The Ambassador of Japan, His Excellency Keiichi Higuchi on Tuesday 21st October visited St. Nicholas College and St. John Primary School in Honiara to observe Japan’s ongoing educational assistance and the work of JICA Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCVs). During the visit, the Ambassador met with JOCV members Mr. Ando, who teaches Physical Education, and Ms.…
OFC: National Solomon Islands team players Rovu Boyers and Gordon Iro have made history as the first footballers from their country to participate in the OFC Placement Programme, marking a milestone for Pacific football development. Their professional training placements have been made possible through collaboration with Auckland FC, the newly established yet rapidly ascending professional club…
THE Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE) is developing a policy that will require mining companies to pay an Environmental Bond before commencing operations. This move comes after it was revealed that the current Mines and Minerals Act 1990, Mines and Minerals Regulations 1996, and Environmental Act contain no specific provisions requiring such a bond. Minister for Mines, Derrick Manuarii, confirmed this…
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), Minister Honourable Dr. Paul Popora Bosawai strongly endorsed and supported the Draft Regional Implementation Plan for Climate Change and Health at the WHO Western Pacific Regional Office) 76th Regional Committee Meeting (RCM) currently held in Nadi, Fiji. In his intervention statement on Climate Change and Health…
The South Choiseul Constituency (SCC) has officially announced the SCC championship which is set take place next year, with Babatana ward has been confirm the official host of the event. The competition is scheduled to run from 8th to 15th January 2026 at Sasamuga village will feature a competitive tournaments in soccer, netball and volleyball for both…
Premiers of Makira/Ulawa Province (MUP), Hon. Stanley Siapu, and Temotu Province, Hon. Stanley Tehiahua, are joining forces with the national government to address the land dispute surrounding Waimapuru National Secondary School (WNSS). Their united stance aims to ensure justice is served and the school’s future is safeguarded. Speaking at the WNSS graduation ceremony on Thursday, both leaders…
All National Referral Hospital (NRH) vehicle fleet in Honiara should have protective steel mesh security grills around them just like Police and Correctional vehicles. The suggestion was made following the stoning incident over the weekend of a land-cruiser owned by the Emergency Department (ED) at NRH. The incident occurred at the FFA Road Junction West…
The University of the South Pacific’s (USP), Centre for Sustainable Futures (CSF), is placing interdisciplinary research at the heart of its mission to address the Pacific’s most pressing sustainability challenges. By bringing together diverse disciplines such as environmental science, marine studies, applied sciences, and social development, the Centre aims to drive collaborative, innovative, and practical…
Southern United who currently settles on the 10th spot of the Super league 2025 season have made a strong statement when they shared point with the currently table leaders Malaita Kingz FC last Saturday at the East End stadium in East Honiara. The match ended up in a 6 goals endless drama after 3 all in…
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has raised serious concerns regarding the government’s preliminary policy work to explore the establishment of a Solomon Islands Defence Force (SIDF). In a statement SICTU President Tony Kagovai said, while it acknowledge the government’s stated intentions of enhancing national sovereignty and self-reliance, it question the merit and timing of such a significant undertaking when the foundational…