HONIARA: – The Telecommunications Commission of Solomon Islands (TCSI) has clarified its position on recent public concerns over mobile data pricing, following meetings with Our Telekom, Bemobile, and other stakeholders. In a statement, TCSI said it acknowledged concerns raised by the Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, and members of the public, stressing that these issues are important and being addressed in line with…
Four women Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) officers last week attended the 2025 Australian Council of Women and Policing (ACWAP) Conference and the 26th Excellence in Policing Awards in Melbourne. The travel arrangement was funded by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) Policing Partnership Program, and RAPPP Advisor Vanessa Pardy accompanied the officers. The event, co-hosted by ACWAP and…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has officially farewelled two Australian Federal Police (AFP) advisors in Honiara recently. The two advisors are Mark Weber and Cayden Noble Kendall, who work under the Royal Solomon Island Police Force and the Australian Federal Police (AFP) Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP). Advisor Mark Weber has been in an…
More than twenty (20) officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) from Central Police Station (CPS) and the Police Prosecution Department have trained on how to deal with different drug-related crimes. The training focused on strengthening the practical capabilities of RSIPF officers in anti-narcotics operations. Assistant Commissioner (AC) of National Capital and Crime Prevention (NCCP)…
SOLOMON Islands have been ranked among the countries with the lowest unemployment rates in the world, according to the latest Unemployment by Country 2025 global report. The report shows Solomon Islands recorded an unemployment rate of just 1.55 percent in 2023, placing it 174th out of 181 countries—well below the global average of 6.3 to…
New York,- Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka (MP) highlighted the Solomon Islands’ commitment to strengthening its bilateral partnership with India during the Forum for India-Pacific Island Countries (FIPIC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, held on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York. Minister Agovaka expressed appreciation to…
The Malaita Provincial Government (MPG) has congratulated China at the eve of the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the 6th Anniversary of China–Solomon Islands Diplomatic Relations. In a statement issued on Thursday 25th September, Premier Elijah Asilaua on behalf of his Executive, all Members of the Provincial Assembly, the administration, staff members, and the people of Malaita Province said; “it is with…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and the China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) joined Solomon Islands National University (SINU) for a Digital Awareness and Cultural Exchange Program, combining cybersecurity education, AI literacy, and a Cultural and Practical Skills Showcase. The initiative aimed to help students recognize online risks, strengthen self-protection, and broaden cultural understanding,…
Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) successfully conducted a two-day retreat on September 18th–19th 2025. This was to review and reflect on the current Corporate Plan 2021–2025 that will guide the ministry’s work programs and policies through this years’ remaining months, and laying the groundwork for the next five-year plan (2026–2030). Patrick Reoka, MID’s Chief Planning Officer, emphasized that this…
Following an outcry from its customers nation-wide following changes to all its data plans, the board, management and staff of Our Telekom has announced a new revised data deal that is set to be unveiled next week. In a statement issued on Thursday afternoon, it said, “to our valued customers, over the past few days, many of you have shared your…