Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele, speaking as the Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLMS) at the Pacific ACP meeting on Monday urged regional unity and global recognition of Pacific priorities. In a speech that underscored climate justice, equitable financing, and strengthened representation on the world stage, Prime Minister Manele further highlighted recent achievement including…
The three-day PIFS-PINA Regional Media Workshop concluded on Sunday in Honiara with a resounding affirmation of journalists central role in shaping the future of the Blue Pacific Continent. Over 40 journalists from across the region gathered under the theme, “Iumi Tugeda: Act Now for an Integrated Blue Pacific Continent”, engaging in three days of dialogue, training,…
Local businesses in Malaita are partnering with First Nations businesses from Australia to expand eco-tourism links between Australia and Solomon Islands, creating both opportunities for learning and more local jobs. Hazel Harohau of AuthenticMala Tours travelled to Australia to meet with Indigenous Australia eco-tourism business Yura Tours in North Stradbroke Island. Hilda Rade Sofaemaena of…
Waimapuru National Secondary School (NSS) in Makira Ulawa Province on Wednesday receive a new tractor along with a grass slasher and ploughing disc, from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL). The handing over was described as a historic occasion for the school. The support was made possible through funding from the People’s Republic of…
A team from the E-Commerce Implementations Unit (EIU) under the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration successfully held an information sharing session with the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI). The session was acknowledged by the SICCI Members. As part of its continuous service delivery, SICCI co-hosted an information session for 40 SICCI…
Local passenger vessel MV Marina 2 is set to resume its weekly services between Honiara and the Western Province ports this week. In a public announcement on Tuesday, Marina Shipping Ltd said, it would make a special trip from the Western Province this Thursday. The boat has been out of service for maintenance since May.…
THE official handover of the Faefae Custom House at Lilisiana in Aoke-Langalanga Constituency has opened a new chapter for both local and international visitors, fostering greater engagement with Malaita’s rich cultural heritage. This milestone was announced by the Malaita Provincial Secretary Erick George during the opening ceremony of the Faefae Kastom Haos last week in…
On Wednesday evening 27th August 2025 we posted online a brief video clip via our Youtube Channel highlighting the Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) being imported and used by George Wu Company Ltd. The clip was supposed not be uploaded. However, due to miscommunication between members of the online team, the video appeared online. The information…
The Board of the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) during its meeting on August 21, 2025 adopted an expansionary monetary policy stance for the next six months to support growth while containing inflation within the desired range. The decision reflects a careful assessment of both the global and domestic economic conditions and prospects. Global…
After months of preparation and planning Barakoma airfield in South Vella, Western Province welcomed its first flight after many years during a proving flight on Sunday. The proving flight operated by the Solomon Airlines Twin Otter was undertaken by officials from the Ministry of Communication and Civil Aviation, Solomon Islands Airport Corporation Limited, Solomon Airlines…