SOLOMON Islands have been ranked among the countries with the lowest unemployment rates in the world, according to the latest Unemployment by Country 2025 global report. The report shows Solomon Islands recorded an unemployment rate of just 1.55 percent in 2023, placing it 174th out of 181 countries—well below the global average of 6.3 to…
New York,- Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka (MP) highlighted the Solomon Islands’ commitment to strengthening its bilateral partnership with India during the Forum for India-Pacific Island Countries (FIPIC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, held on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York. Minister Agovaka expressed appreciation to…
The Malaita Provincial Government (MPG) has congratulated China at the eve of the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the 6th Anniversary of China–Solomon Islands Diplomatic Relations. In a statement issued on Thursday 25th September, Premier Elijah Asilaua on behalf of his Executive, all Members of the Provincial Assembly, the administration, staff members, and the people of Malaita Province said; “it is with…
Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) successfully conducted a two-day retreat on September 18th–19th 2025. This was to review and reflect on the current Corporate Plan 2021–2025 that will guide the ministry’s work programs and policies through this years’ remaining months, and laying the groundwork for the next five-year plan (2026–2030). Patrick Reoka, MID’s Chief Planning Officer, emphasized that this…
Following an outcry from its customers nation-wide following changes to all its data plans, the board, management and staff of Our Telekom has announced a new revised data deal that is set to be unveiled next week. In a statement issued on Thursday afternoon, it said, “to our valued customers, over the past few days, many of you have shared your…
Participants of the training on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for children and families shared their experiences and reflections on the outcomes of the workshop during its fourth day. The five-day training, which began on Monday will conclude on Friday, September 26. ‘ It is being facilitated by UNICEF and brings together a diverse…
WORKERS at a foreign-owned logging company operating in the far Western Province have raised serious concerns over poor treatment, unfair practices, and delayed payment arrangements of their wages. According to workers interviewed by the Solomon Star early this week, employees are often left waiting for long periods before receiving their fortnightly wages. In the meantime, many are forced to…
Solomon Islands need to build a healthier future for its people through the “Healthy Settings” approach. Dr. Nemia Bainivalu, the Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) highlighted this at the opening of the National Healthy Settings Conference in Gizo on Monday. Dr. Bainivalu highlighted that health is not just a fundamental human right but also…
Construction work on Buala’s new market in Isabel has achieved an important milestone, with the roof now installed and the main scaffolding work done. The fully locally-delivered project has facelifted Buala town, boosting economic activity and community opportunities. Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Rod Hilton, praised the progress, highlighting the advantages of locally-led infrastructure development. “Every Australian-supported piece of infrastructure helps strengthen the…
Guadalcanal Provincial Secretary of the Christian Outreach Center and a respected elder of the Navola community in North Guadalcanal, has voiced concerns and the risk linked to the tailings dam used by Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) when a disaster strikes. Speaking during a Disaster Awareness Workshop held last week in Navola by the National Disability Forum…