A delegation from the Solomon Islands has returned from a transformative two-week trip in Beijing, which focused on China’s successful strategies for urban growth, smart city development, and modernization of governance systems The trip was conducted in Beijing and Guangzhou from April 14 to April 28, 2025. During the trip delegation also attended a seminar…
The Honiara City Council (HCC), under the leadership of Lord Mayor Cr. Eddie K. Siapu has expressed its strongest condemnation of the recent tragic murder that resulted in the loss of an innocent life. “This act of violence has deeply saddened the community and underscores the urgent need for collective responsibility in maintaining peace and…
Five suspects have been arrested in relation to an alleged murder of a 24-year-old male person from Star Harbour, Makira/Ulawa province over the weekend. Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) carried out the arrest. The murder incident occurred at Jacob’s Ladder in the Milestone area within the vicinity of Mamulele in east…
Government has been urged to withdraw and improve the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Bill 2024, warning that its gaps pose serious risks to the country’s economy, governance systems, and national development. The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale issued the call when speaking in Parliament on Monday. He said the policy behind the Bill was…
THREE government-owned vehicles at Kilu’ufi Hospital in Malaita province were allegedly sold without going through the proper tendering process. This is raising serious concerns about transparency and accountability in the disposal of public assets. The vehicles involved include two Toyota Land Cruisers (G4013 and G4014) and an Isuzu 3-Ton Truck (G4215). According to information received…
Solomon Islands and the Republic of Armenia officially established diplomatic relations on Wednesday, 14th of May 2025 during a signing ceremony held in New York, United States of America. The Agreement was signed by Her Excellency Mrs. Jane Waetara, Permanent Representative of Solomon Islands to the United Nations, and His Excellency Mr. Paruyr Hovhannisyan, Permanent…
A MAN accused of stealing gold ashes worth $2.6million from his boss’s vehicle outside of the Bred Bank at Kukum, East Honiara will enter his plea on May 23. Peter Olben, 25, is facing one count of Simple Larceny. He was finally arrested on March 18, at Ranadi, East Honiara, after evading police arrest for…
A YOUNG man found guilty of assaulting a woman outside of the Pacific Crown hotel, Honiara last New Year’s Day will receive his sentence on May 21. Zane Gegeu Taisia is faces sentencing for the charge of Assault Causing Actual Bodily Harm. On Wednesday, both the prosecution and the defence counsel confirmed they rely on…
MANY teachers in Western Province have expressed disappointment after failing to receive their backdated salaries, despite government promises that payments would be made yesterday. While teachers did receive their newly re-levelled salaries in line with the government’s revised pay structure, the backdated payments from February 1st to mid-May were not included in their pay packets.…
A NUMBER of senior officials and Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) from Malaita Province have recently visited China as part of a government-endorsed “look-and-learn” program. The visit conducted this year, following official invitations from China, aimed at providing local leaders the opportunity to see firsthand the country’s development and governance practices. The first to…