SI to continue climate advocacy despite Trump’s dismissal

Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele says Solomon Islands will continue to advocate for climate action despite comments by United States (US) President Donald Trump dismissing climate change as “the greatest con job in the world.” Trump made the remarks during his address to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday, 23 September 2025, reiterating his skepticism toward global…

High-flying Solomon Islands reach new heights with FIFA’s support

– Women’s football in the Solomon Islands has reached multiple milestones in recent years – Melanesian nation recently became Oceanian champions for the first time – Growth has been supported by several FIFA programmes From the small fishing communities on the outer islands to the rough-hewn village streets on the main island of Guadalcanal, football is a constant…

Veo vows to end Gizo’s water woes

Western Provincial Premier Hon. Billy Veo has reaffirmed his government’s determination to resolve Gizo’s long-standing water crisis, assuring the Western Provincial Assembly that concrete actions are being taken to secure a lasting solution. In his address to the Assembly on Monday, Premier Veo admitted that progress has been slower than anticipated due to bureaucratic delays,…

Orthodox Bishop to visit SI

The Coptic Orthodox community in the Solomon Islands is preparing to welcome His Grace Bishop Rewis, General Bishop of the Diocese of Melbourne and Affiliated Regions, including the Solomon Islands, who will arrive in Honiara on Wednesday, 8 October. His Grace will be accompanied by several Fathers and deacons and will be received by Father Moses Mikhael…

PM ready to face motion 

PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says he is prepared to face any upcoming motion of no confidence against his leadership. This follows reports that a group of Members of Parliament (MPs) are claiming the numbers to move a third motion against him when Parliament resumes on 15th October. According to reports, the proposed motion is centred on the sufferance…

Nationwide UXO consultations launched

The National UXO Division of the Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services, supported by the National UXO Inter-Agency Legislative Committee, has officially begun nationwide consultations on the UXO Consultation Paper. This initiative seeks to gather public and stakeholder input towards the development of a National UXO Bill to govern unexploded ordnance (UXO) operations…