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The 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship ended an exciting Day 1 of competition, showcasing incredible talent and fierce determination from all the teams involved. Held at the National Stadium in Honiara, the tournament marks a historic moment as it is the first time the prestigious event was hosted in the Solomon Islands capital. The host

$4.8M for Agricultural Sector Finance Minister Hon. Sogavare presented the 2025 budget of $4.8 billion under the theme “Accelerating Accountable and Transformative Investments: A Pathway Towards A Resilient and Sustainable Economy.” He emphasized the government’s focus on economic transformation, especially in the agriculture sector. Key plans include exporting 15-20 tons of fresh pineapples bi-monthly to

Cynthia Houniuhi, a young Solomon Islander and the president of the Pacific Island Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC), has become a powerful voice on the global stage. Recently, she delivered an impactful speech at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearings in The Hague, Netherlands, as part of the advisory proceeding on states’ international obligations

Work has officially started on the construction of the Su’u Harbour and Bira Bridges in Malaita Province. The construction is being undertaken with financial support from the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2) and is being implemented by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID). The civil works are being

As Solomon Islands’ number one economic partner, Australia has announced the provision of an additional SBD22 million in budget support to the Solomon Islands Government, bringing the total of Australia’s general budget support for 2024 to around SBD82 million. A direct funding agreement was signed on Thursday 28 November by the Minister for Finance and

Jovita Ambrose, a former national youth sprinter and referee, is set to make her debut for the Solomon Islands National Rugby Sevens women’s team at the 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens tournament. The tournament is scheduled to take place this weekend at the National Sports Stadium in Honiara. Ambrose’s athletic background, particularly her sprinting career, has

A Motion of No Confidence in Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has been presented to the National Parliament today. While the specific details of the motion remain undisclosed, Jefferson Hallu, the Clerk of the National Parliament, confirmed this evening that his office has received it. The motion was submitted by Gordon Darcy Lilo, the MP for

Youth empowerment in Solomon Islands has received a boost with a recent handover of new laptops, speakers, and headphones to the Solomon Islands National Youth Congress (SINYC) from the Australian Government. The technology will enhance SINYC’s capacity to advocate for youth development, improve operational efficiency, and expand its outreach across the provinces. SINYC has partnered