PNW Enterprise, a local Auki-business based in Malaita has donated 50 bags of cement to assist with the Namobaula–Gwaisusuru feeder road rehabilitation project in the Central Kwara’ae Constituency of Malaita Province. The donation follows a public appeal made by the local communities last week through the media, seeking assistance to restore the deteriorating road network that links several…
With just months remaining before the Solomon Islands men’s Floorball Team makes its debut at the Men’s World Floorball Championship 2026 (Asia-Oceania Floorball Confederation) AOFC Qualifications in Wellington, New Zealand from January 12-19, preparations are progressing well. Speaking to Star Sports, the President of the Floorball Federation of Solomon Islands (FFSI) and team head coach,…
ALL ladies and girls have the right to be safe and supported at all times. The message was echoed by the Minister of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) Tozen Leokana at the official handing over of a new fencing project for the girls’ dormitory funded by the Australian Government. The new fencing was officially unveiled and handed over on Tuesday which marked a milestone…
The Noro Roads Improvement in Western Province has now reached 90 percent physical completion. That’s according to the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) in a statement issued on Monday. The work is funded by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2) and is being implemented by MID. It remains on track to deliver safer and more…
For the first time in the history of Betikama Adventist College (BAC) located East of Honiara, it now has a proper fencing erected around the girls’ dorm, thanks to the Australian Government. A formal handing over ceremony was held Tuesday 21st October at the College officially marking the completion of the new 410-metre security fence. Funded by the Australian Government through the Solomon Islands –…
LEADER of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has conveyed his condolences on the passing of former Malaita province premier Hon Daniel Suidani. The Opposition Leader said Malaita province has lost a son and a true leader. “ I convey my condolences to late Suidani’s family, his people in Fataleka and relatives,” he said. Hon Wale said…
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in partnership with Tourism Solomons and Solomon Islands Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT), has released the results of the 2024 Community Attitude Survey (CAS), providing insight into how Solomon Islanders perceive tourism, its potential, and the challenges that must be addressed to ensure its sustainability. Conducted between November 2024…
The Honourable Minister Dr Bosawai in his remarks at the meeting acknowledges the ongoing and cordial partnership between the Solomon Islands Government Ministry of Health and the World Bank. He acknowledges WB for the ongoing Technical support and assistance on Program of Analytical and Advisory Services (PASA) with primary focus on health financing and service…
William Lai has stepped down as Solomon Islands Basketball Federation (SIBF) President citing personal reasons. He tendered his resignation as SIBF President effective Tuesday 21st October, 2025. SIBF expresses its sincere appreciation to Lai for his service and contributions to the sport and the basketball community for the past 22 months. In keeping with SIBF governance arrangements, the Board confirms…
Solomon Islands music sensation Sean Rii continues to demonstrate the power of music for good, raising a massive Vanuatu Vatu 1million to help rebuild a damaged science laboratory at Malapoa College in Vanuatu recently. The significant funds were generated from his recent Tuff Tumas Concert in Port Vila, an event organised in partnership with The…