing his finishing prowess and consistency on the big stage. Orobulu’s standout contributions were key to Rewa FC’s strong showing, solidifying…
President of OUR Party, Hon. Jimson Tanangada, has clarified the Party’s official position regarding the recent resignation of Hon. Harry Kuma, following media reporting that has taken earlier responses out of context. Hon. Tanangada reaffirmed that OUR Party remains strong, united, and firmly guided by its founding principles of Ownership, Unity, and Responsibility. He rejected suggestions…
The Honiara City Council (HCC) Bus Service Committee has issued a public apology to the residents of Honiara following the recent media announcement that the Council would begin operating its own bus service on October 1, 2025. The Committee clarified that the announcement was premature and that operations have not yet started. The Committee acknowledges…
The Pacific Crown Hotel’s waterfront venue in Honiara came alive on Saturday night as the 2025 Bonfire Festival overcame a quiet start to deliver a vibrant celebration of Pacific musical extravaganza. Although the early hours saw sparse crowd number and a subdued mood, the energy shifted dramatically after sunset. As the vibe picks up both the local…
One of New Zealand’s most senior paediatricians, Dr Caroline Hart is visiting Lata, Temotu Province this week. Tourism Solomons is supporting this plan research into health issues affecting children in the far eastern region of Solomons. Dr Hart has been working alongside ChildFund New Zealand CEO, Josie Pagani, whose organisation is actively involved in bringing essential water…
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has announced the promulgation of the Comprehensive Credit Reporting Regulations 2025 (CCR Regulations), effective 12 September 2025. This was made possible through the collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC)—a member of the World Bank Group (WBG) focused on the private sector and the Office of the Attorney General. This historic milestone…
Dear Editor – Thank you for allowing me space to publish my view in your leading newspaper in the country. My view will focus mainly on chronic concern from frequent travelling passengers regarding the performance of the Solomon Airline Officer in Lata. Concerned travelling passengers have alleged that this Officer has entertained bribery with travelling passengers.…
Western Provincial Premier Hon. Billy Veo has urged provincial leaders to take a cautious and well-prepared approach toward achieving Statehood and not to rush. He further stressed that the process must be gradual and firmly built on three key prerequisites. Premier Veo made the remarks during his Motion of Sine Die on Thursday in Gizo, the provincial capital…
The Solomon Islands Men’s National Basketball Team will tip off their 2025 FIBA Melanesian Cup campaign against Sol2023 Pacific Games gold medalists Fiji today – Monday 13th October at 6pm at the Friendship Hall, East Honiara. Both sides will be aiming for a stronger performance this year after finishing in the bottom two positions in the previous two editions…