The Non-Executive (NE) group of the Western Provincial Assembly has claimed to have secured a commanding majority of 14 members and declared its camp as ‘rock solid.’ This followed the high-profile resignation of two provincial ministers early this week. In a bold move that signals a deepening political crisis for the current administration, the NE group confirmed they have formalized their alliance through a signed…
The Speaker of the Western Provincial Assembly (WPA), Hon. Ramuraka Talasasa, has confirmed that his office is yet to receive any formal notice regarding a Motion of No Confidence (MoNC) against Western Province Premier, Hon. Billy Veo.Speaking in an interview with Solomon Star, Speaker Talasasa clarified that despite the circulating political rumors, no official letter…
Professor Transform Aqorau has been reappointed as the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Vice-Chancellor for a second term. Professor Aqorau’s reappointment follows a rigorous, transparent, and comprehensive recruitment process conducted by a Council-sanctioned Selection Committee and formally approved by the University Council. Highlights of the process included: • Open advertisement calling for expressions of interest…
Youth unemployment remains a serious challenge across Solomon Islands, especially in rural and coastal communities where formal job opportunities are scarce. Although many young people graduate with certificates and degrees, the shift from classroom learning to meaningful employment is often difficult. The WorldFish Nusatupe Innovation Hub in Western Province is helping to bridge that gap.…
A 33-year-old man has been jailed for three years for being part of a group that broke into the Gold Ridge Mining Company’s ACOM Base in Guadalcanal and stole carbon gold. Two police officers were also part of the group. Aron Loke was sentenced on Monday 23rd February in the Honiara Magistrates’ Court after pleading…
Honolulu, Hawaii, – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele, MP, speaking in his capacity as Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, has called for Pacific-led solutions to advance investment and security partnerships as the Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security and Shared Prosperity Summit concluded in Honolulu. Delivering closing remarks at the two-day Summit held at the East-West…
Road improvement works within Honiara City, involving the sealing of the Mendana Avenue road section from Heritage Park Hotel to City Council, will soon commence under the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project (LMCP). Given the scope and complexity of the activities, construction will be undertaken in four stages across eight sections. Works will progress sequentially,…
Honiara-based Lauru people celebrated Choiseul Province’s Second Appointed Day since becoming a separate 35th years ago. The celebration was held at the National Auditorium, Solomon Islands National Museum Honiara on Wednesday 25 February 2026. It marked more than three decades of unity, identity and progress under the theme “35 Years of Unity and Progress: Honouring…
Leader of Opposition Honorable Matthew Wale has slammed authorities for disregarding ‘copen’ in the dangerous substance list as an amendment under the Dangerous Drug (Amendment) Bill 2025. Speaking during the Bills & Legislations Committee (BLC) Hearing in Parliament this week, Hon Wale said government authorities’ negligence on this matter is inexcusable. “Why is copen not…
Securing land for a proper rubbish disposal site at the Malaita’s provincial capital of Auki continues to be a major challenge due to customary land issues. Provincial Secretary Erick George told journalists during a press tour conducted last week by the Embassy of Japan in Solomon Islands that most land in the province is customary…