Given that more than half of the infectious diseases affecting people originate in animals, the next public health emergency may not begin in a hospital or clinic but at a farm or in a flooded community. Across Pacific Island countries and areas, climate-sensitive diseases further intensify these challenges. Leptospirosis, for example, often rises after…
The People’s Republic of China, in partnership with the Ministry of Rural Development (MRD), officially handed over eight Sawmill Machines worth $1.5 million to the Central Makira Constituency (CMC) on 6 February 2026. This generous support was made possible through the PRC-funded Rural Sustainable Development Program (RSDP) and implemented by MRD. The project includes eight…
The Solomon Kings Football Club (FC) was on fire after successful completion of round 1 and round of the OFC Pro-League. Since the official kickoff of the Pro-League, the Solomon Kings defense was like a brick wall, conceding just 2 goals in their OFC Pro-League campaign so far. The team’s skipper and goalkeeper, Phillip Mango…
The Minister responsible for the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) is appealing to the people of Noro to take ownership of their newly completed tar-sealed road, describing it as a “gift” that must be protected from vandalism and neglect.Speaking during the official handover of the Noro Road Improvement Project under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and…
After 8 months as the Interim CEO at Solomon Airlines, Paul Abbot, a veteran executive with experience across Air New Zealand, PNG Air, Air Niugini and Tonga’s Lulutai is angry. Angry at by commercial action by foreign airlines which is quickly crippling the national carrier, disappointed that collecting frequent flyer points is a priority for…
Solomon Airlines has accused Qantas of trying to push it out of the Brisbane–Honiara route as the Flying Kangaroo looks to expand services. In a submission to the International Air Services Commission (IASC), the Solomon Islands’ flag carrier said that while Brisbane-Honiara is the “largest international route” for the Solomons and a “significant contributor to…
Solomon Airlines has announced a ‘Wantok Sale’ across the airline’s international network offering the chance to book a bargain flight at savings of up to 25% off selected international routes. The special fares are on sale until 28 February 2026 only, or until sold out on the following selected routes and travel dates until 15 December 2026. Special…
Goldie College in Western Province is currently facing a severe water shortage, with its primary water sources rendered unusable due to a blockage in the water dams, forcing students to search for alternative water supplies. For weeks now, students have been relying on water from well and the limited water tanks available at the school. However, the…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD), through the Agriculture Investment for Markets and Nutrition (AIM-N) Project, has strengthened its partnership with the Isabel Provincial Government following a high-level courtesy briefing in Buala on Friday, 13 February 2026. The visiting delegation was led by Deputy Director (Ag), MALD Extension Services, Michael Tanisapa, AIM-N Gender…
Auki Police have arrested a 37-year-old male person for selling kwaso (homebrew) in Auki town recently. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) of Malaita Province, Superintendent Michael Ramosaea, said the arrests were made while police officers were on foot beat patrol in the Auki township. PPC Ramosaea said the suspect was seen with a bag filled…