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A significant workshop aimed at updating the Greater Honiara Urban Development Strategy and Action Plan (GHUDSAP) up to 2030 was recently concluded, gathering government officials, community leaders, and various stakeholders to discuss the future of the Greater Honiara Area (GHA). The event was marked by a strong commitment to sustainable urban development and community engagement. […]

Australia’s support for Solomon Islands’ cocoa sector continues to grow with the announcement of its latest partnership with Tupaghotua Cocoa Plantation (TCP), a local woman-owned business in Guadalcanal. TCP is well known for producing and exporting high quality dried cocoa beans overseas. Australia’s latest support will upgrade TCP’s solar drying facilities and cocoa processing capabilities

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) in Makira-Ulawa Province has issued a strong warning to the Makira-Ulawa people of the consequences of the illegal sale of alcohol ahead of the upcoming festive season. Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Makira-Ulawa Province, Superintendent Peter Sitai, said over the last few years police have arrested and charged individuals

The Honiara City Council (HCC) Mayor Eddie Siapu announced that the removal of tinted public vehicles conditions has been passed by the City Council and is awaiting the gazette before the end of this week. Once the conditions are officially gazette, HCC will implement and enforce these conditions against the use of tinted windows, tinted

Solomon Islands is stepping up preparations to host the third edition of the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Prime Minister’s Cup in Honiara from December 10-22. A joint Cabinet-sanctioned Local Organizing Committee, comprising Government and Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) Officials commenced strategic meetings this week following the signing of the Host Agreement between the MSG

The Solomon Islands recently participated in the inaugural Global Ministerial Conference to End Violence Against Children, held in Bogota, Colombia, on November 7–8. The event brought together global leaders, policymakers, and advocates committed to ending violence against children, with a focus on announcing concrete pledges and sharing proven strategies to ensure the safety and well-being