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SI joins UN effort to advance climate innovation across Small Island States

Brisbane, Australia – About 15 representatives from small island nations, including Solomon Islands, now have access to practical climate technology tools, capacity-building opportunities, and collaborative platforms as the first-ever Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Forum for NDE convenes in Brisbane, Australia, from 1–5 December 2025.  The event brings together National Designated Entities (NDEs) and key climate technology contacts…

 Kuku: 2026 budget far from addressing realities faced by citizens

ACTING Leader of Opposition Hon John Dean Kuku says the 2026 Budget is far from addressing the hardships ordinary Solomon Islanders are facing on a daily basis. Addressing Parliament during his Budget speech, Hon Kuku said the government is preaching the 2026 Budget as a disciplined, forward-looking, transformative instrument that will carry us toward our 50th…

Govt to examine sufferance wharves’ report

The Government will consider the long-awaited report into sufferance wharves, amidst growing concern over security and the movement of illicit drugs through the nation’s ports.   Jimson Tanangada, the Minister for Police, National Security and Correctional Services, said the report had been prepared by a taskforce led by the Ministry of Finance and Treasury together with the Prime Minister’s…

New Rescue Fire Services Station makes progress

Construction of the new Rescue Fire Services Station at Honiara International Airport is advancing steadily reaching 70 percent of physical completion. This marks a major milestone in the Solomon Islands’ efforts to strengthen aviation safety and emergency response capabilities.  Funded by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), the work is being implemented…

34 new HIV AIDS cases recorded for 2025

A total of 34 new HIV cases have been recorded by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) bringing the cumulative total to 79.  Of these 34 new cases 25 are males and 9 are females.  This was announced by the Health Minister Honourable Dr. Paul Popora Bosawai on Monday at the WORLD AIDS day celebration.  In his remarks at…

First Solomon Islander joins fire service in Canada

When Stephen Didivera left his home in Guadalcanal, he never imagined he would one day become the first Solomon Islander to serve as a firefighter with the Kindersley Fire Service in Canada. But today, his journey—from a humble village upbringing to the front lines of emergency response in a foreign country—stands as a remarkable testament…

Tenatui, Kapinaovu launch by-law

Tenatui and Kapinaovu in northeast Guadalcanal launched their community bylaw on 27 November 2025. The launching of the community bylaw came about after months of consultation with Homes of Peace and Empowerment (HOPE) Trust in collaboration with the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and other stakeholders. The RSIPF Officer, Senior Police Constable (PC) Joel…

Loss & Damage fund opens for business: SI cautiously welcomes $250m pilot

The UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, delivered a major diplomatic win for climate-vulnerable nations, including the Solomon Islands, with the formal operationalisation of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD). The launch marks the first time real financing has been made available to help countries recover from the irreversible impacts…

RSIPF armoury strengthened through RAPPP, ADF Support

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Armoury Logistics Team (ARMLOT) has received a major upgrade through the RSIPF and AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), with additional support from the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The improvements make the armoury safer, more organised, and better equipped to support police operations. The upgraded facility now includes better…

Five suspects nabbed for alleged larceny of $1.8m

Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) have arrested five suspects for larceny of $1.8 million at Churivunga village in Central Guadalcanal. Operation Commander at GRML, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Operations Mr. Mathias Lenialu said the huge amount of money and about 11 grams of gold were removed…