Maringe-Kokota CDC meets, approves 2025 CDF projects

The Maringe-Kokota Constituency Development Committee (CDC) successfully completed the screening process for the 2025 Constituency Development Funds (CDF) applications and approved projects ahead of implementation. Held at Jejevo in Buala, Isabel Province, two weeks ago, the meeting brought together CDC members representing each ward within the constituency. This critical process ensures that all projects align…

NPF records positive performance

Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) has seen a positive turnover in performance for the financial year ending 2025. As a result an increase of more than 80% in gross income was seen from the previous $252.2 million gross income to a draft gross income of $430 million for 2025.   That’s according to the SINPF General Manager (GM) and Chief…

SICCI congratulates SINPF on 8% credit rate 

The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) congratulates the Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) on its recent announcement of an 8% membership credit rate. SICCI welcomes this positive news on behalf of employers and acknowledges SINPF’s broad portfolio of investments and subsidiaries, which include Soltuna Limited, Solomon Housing Limited, Our Telekom, South…

‘Economic recovery leads to positive returns for NPF’

The country’s economy bounced back due to the hosting of the 2023 Pacific Games and major international and regional events plus sound economic management. As a result it leads to positive returns for Solomon Islands National Provident (SINPF). This was highlighted the Minister of Finance and Treasury Trevour Manemahaga at the official announcement of the 2025 Credit Rating to all…

SI shipping industry urged to prepare for IMO climate transition

Solomon Islands shipping operators have been advised to prepare for costly but inevitable changes in global shipping regulations as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) pushes forward with climate measures. At a national seminar in Honiara on Tuesday, maritime experts and officials stressed the importance of aligning Solomon Islands’ domestic shipping policies with international rules, warning that while…

Pacific ECOP network builds momentum

The Pacific Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOP) Network is gaining momentum since its launch in 2021, with young Pacific Islanders increasingly benefiting from the opportunities it provides. The Pacific Community Centre for Ocean Science (PCCOS), a hub within the Pacific Community (SPC), created the network to mobilise and connect early-career ocean professionals working across diverse…

Forau reappointed as CBSI Governor

Dr. Luke Forau has been reappointed as Governor of Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) for a further term of six years, effective from 1st October 2025. The Board and Management of the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT), Solomon Islands Government (SIG) made the announcement on Wednesday 1st October. This decision…

Domestic Agrifood Systems review meeting underway

The 2nd Annual Review and Planning Meeting (ARPM) of the Sustainable Transformation of Domestic Agrifood Systems (STODAS) project is underway in Honiara this week. Minister for Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Franklyn Derek Wasi, officially opened the meeting. The STODAS project, which involves Fiji, Samoa, and Solomon Islands, aims to strengthen domestic agrifood systems across the three Pacific nations.  This…

Rehabilitation of Mendana Avenue road starts

Initial phase for the full rehabilitation of Mendana Avenue Road in Central Honiara has commenced on Monday, spanning from Heritage Park Roundabout to the Honiara City Council Roundabout. Contractor China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) for this Land and Maritime Construction Project (LMCP) will execute in sections, starting from the Heritage Park Roundabout towards the…