CBSI warns rising global oil prices from Middle East conflict could push domestic fuel costs higher, increasing imported and headline inflation in Solomon Islands. Honiara – THE Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) is closely monitoring recent developments in the Middle East, where military strikes by US and Israel on Iran on 28th February have…
Fataleka Constituency hands over 121 new homes to rural families and plans to build more than 500 houses by 2028 to improve living standards. HONIARA – Fataleka Constituency in East Kwaio, Malaita Province has handed over 121 newly built homes to rural families as part of an ambitious plan to construct more than 500 houses…
The Agriculture Investment for Markets and Nutrition (AIM-N) Project was officially launched in Gizo, Western Province on Monday making a significant step toward improving rural livelihoods and strengthening agricultural development. Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD) Franklyn Derek Wasi, officiated the launch. He described the initiative as a major investment aimed at supporting rural farmers and improving food…
Maintaining a clean and healthy learning environment has been highlighted as a key priority at Aoani Extension Primary School in West Kwaio, Malaita Province. Thats according to the school’s Deputy Principal, Ben Oloisae when speaking about the importance of cleanliness at the school. Mr. Oloisae said that keeping the school environment clean is one of the most important…
The Simbo Tribe has once again reaffirmed its customary ownership of land within and around Honiara City through a series of traditional Guadalcanal ceremonies held over several years. Simbo Tribe spokesperson Lawrence Justine said the ceremonies were organised to publicly declare and preserve the tribe’s historical connection to the land while also addressing concerns about…
The Maoma Tribal Centre Association in the Anoano area of West Kwaio Constituency, Malaita Province, is strengthening its commitment to marine conservation as part of its broader effort to promote cultural tourism and protect local resources. In front of the Maoma Tribal Centre seaside area, the Association has established a conservation zone to prevent overfishing…
The Government for National Unity and Transformation prioritizes planning for Solomon Islands’ 50th Independence Anniversary in 2028, focusing on unity and national pride. THE Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) has placed high priority on preparations for the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary in 2028. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele made the statement while updating the media on issues of national…
Solomon Islanders have been encouraged to invest in the agriculture sector and renewable energy to stop the ‘dependency syndrome’ and protect families from global external shocks. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele issued the statement on Sunday during a press conference organised to update the nation on recent international engagements, national developments, and Government priorities as the government…
The Solomon Islands Government (SIG) is closely monitoring the escalating tensions in the Middle East with grave concern. The conflict intensified following reports that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a senior Iranian cleric and former Supreme Leader of Iran, was killed along with other high-ranking officials after airstrikes allegedly carried out by Israel and the United States. In retaliation, Iran has reportedly launched attacks targeting…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele has denied reports of an alleged new Cabinet line-up that circulated in the media last week. The reported list claimed that a new internal Cabinet arrangement had been quietly decided without any official announcement from the Prime Minister’s Office. According to the circulated list, Member of Parliament (MP) for Central Guadalcanal Peter Shanel Agovaka was named as…