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Honiara, Solomon Islands – 15 May 2025 The illegal prospecting activities on the Balasuna River have drawn national attention as one of the many unlawful operations that has happened across the Solomon Islands. These incidents are occurring largely due to a lack of inspection, monitoring, and proper policing by the Ministry of Mines, Energy and […]

Relief work is actively progressing along Mendana Avenue in Honiara, where crews are addressing critical sections from Point Cruz Solomon Motors to the Honiara Hotel and Casino (HHC) Roundabout. Emergency repairs were carried out this morning in front of HHC and the Central Market area, targeting both sides of the road. These temporary measures aim

The Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification has revealed that a total of SBD 10.8 million remains unpaid from 33 bauxite shipments exported from West Rennell, raising concerns among landowners, provincial authorities, and the national government. In a media briefing held on Tuesday, 13 May 2025, Minister Hon. Derrick Manuari and Mines Director Mrs.

Local online shoppers and small business owners are expressing growing frustration and disappointment with Solomon Post, the national postal service, amid ongoing reports of missing and stolen parcels. Once considered a vital service for connecting local communities with the international market, Solomon Post is now facing criticism for falling short on its promise to serve

The growing culture of bribery within government ministries in the Solomon Islands is placing huge pressure on ordinary citizens who are already struggling to make ends meet. Reports reaching our news desk reveal a disturbing trend, what should be public services offered freely and fairly are increasingly tied to under-the-table payments and personal connections. Locals

14th May 2025 The Minister of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), Hon. Ricky Fuo’o, has acknowledged recent public concerns regarding the deteriorating road conditions within Honiara’s central business district and its impact on daily commutes and business activities. Having assumed this portfolio just two weeks ago, Minister Fuo’o sincerely apologizes to the public, private

Police officers from Taskforce Janus today (14 May 2025) rearrested the former Permanent Secretary (PS) of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Development (MID), Mr. Henry Murray, and returned him to Rove Correctional Facility for his 4-year imprisonment. Mr. Murray was arrested in 2018 by police officers from Taskforce Janus on multiple official corruption charges, which

Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale has welcomed the announcement by the new Minister of Mines, Hon. Derek Manuari, to initiate a Commission of Inquiry (COI) into the 33 bauxite shipment saga. Minister Manuari announced the COI during a press conference earlier this week. Hon. Wale encouraged the new minister to leave no stone unturned

Progress continues on the Su’u and Bira Bridge project, with concrete pouring officially underway for the piling works on Section B (the north side of the bridge) as of yesterday. This marks a major milestone in the bridge’s construction and signals steady advancement despite challenging weather conditions. Local workers are gaining valuable on-the-job experience through

Significant progress is being made at Santa Cruz Airfield in Temotu Province, with preparation works now underway for the construction of a seawall at the airfield’s western end. This development marks an important step in strengthening the airfield’s resilience against coastal erosion and improving overall safety for both aircraft operations and nearby communities. The seawall