The Commissioner of Forest Resources has labelled Alekoti Alevangana’s lousy tarnishing tactic in a Solomon Star article as mere illusive claims; attempting to misinform the public. Titled, “FSC accuses Commissioner of Forests over termination of TMA”; the intention was clear – a propaganda in attempt to camouflage his own wrongful doings, the Commissioner responded in a statement. …
An inquiry into three missing people at sea between Isabel and Russell Islands during the Christmas period last year have been set up between officers of the Royal Solomon Police Force (RSIPF) at Yandina, with the support from Auki police. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) of Malaita Province, Superintendent Michael Ramosaea, said a banana boat and…
The Ministry of Public Service has come out to correct what it describes as ‘inaccurate and misleading’ reporting concerning Mr Solomon Kalu and the position of Director-General of the Solomon Islands Independent Commission Against Corruption (SIICAC). No Appointment Was Ever Made The Ministry clarifies that Mr Kalu was never appointed to the position of Director-General of SIICAC. Accordingly, there was no rejection…
Mr Matthew Findlay has been announced as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Solomon Airlines. Solomon Airlines Chairman Mr Frank Wickham announced the appointment on Wednesday 28th January. Mr Findlay will commence in the role from 16 February, 2026. Prior to taking up his duties, Solomon Airlines and Mr Findlay will attend to all final regulatory requirements of The Civil…
Preparatory work is now currently underway to re-establish the Meteorological Station in Kirakira after many years of closure. The provincial Secretary for Makira Ulawa Province, Christopher Waiwori in a statement welcomed the re-establishment of the Met-Station in Kirakira as it is vital that such service is available in the province to provide reliable and effective…
Community leaders of Burns Creek in East Honiara have taken matters into their own hands after months of unanswered requests from authorities over the poor condition of their main access road. In 2025, the Burns Creek Community Leadership formally submitted request letters to both the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) and the East Honiara Constituency Office, highlighting the urgent…
Local football referee Timothy Niu has reached a major milestone in his officiating career after being awarded a FIFA Referee Badge, becoming the latest Solomon Islander center referee to achieve the prestigious accreditation. The achievement crowns years of dedication, resilience and steady progression for Niu, who has become a familiar and respected figure across the…
The 2026 West Pacific Junior Tennis Championships is underway this week at the National Tennis Centre in Honiara. However, bad weather had also disrupted some of the early matches. The 2026 edition marks the first time the Solomon Islands has hosted the regional junior event, featuring teams from Fiji, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea and the host nation. Sunday’s…
The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) is facing criticism over allegations that it is still effectively applying the controversial “No Jab, No Job” policy, despite the policy having been formally revoked by the previous government. The issue has surfaced following the decision by the Judicial and Legal Service Commission (JLSC) not to approve…
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) has opened applications for admission into its academic programmes for the 2026 academic year. In a public advisory issued recently, the national university is inviting interested members of the public and prospective students to apply for enrolment across its range of academic programmes. Applicants are advised to download and print the…