A national workshop to review and update the Solomon Islands National Infrastructure Investment Plan (SINIIP) and Priority Pipeline was successfully held on Wednesday August 13 2025. Government through the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination (MNPDC) facilitated the workshop. The gathering was attended by senior government officials, state-owned enterprises, development partners, and NGOs, aimed…
There are claims more than 40 male students in one of the secondary schools in Choiseul province have injected their private part with the baby oil and other foreign substance. And most of them are now in a state of distress for fear of losing their private part after they started to experience complication. The…
Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Fredrick Kologeto on behalf of the government has acknowledged the significant contributions to Solomon Islands’ social, cultural, and economic development over the past four decades. He was a guest of honour on Friday joining the people of Malaita Province in Honiara to commemorate the 42nd anniversary of its Second Appointed Day.…
In a significant step toward addressing Gizo’s persistent water crisis, the SMEC company, contracted by Solomon Water, is set to begin drilling at a water source in West Gizo this month. This was confirmed by Western Province Provincial Secretary Patrick Toiraena. The drilling will take place at around the “Mile 6” area, West of Gizo…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has welcomed ongoing consultations for the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation’s (SIBC) Strategic Plan 2026–2030, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to supporting the public broadcaster in keeping Solomon Islanders informed and connected. During a courtesy visit over the weekend, SIBC Chief Executive Officer Mr. Johnson Honimae, accompanied by delegates from Pacific Cooperation…
Nineteen (19) schools across Honiara have received new computer laboratories funded by Australia and New Zealand, helping to bridge the digital divide and ensuring that students and teachers have improved access to technologies for learning. These computer laboratories reflect Australia and New Zealand’s commitment to providing Solomon Islands students and teachers with digital skills and the…
Malaitans based in Honiara gathered at DC Park, Malango Ward on Friday to commemorate the 42nd Appointed Day Anniversary. The three-day event commenced on Thursday and concluded on Saturday based on the theme; “Guided by Faith, Rooted in Culture, United for Change,” featured traditional dances, food displays, and cultural exhibitions. The highlight of the event…
Australia Awards alumnus Fox Mark is helping to shape the next generation of teachers in Solomon Islands by applying skills, gained through the Australia Awards Solomon Islands short course. Since completing the Transformational Leadership short course, Mr. Mark has introduced student-centred teaching approaches at the Solomon Islands National University (SINU), focusing on empathy, flexibility, and…
Jiangsu Province from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has donated two brand new Hilux to the Malaita Provincial Government (MPG) on Friday. The gift marked a significant milestone under the Jiangsu-Malaita relations. The handing over ceremony of the vehicles was attended by the Premier of Malaita Province, Hon. Elijah Asilaua, and other provincial leaders.…
Government hs been urged to seriously address the cash flow problem in the country. Speaking during the motion of special adjournment moved by the Prime Minister in Parliament on Thursday Opposition Leader Matthew Wale questioned why the country is always facing a cash flow problem. Hon Wale said the national government must seriously address this…