The highly addictive drug which poses threat to the Pacific region – methamphetamine locally dubbed the ‘Power Drug’ — is spreading across the Western Province, sparking alarm among communities, health advocates and law enforcement. Reports reaching the Solomon Star claimed this lucrative drug has not only infiltrated Munda, but is also circulating in Choiseul, Shortland…
A family is homeless after their dwelling home was burnt on Tuesday afternoon within the Panatina Creek community, behind Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Panatina Campus, East Honiara. The fire was believed to have started from a candle lit by the owner’s four-year-old son using handle matches. It was claimed during the course of lighting…
A staggering number of Pacific Islanders continue to face water and sanitation challenges, according to the Communiqué issued at the conclusion of the 9th Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministerial (PWWM) Forum held in Honiara from 25–26 August 2025. The report considered by Ministers on progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) revealed that 9 million…
PACIFIC Ministers have hailed the Chairs of the Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers (PWMM) Forum as champions of the Pacific Water Security Warriors Mechanism, underscoring the region’s commitment to safeguarding water resources and nurturing the next generation of water leaders. The recognition was included in the Communiqué issued at the conclusion of the 9th Pacific…
A group of East Kwaio voters in Malaita Province have expressed concerns about their Member of Parliament (MP’s) health, which they say has been deteriorating since the April 17 joint elections. The current MP is Stanley Festus Sofu. “The MP continues to receive tax-payer funded salary and other perks while voters have been left in…
Four road improvement contracts for Malaita Province will be officially signed in Auki on Friday 29th August, 2025. These projects are funded by the Australian government under the National Transport Fund (NTF) as part of ongoing efforts to improve the country’s transportation infrastructure. The signing ceremony will be attended by a government delegation led by…
THE Honiara Magistrate court has granted a final adjournment to allow police execute a warrant of arrest on a man facing an indecent act charge, and failure to make an arrest with result in the withdrawal of the case. The defendant, Ani Alphonse, is facing one count of Indecent Act without Consent. This is in…
A 17-YEAR-OLD male who confessed to having unlawful sex with a 12-year-old girl last August in Choiseul Province has been sentenced to one year imprisonment. The juvenile, who could not be named for legal reasons, has pleaded guilty to one count of Having Sexual Intercourse with a Child under 15 years. This is contrary to…
The National Broadband Infrastructure Project undertaken by China Harbour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC) is a landmark project of China-Solomon Islands cooperation under the “Belt and Road Initiative”.This project offers a remarkable story of local materials engineer Hendry vividly embodies the practical achievements of the concepts of “localization” and “technical mentorship and knowledge transfer”.From a newcomer…
A 15-YEAR-OLD male accused of breaking into a house at Agape, West Honiara, and stealing mobile phones and $1,300 in cash will be summoned to appear in court on September 26. The juvenile who could not be named for legal reasons is facing one count of Burglary. The defendant was supposed to appear in court…