Spouses of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders took time on Monday to visit the National Art Gallery in Honiara as part of the official program for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting engaging with local artisans and traditional crafts in a celebration of Solomon Islands cultural heritage. Hosted by Madam Jocelyn Manele, spouse of…
Pacific Islands women continue to persist in addressing political issues surrounding peace and security, and forum leaders are being called upon to recognize and affirm their contributions. At a NGO and civil society round-table and media Q&A session over the weekend, Sharon Bhagwan-Rolls, a prominent Pacific feminist known for her work at the intersection of gender,…
THE National Referral Hospital (NRH) Children’s Ward has received a significant boost in medical and office equipment and other accessories – thanks to a generous donation worth $80,000 from LiveFit Club. LiveFit Club is a local health and fitness organization dedicated to promoting the wellness and empowerment of women through Zumba fitness training. Zumba is…
THE High Court has acquitted a man of two counts of rape involving his wife, but sentenced him to 21 months in jail for one count of domestic violence. The defendant stood trial more than a week ago during the High Court Circuit in Gizo, Western Province. The High Court circuit continued last week. During the trial, the prosecution…
About seven percent (7%) of Solomon Water female staff make up the 24% female workers in the State Owned Enterprise (SOE) that are actively taking leadership roles supporting the organization’s strategies and recognize the efforts and energy that women bring into the workforce. These women have undergone a Pathway Leadership Program which trains them how to lead in…
About eight (8) female Age Care workers left the country this week to begin their four years contract with Bolton Clarke, Australia’s largest independent not-for-profit aged care provider, offering home and community support, retirement living and residential aged care. These workers will be separated into two different sites, both located in New South Wales. Four…
THE matter of a 15-year-old female accused of raping a five-year-old girl in Honiara in May will return to court on September 2 for possible plea. The juvenile who could not be named for legal reasons is facing one count of Rape. Her matter was mentioned in the Honiara Magistrate Court where it was confirmed…
Betty Caroline Nanau scooped the 2025 Emerging Accountant Award of the Institute of Solomon Islands Accountants (ISIA). The presentation of ISIA award was done on Friday evening at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara, following a two-day Annual Congress. Ms. Nanau’s award spotlights fresh talent making significant strides in the Accounting field. She represents the new…
A group of women miraculously survived a terrifying boat collision in the Shortlands, Western Province more than a week ago. Reports reaching the Solomon Star said, the incident occurred when two outboard motor canoes (OBMs) collided head-on while travelling between two villages in the Shortlands. It was reported that the boat (15 hp fibreglass boat) …
THE case of a 25-year-old man accused of murdering and raping a 29-year-old woman close to GPPOL II area in North Guadalcanal, has been committed to the High Court for trial. Sonia Richard faces one count of murder and one count of Rape. A committal hearing in the form of a short form preliminary inquiry…