Mathias Lenialu is now the new Acting Commissioner of Police. A farewell ceremony was held at the New Year’s eve on Wednesday allowing members of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) to witness the change of leadership. The outgoing Commissioner of Police, Mr. Mostyn Mangau was farewelled during parade at Rove police headquarters after…
An inspiring journey of resilience and lifelong learning It’s a story of perseverance, self-belief and the power of continuous learning, proving that humble beginnings do not limit future success. Meet Jeff Payton from Tikopia and Malaita Province whose career journey began modestly after completing high school. His first job was as a security officer at…
From 17 to 23 December 2025, under the framework of the China–Solomon Islands Minimally Invasive Urology Surgery Center Project, the 4th China Medical Team, together with delegation from the Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, worked closely with Solomon Islands counterparts. Activities focused on academic exchange, surgical demonstrations, ward rounds for complex cases, laboratory capacity…
Western Province Premier Hon. Billy Veo has extended Christmas and New Year greetings to the people of Western Province while reflecting on the challenges and achievements of 2025. In his end-of-year message, Premier Veo acknowledged the collective efforts of the Western Provincial Government (WPG), including his Executive Members, Speaker Ramrakha Talasasa, Members of the Provincial…
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) has reminded all health workers to uphold the highest standards of responsibility and respect. That’s when using health facilities and government-owned properties. This followed a recent incident involving a nurse in a road accident while driving the Kirakira Hospital ambulance without proper authorization. The MHMS understands the…
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) strongly condemns the recent burning of the New Tenabuti Health Clinic on 26th of December 2025 describing it as an act that has caused significant damage to essential health infrastructure and disrupted vital services for the community. Reports have confirmed that the incident occurred around 9pm at…
The successful conclusion of Gizo–Kolombangara Constituency (GKC) Day 2025 in Ringi, Kolombangara in Western Province has been hailed as a historic milestone in promoting unity, inclusive development and people-centred leadership across the constituency. Speaking during the closing programme, Member of Parliament for Gizo–Kolombangara Constituency on Sunday Hon. Jimson Tanaganda said the one-week celebration clearly demonstrated what…
A reconciliation ceremony was successfully held at Kolofe, Lau Mbaelelea constituency in North Malaita, on Tuesday, 23rd December 2025. The ceremony was held following an incident that occurred on the morning of December 9th, when a foreign worker contracted under the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) was viciously slashed with a hook knife by…
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) on Tuesday 23rd December announced a partnership with BRED Bank Vanuatu and BRED Bank Solomon to help commercial customers access financing for their businesses and productive assets, supporting growth and job creation in Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands. Vanuatu Daily Post reported that IFC, a member of the World Bank Group…
Three United States (US) ambassadors to the Pacific under the former Biden administration have been recalled. It was reported the US State Department has recalled the ambassadors to Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and the Marshall Islands, who alongside 27 other ambassadors from around the world will end their terms in January of next year. Ambassador…