WPIC now operates legally under accountability framework By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Investment Corporation (WPIC), the commercial arm of the Western Provincial Government, is now operating under improved accountability and legal frameworks after years of challenges linked to political involvement. Premier Billy Veo, who also serves as Chairman of WPIC, acknowledged…
WING Leader of the Solomon Islands United Party (SIUP), Peter Kenilorea Jr, has emphasized that numbers remain the foundation of democracy, rejecting claims that the new coalition’s strength is merely a “snapshot.” His comments follow statements by Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele and Attorney General John Muria Jr, who downplayed the opposition coalition’s claimed 28 Members…
“𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑦 𝑜𝑓 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙 𝐺𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 & 𝐼𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 (𝑀𝑃𝐺𝐼𝑆) 𝑑𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑠 𝐼𝑠𝑎𝑏𝑒𝑙 𝐺𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑝𝑜𝑛𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑔𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠” The Ministry of Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening (MPGIS) has issued an ultimatum to the Isabel Provincial Government (IPG), demanding a formal response to a series of serious allegations by Friday, March 27, 2026. In a letter dated March 19, 2026,…
The training prepares them for future recruitment in the Australia’s meat industry By George Maelagi Solomon Star Online A total of 40 participants successfully completed a three-day training on basic meat processing in Honiara. The training was, held from Wednesday to Friday, concluding with a certificate presentation for all attendees. The training, conducted under the Australian…
Lack of Transparency Over Boat Tenders and Projects Sparks Minister’s Resignation By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star Gizo Allegations of improper conduct and a lack of transparency within the Western Provincial Government (WPG) have emerged following the resignation of a senior provincial minister during last week’s political unrest. At a press conference held at the Gizo…
The new coalition has welcomed the return of Hon. Franklyn Wasi who officially joined the camp, strengthening its ranks of 28 members. Hon Wasi was one of the 12 ministers who resigned recently. A statement from the group said Hon. Wasi’s return is a show of solidarity and confidence. He was in Manila, Philippines last week…
HONIARA, – The Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT), led by Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, is advancing key initiatives and delivering tangible results despite the ongoing political standoff following the resignations of 12 former ministers. Recently, the GNUT launched the 2026 Solomon Islands National Infrastructure Investment Plan (SINIIP) Dossier, a strategic roadmap allocating SBD 19.4…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele says he will call Parliament at an appropriate time. This comes as a motion of no confidence, submitted by a new coalition comprising 28 members, matures on Monday. Speaking to the media at a press conference on Sunday amid ongoing political instability, Prime Minister Manele defended his government, stating that it is…
The Government has downplayed claims by a new coalition that it commands the support of 28 members, as displayed in the media. This follows the recent resignation of 19 members from the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT), who have joined the Opposition and Independent Group. Speaking to the media at a press conference…
The new rate will come into effect next month By ULUTAH GINASolomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Full Assembly has approved a significant increase in liquor license fees for the 2026/2027 Financial Year, sparking immediate concerns from the Assembly’s Non-Executive Committee (NEC). The new fee structure, which was given a greenlight during recent deliberations, is set…