A meeting was held on Thursday to push for a more coordinated approach to hosting and showcasing national events that offer outside attractions and lure tourists. The face to face meeting was organised by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT), in partnership with Tourism Solomons (TS) and local event organisers. The meeting was held…
On Thursday, 5th February 2026, Kastom Gaden Association (KGA) hosted a special farewell and welcome lunch to mark an important transition for the team. At the lunch reception Mr. Hayato Ogushi, a dedicated JICA Volunteer who has served with KGA for the past two years was farewelled. “During his time with us, Mr. Ogushi contributed…
New destination brand to reflect Solomon Islands’ culture, warmth and unique visitor experience Reflecting significant developments currently shaping the Solomon Islands’ tourism landscape. Tourism Solomons has announced ‘Strategic Transition’ as the theme for the 2026 Tourism in Focus conference taking place at the Solomon Kitano Mendana Hotel on Thursday. Tourism Solomons Acting CEO, Dagnal Dereveke said…
The Gizo Market Vendors Association (GMVA) has successfully completed a two-day Leadership Skills Training in Gizo, Western Province. The workshop, held at the Outback Living Conference Space, commenced on Tuesday and concluded on Wednesday. The training targeted GMVA executives and members, including women market vendors and other ordinary members. Speaking to Solomon Star, National Project Coordinator…
Taxi operators in Noro town, Western Province, have raised serious concerns over bus drivers allegedly violating traffic regulations by encroaching on routes designated for taxis and picking up passengers in restricted areas. Local taxi drivers say bus operators are disregarding the Noro Town Council’s traffic by-laws, particularly those governing feeder roads that are reserved for…
The Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF), through its youSave initiative and in partnership with Appello Services and the Labour Mobility Unit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, has successfully completed a nationwide outreach tour to New Zealand, registering 333 Solomon Islands Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers into the Seasonal Workers Superannuation Scheme…
A West Kwaio Constituency meeting was held at Buma Parish in West Kwaio, Malaita Province, on Monday, 9 February 2026, bringing together constituency leaders, ward representatives, and community stakeholders to discuss development challenges and priorities for the year. Speaking at the meeting, the Member of Parliament (MP) for West Kwaio Constituency, Honourable Claudius Teifi, emphasized that development…
Government through the Ministry of Culture and Tourism [MCT] and Tourism Solomons will be organising a meeting with event organisers to push for coordinated approach to National Events. Organisers of established annual events have been invited to participate in this meeting scheduled for this Thursday where a number of events will be discussed. The meeting…
China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd. (CHEC), Huawei, Solomon Tower Limited(STL), and the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) have successfully completed the construction, commissioning, and on-air activation of two tel-communication sites in Malaita Province under Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project (SINBIP). The newly commissioned sites include Alikata and Matakwathaa’lu(M162), marking an important milestone in the expansion of telecommunications…
Residents of Shortlands Island in the far Western Province are experiencing an abundance of fresh fish catches, which are now being sold in large quantities at Kangu Beach Market in Bougainville. The steady flow of seafood has seen the market overflowing with fresh supplies, attracting many customers and buyers from surrounding communities. This activity has…