The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) welcomes the High Court’s decision to dismiss a civil claim brought against the former Minister for Mines and Energy Bradley Tovosia, over his 2024 appointments to the Solomon Islands Water Authority (SIWA) Board. This ruling marks the second time in recent months that the High Court has…
Correctional Services of Solomon Islands (CSSI) on Wednesday 28th May 2025 welcomed 76 new recruits during a pass out parade . The Minister of Police, National Security and Correctional Services Jimson Tanangada presided over the official Passing Out Parade for the Titus Rore Recruit 01/2025. This marked a significant milestone for the Correctional Services of…
Essential building materials valued at more than $20,000 has been delivered to Ghatere Clinic on Kolombangara Island, Western Province on Friday. Tax-payers through Gizo-Kolombangara Constituency (GKC) delivered the timely support. The assistance which falls under the essential services was part of the constituency’s ongoing commitment and resolute action under the leadership of Member of…
A NO-case to answer submission will be made in court next for three men on trial for allegedly attacking two men bush knives, resulting in one death, in Koivo Village in the Guadalcanal Plains Palm Oil Limited (GPPOL 3) last May. No date has been fixed as of yet for the hearing of the No-Case…
WESTERN Provincial Premier Billy Veo has issued a heartfelt apology to the people of Makira following the tragic death of young Stephanus in Honiara recently. Premier Veo expressed his deepest condolences to the grieving family and the entire Makira community, describing the incident as a senseless act of violence that has shocked the nation. “As…
Months into the 2025 academic year, parents and teachers in and around Honiara are voicing growing concerns over a homemade drug that has been circulating in schools and communities for years now. The drug, known locally as ‘Copen’ or ‘Scoop,’ is produced using tobacco and other household substances readily available in nearby shops. Once manufactured,…
A World War II bomb (unexploded ordinance (UXO) was discovered on Tuesday, 27th May around around lunch time on the eastern side of the Ministry of Fisheries Headquarter in East Honiara. The discovery was made by a team of Explosive Ordnance (EXO) personnel, led by a retired Bomb Disposal Unit officer. The device is believed…
Parliament has officially gone on a special adjournment following a motion moved by Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele, in the House on Tuesday 27 May 2025. The motion, which was passed without objection, reads: “That at its adjournment on Tuesday 27 May 2025, Parliament shall adjourn to Monday 14 July 2025.” In his statement to…
A National Border Coordinating Committee (NBCC), a new body tasked with advising and supporting the government on all matters related to border security management held its first meeting on Tuesday, 27th May. Its part of Solomon Islands Government initiative through the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS). Speaking during its first deliberation,…
The passage of the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Bill 2024 has been welcomed by Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele describing it as a major milestone in the Government’s efforts to drive investment, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth across the country. The National Parliament on Monday passed the SEZ Bill through the Committee of the…