I am writing to sincerely express my concern regarding the Solomon Islands Government’s decision to ban external partners from attending the 54th Pacific Island Forum (PIF) meeting in Honiara, as this raises significant issues related to transparency and inclusiveness in governance. According to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific…
A newly revamped Pacific Ocean Portal was officially launched on Wednesday, marking a significant step forward in regional efforts to improve ocean data accessibility, transparency, and collaboration across Pacific Islands Nation. The portal, under the guidance of the South Pacific Community (SPC), offers streamlined access to oceanographic data, climate projections, maritime boundaries, and fisheries information. …
FRUSTRATED by years of provincial government inaction, youths from Namobaula and Gwaisusuru in Ward Two of Central Kwara’ae electorate have taken the lead in rehabilitating the deteriorating condition of Namobaula–Gwaisusuru feeder road in Malaita. The feeder road, under the jurisdiction of the Malaita Provincial Government, is a lifeline for the communities of Namobaula, Gwaidaedae, Kwanasia, and Gwaisusuru. It connects…
After 90 minutes of play the Solomon Islands National Football Team and Brisbane Roar ended the historic international friendly in a one all draw on Saturday evening. It was a night of football action and hundreds of football fans came out to watch. The match was described as intense packed with action and display of…
Member of Parliament (MP) for Fataleka, Rexon Annex Ramofafia, is the new Minister of Finance and Treasury following a sudden Cabinet reshuffle on Friday. Ramofafia replaces Trevor Manemahaga, who had served less than a month since being sworn in on 8 September. Manemahaga has now been reassigned as Minister for National Planning and Development Coordination (MNPDC). Both…
The Provincial Executive of Makira Ulawa Province has reaffirmed that it is the sole and legitimate owner of Okea land, near Foxwood, Central Guadalcanal The Office of the Premier of Makira Ulawa Province issued the statement the statement to maintain its position of the Provincial Government (MUPG) concerning the land commonly referred to as Okea. …
FOR nearly five years, the once life saving Busufosae Clinic in Ward 29 of Central Kwara’ae Constituency, Malaita, has stood silent. Its doors are locked, its beds empty, and its medicine shelves left bare. For the people who live along the upper stream of the Kwaumanafu River, that silence has become a matter of life and death.…
Fourteen students from across the Pacific celebrated completing their studies last month as they attended a graduation ceremony for the Australia Awards Certificate in Fisheries Management and Development, delivered in partnership with the Solomon Islands National University (SINU). The graduating cohort included six participants from Solomon Islands, two from Kiribati, three from Fiji, two from Samoa,…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka has praised Japan for hosting the World Expo 2025. Minister Agovaka delivered the Solomon Islands’ statement during the National Day Celebration at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka – Kansai, Japan on Thursday. In his remarks, Minister Agovaka extended warm greetings from the Government…
OSAKA, Japan: The Solomon Islands’ “I Dig a Dream” Theatre Performance group has wowed audiences at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, with a series of captivating performances blending culture and theatre to raise awareness about ocean conservation. The group’s electrifying show was the highlight of the Solomon Islands National Day celebrations at the Expo,…