The Government has been called to undertake a comprehensive performance audit of all Permanent Secretaries (PS) to ensure that ministries are delivering on their mandates. The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale made the statement in light of the recent removal of the former Chief of Staff and ongoing ministerial reshuffles, stating that similar scrutiny…
The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) has advised of a change in host nation for the upcoming OFC Futsal Men’s Cup 2025. Originally scheduled to be held in Honiara, the tournament will now take place in Fiji. The competition will still be held during the official period of 20–24 September 2025. The new venue for the…
A new Principal Works Officer had been announced to oversee the works operation in Kirakira town, Makira Ulawa Province (MUP). The Ministry of Infrastructure Development’ (MID) Land Transport Management Service Division (LTMSD) announced the appointment on Monday in a statement. Mr. Allan Dutton Hera’oa, a native of MUP, was appointed earlier this year and has recently completed…
Government through the Ministry of Health has been encouraged to adopt proactive leadership in advancing the long-overdue development of a provincial hospital for Guadalcanal Province. Speaking in Parliament, the Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale has raised the question of whether the Government has any plans to build a provincial hospital for Guadalcanal. While acknowledging the response…
Government Ministers have been urged to take their work seriously and come prepared to Parliament. The Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale made the statement following observations that a number of Ministers were unable to answer questions directed to them in the current sitting. While acknowledging that some ministers are new to their portfolios, Hon. Wale said this…
Parliament will go on a three weeks break as of Monday 14th July to Monday 4th August 2025. This is to allow the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to conduct its enquiry and prepare a report on the 2025 Supplementary Appropriation Bill, which is now before the Speaker’s Office. In addressing Parliament, the Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele said the…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday 9th July launched the official theme and logo for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM), during a special ceremony at the Trade Fair Grounds, SINU Village. Scheduled for 8 to 12 September 2025, the Forum Leaders Meeting marks a proud and significant moment for Solomon Islands…
Western Tomoko and Honiara Warriors played out a 1-1 draw in their Pool B encounter on Saturday, July 12, at Lawson Tama Stadium. The hosts took the lead early in the first half when guest player and Central Coast FC striker Bobby Leslie muscled his way past the Tomoko defence to finish from close range,…
Makira Ulawa Kakamora have continued their impressive form in the 2025 Solomon Cup, defeating Lauru Kuvojo 2-0 in a match filled with action and drama. Both teams entered the match with wins in their previous outings, fully aware that a victory would bring them a step closer to securing a semi-final spot. The drama began…
Central Shields and Temotu Arrows have played out a 1-1 draw in the group A clash yesterday at the Lawson Tama stadium. The draw gives both teams to earn a point each after the thrilling showdown at 12pm yesterday. It was Central Shields who open the scoring early in the first 45 minutes by a…