Chairman of the National Youth Congress, Harry James Olikwailafa, has raised serious concerns that methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, could cause chaos if it reaches street level in Solomon Islands. Mr Olikwailafa made the statement when he appeared before the Bills and Legislative Committee (BLC) in Parliament yesterday. The BLC is currently scrutinising the Dangerous…
Bavaqole Chief, Philip Viuru, has expressed profound gratitude to national and provincial leaders for their ongoing commitment to the development and welfare of his people, particularly in supporting plans to establish a new Rural Training Centre (RTC) school on Bava Island. In an address during the ground breaking of the proposed RTC School in Bava…
Strong calls for support have been echoed for parents whose children are attending Buma–Aoani Extension Early Childhood Education (ECE) in West Kwaio, Malaita. The call was issued during a recent teachers and parents meeting. The ECE Centre is currently operating under Buma Primary School. A Chairman of Buma Aoani Extension Early Childhood Education (ECE) who…
A major step forward in digital connectivity has been achieved in Solomon Islands, as the Ministry of Communication and Aviation of Solomon Islands (MCA), China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd.(CHEC), and Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd (Huawei) announce the successful commissioning of three key telecommunication towers. These three towers belong to the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure…
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.…
The owner of newly opened Zaru Hotel in Gizo Western Province is calling on local tourism operators in the Western Province to work together to strengthen the industry and attract more visitors to the region. Speaking to the Solomon Star in an interview during the grand opening of his hotel on Tuesday, Jacob Kwan, said…
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…