CONCERNS over the sewage system coming out of the Gizo Hotel seafront in Western province have been raised in the National Parliament this week. This has raised serious questions about its impact on the environment and the image of Gizo as a tourist destination. Member of Parliament (MP) for Small Malaita, Hon. Rick Hou told…
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) is still in the planning phase of re-establishing the Public Works Department (PWD). This was confirmed by Minister Ricky Fuo in Parliament on Monday, in response to a question from the Leader of Opposition, Mathew Wale. “For us at MID, we are still at the planning phase. We are…
SOLOMON Islands Council of Trade Union (SICTU) calls for the immediate establishment of a Tripartite Advisory Body to advise the Minister of Finance and Treasury on critical issues relating or impacting workers and employers like Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA). The Body should comprise of equal representation from government, employers, and workers. SICTU said the recently awarded 3% COLA…
Chief John Lobo Bukai of the Koalia Tribe, Langa Langa Lagoon in Malaita Province, has raised concern of serious cultural and customary concern over the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant project. This is despite Chief Bukai, who writes on behalf of the coastal communities of the Langa Langa Lagoon expressed their firm support for the…
For nearly a century, East Makira Constituency has lived without communication towers — leaving villagers isolated from the rest of the world. That changed on May 17, 2025, when Pihuru village in East Wainoni District, Makira Ulawa Province, was connected to the internet via Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite-based internet service. While a traditional communication tower…
A Joint Survey Team visited Napii village in East Wainoni District, Makira Ulawa Province, on May 17, 2025, to identify suitable locations for the construction of communication towers. The team is part of a government-backed project, funded by China, that aims to install seven communication towers across East Makira Constituency (EMC) — a region that…
The North Malaita Constituency (NMC) office recently conducted a historic tribal reconciliation program, signifying its readiness to progress socio-economic development for its people and the rest of the constituency. Held at Fo’ondo from 25th to 27th April 2025, the event was organized specifically for the Abua’ero tribal clan. It was successfully celebrated under the theme:…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has strongly endorsed the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Bill 2024, describing the legislation as a “transformative tool” for economic development, job creation, and post-conflict stability in the Solomon Islands. This was during its second reading in Parliament on Tuesday. In a passionate address to Parliament, the Prime Minister commended the…
FOUR male teenagers are counting their lucky stars after surviving a car accident on Friday night along the Sea Breeze roadway in Tophill, Gizo, Western Province. The accident occurred between 9 and 10pm near the old Premier’s residence, when the driver of the Toyota Rav4 lost control and veered off the main road. From the…
The Community Policing Committee (CPC) in Ward 7, Southeast Vella Constituency Western Province will soon begin recruiting new officers to help maintain peace and order in local communities.CPC Coordinator Standley Chite Hemi confirmed the plan during an interview with the Solomon Star last week, revealing that a total of 40 individuals will be recruited.“These will…