Tourism Solomons in collaboration with Pacific Tourism (SPTO) hosted key stakeholders from across the region to update, inform, and align on critical sustainability initiatives that aim to reshape the future of tourism in the Pacific. Taking place across several days in both Munda and Honiara, the landmark Sustainable Tourism Workshop is seen as an essential…
Members of the Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) will learn their 2025 crediting rate this week. The SINPF Board is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 30 September 2025, to declare the rate, Fund General Manager Mike Wate confirmed on Friday. In 2024, the Board awarded members a 4% crediting rate for the financial year ending 30 June…
Construction of key bridges in Malaita Province is advancing steadily under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2). Supported by the World Bank and implemented by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), these transformative investments are designed to enhance transport connectivity and strengthen climate resilience and safety across the region. These bridges –…
A five day conference to discuss Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles aimed at creating safer public spaces was held in Honiara. The Pacific Technical Assistance Conference was held at the King Solomon Hotel in Honiara and brought together officials from the Honiara City Council (HCC) and experts from New Zealand. Key speakers, included Emma McGill, Frances Sullivan, and Jacinta Straker the Group Manager Organisation…
HONIARA: – The Telecommunications Commission of Solomon Islands (TCSI) has clarified its position on recent public concerns over mobile data pricing, following meetings with Our Telekom, Bemobile, and other stakeholders. In a statement, TCSI said it acknowledged concerns raised by the Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, and members of the public, stressing that these issues are important and being addressed in line with…
SOLOMON Islands have been ranked among the countries with the lowest unemployment rates in the world, according to the latest Unemployment by Country 2025 global report. The report shows Solomon Islands recorded an unemployment rate of just 1.55 percent in 2023, placing it 174th out of 181 countries—well below the global average of 6.3 to…
Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) successfully conducted a two-day retreat on September 18th–19th 2025. This was to review and reflect on the current Corporate Plan 2021–2025 that will guide the ministry’s work programs and policies through this years’ remaining months, and laying the groundwork for the next five-year plan (2026–2030). Patrick Reoka, MID’s Chief Planning Officer, emphasized that this…
Following an outcry from its customers nation-wide following changes to all its data plans, the board, management and staff of Our Telekom has announced a new revised data deal that is set to be unveiled next week. In a statement issued on Thursday afternoon, it said, “to our valued customers, over the past few days, many of you have shared your…
WORKERS at a foreign-owned logging company operating in the far Western Province have raised serious concerns over poor treatment, unfair practices, and delayed payment arrangements of their wages. According to workers interviewed by the Solomon Star early this week, employees are often left waiting for long periods before receiving their fortnightly wages. In the meantime, many are forced to…
Construction work on Buala’s new market in Isabel has achieved an important milestone, with the roof now installed and the main scaffolding work done. The fully locally-delivered project has facelifted Buala town, boosting economic activity and community opportunities. Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Rod Hilton, praised the progress, highlighting the advantages of locally-led infrastructure development. “Every Australian-supported piece of infrastructure helps strengthen the…