The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in partnership with Tourism Solomons and Solomon Islands Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT), has released the results of the 2024 Community Attitude Survey (CAS), providing insight into how Solomon Islanders perceive tourism, its potential, and the challenges that must be addressed to ensure its sustainability. Conducted between November 2024…
The Honourable Minister Dr Bosawai in his remarks at the meeting acknowledges the ongoing and cordial partnership between the Solomon Islands Government Ministry of Health and the World Bank. He acknowledges WB for the ongoing Technical support and assistance on Program of Analytical and Advisory Services (PASA) with primary focus on health financing and service…
THE Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration (MCILI) is developing an Employment Information System to better determine the rate of youth unemployment in the country. Minister Harry Kuma confirmed this in Parliament last week when responding to a question from Member of Parliament for Small Malaita and Chairman of the Parliamentary House Committee, Rick…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says addressing youth unemployment in Solomon Islands requires a multi-pronged or whole-of-government approach. He made the remarks in Parliament last week after Leader of the Independent Group, Manasseh Maelanga, asked Minister of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration, Harry Kuma, about measures to tackle the issue. According to data, around 70 percent…
FORMER Malaita Premier and current Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 5 in West Baegu/Fataleka has passed on. Late Hon. Daniel Suidani was called to rest on Tuesday morning 21st October 2025 at the National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara. His passing was announced by his Advisor Celsus Talifilu in a statement issued via social…
The National Parliament of Solomon Islands on Friday marked a major milestone in its digital transformation journey. This came following the official handover of new ICT equipment under the Strengthening Legislatures’ Capacity in Pacific Island Countries (SLIP) Phase II Project at Paul Tovua Complex. The ceremony was attended by the Honourable Speaker Patteson John Oti, Chairpersons and Members of…
The Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project (SINBIP) has officially commissioned a new telecommunications tower on Monday 13th October 2025 at Husuzo, situated within the South New Georgia Rendova Tetepare constituency. This development represents a key milestone in enhancing and expanding internet connectivity throughout the Solomon Islands. Supported by the People’s Republic of China, the tower’s construction is led by China Harbour Engineering Company…
Premiers of Makira/Ulawa Province (MUP), Hon. Stanley Siapu, and Temotu Province, Hon. Stanley Tehiahua, are joining forces with the national government to address the land dispute surrounding Waimapuru National Secondary School (WNSS). Their united stance aims to ensure justice is served and the school’s future is safeguarded. Speaking at the WNSS graduation ceremony on Thursday, both leaders…
Government through the Ministry of Police National Security & Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has signed a land lease agreement with the Kariki landowners on Monday 20th October. The ceremony was witnessed by Permanent Secretary Karen Galokale, Commissioner of Lands Alan McNeil, and the five trustees representing the Kariki landowners. This significant agreement secures the land parcel allocated for the establishment of…
THE Ministry of Communication and Aviation has released tenders to rehabilitate airstrips at Atoifi in Malaita Province and AvuAvu on East Guadalcanal. Minister Fredrick Kologeto confirmed this in Parliament last week in response to a question from Leader of the Independent Group, Manasseh Maelanga. Maelanga also asked about the status of Babanikira Airstrip on the…