Kolombangara landowners in Western Province have achieved a historic milestone after securing a 20 percent shareholding in one of the country’s major forestry companies, Kolombangara Forest Products Limited (KFPL). The announcement was made on Tuesday by Hon. Jimson Fiau Tanangada, Member of Parliament for Gizo-Kolombangara and Minister for Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MNPCS)…
The Panamex Group, through its local distributor George Wu Company, has made a generous donation to the Pink October Cancer Foundation on Tuesday 11th November2025, supporting the ongoing efforts of the National Referral Hospital (NRH) in raising awareness and providing care for cancer patients. The donation, consisting of 74 bales of mixed items including Soft Baby…
As government through the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) officially unveiled its new office complex in Noro, Western Province on Monday, Premier Billy Veo of Western Province says this marks a step towards opening up opportunities for more investment in the fisheries sector for the province and the country. The ceremony was attended by…
A land lease agreement has been signed by the Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Hon. Franklyn Derek Wasi with the Premier of Makira-Ulawa Provincial Government (MUPG), Hon. Stanley Siapu to pave the way for a major agricultural development initiative at Okea, North Guadalcanal Plains. The agreement, covering 5.87 hectares of land, marks a crucial step toward advancing agricultural development under the…
Dr Howard Marau brings deep clinical experience to his leadership. He completed his MBBS in Fiji in 2008, worked in Gizo from 2013 to 2015, and returned to Fiji to specialise in anaesthesia in 2018. Since 2016 he has served within the Solomon Islands health system, and in March 2025 he stepped into the role…
Daltron, a leading provider of IT solutions across the Pacific region, is back in the Solomon Islands after 15 years of absence. Encouraged by the country’s positive economic outlook and a surge in government-funded development projects, the IT firm decided to relaunch its service in Honiara. As part of their relaunch a well-attended Tech Demo event was…
Western Province Premier Billy Veo has described the opening of the new Noro Police Station as a historic milestone for the township and the province. He described the new set up as a major step in strengthening law and order to support economic growth and community safety. Speaking during the official handover ceremony on Monday in…
The Solomon Islands participated in the 8th General Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) held in New Delhi, India, from 27 to 30 October 2025. The Solomon Islands delegation was led by the Minister of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification, Hon. Derick Rawcliff Manuari, and included senior officials from the Ministry’s Energy Division and…
HONIARA, – The Experts Focus Group (EFG) on the Federal Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) Study convened at the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT) Conference Room to validate the study’s key components. Chaired by Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr Melchior Mataki, the meeting brought together key experts from various government agencies. The EFG reviewed and endorsed…
Honiara, — Today – Monday 10 November 2025, the world marks International Accountants Day, a global observance that honours the vital role accountants play in driving transparency, trust, and economic progress. For the Solomon Islands, this day is more than a celebration—it is a reminder of how the accounting profession underpins national development and sustainability. The Institute of Solomon Islands…