CAPSA project operations manual workshop ends

The Building Capacity in Statistics and Audit (CAPSA) Project marked a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its Project Operations Manual (POM) Workshop on Monday, 14th April 2025 at the National Statistics Office (NSO).  Facilitated by Mr. Philip Bottern, a World Bank Consultant, the workshop provided critical guidance on project implementation frameworks to key stakeholders. The workshop brought together the Government…

WP to draft mining policy

WESTERN Province (WP) is in the process of drafting a new comprehensive mining policy framework to strengthen governance and ensure transparency in the industry. Premier Billy Veo told Solomon Star that having a robust policy in place, as mining continues to be a contentious issue — often resulting in environmental damage, land disputes, and conflict…

‘NO TO MINING’

The people of South East Vella la Vella (SEV) Constituency, Western Province have taken a bold and uncompromising stand to declare their opposition to any proposed mining activities on their land. Instead they are championing environmental conservation and sustainable future rooted in the principles of the Green and Blue Economy. This firm declaration follows a…

West eyes mushroom farm

Plans are underway to establish a mushroom farm at Mile 6, just outside of Gizo town in Western province. Its a move aimed at boosting local food production and creating new income opportunities for communities and the province. The initiative is spearheaded by Western Provincial Government (WPG) in collaboration with Fujian Province under People’s Republic…

Norman Finance expands services to SI

Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) renowned financial institution, Norman Finance, has officially launched its operations in the Solomons. The company’s operation was formally introduced during a launch event held on Wednesday at the Honiara Hotel. Following its commissioning it will begin offering financial services in the capital city, for a start. Speaking exclusively to Solomon Star…

Seven communities in Malaita declared ‘NOD’

IN a major milestone for public health and sanitation, seven communities in Malaita Province have officially been declared Open Defecation Free (ODF) fortnight ago. The communities of Suama, Bariki, Onelalo, Sareko, Saue, Mamarakwe, and Kikiri celebrated the achievement during a ceremony attended by the Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) for the ward 6, representative from…

LANDMARK DEAL

GOVERNMENT through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) and the Isabel Provincial Government (IPG) on Friday, 11th April sealed an agreement to advance the agriculture development in the province and for the country. Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) the ministry will use close to 687 hectares of unallocated and available land within the…