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After six years away, international reggae gospel band Christafari is blessed to be back in the Solomon Islands as part of their Melanesian Tour, bringing a message of hope, unity, and love. Their return is made even more special by the incredible hospitality of the Kukum community in Honiara, who are once again opening their […]

Honiara, Solomon Islands – Many people in Honiara are upset about having to pay more money for shorter bus trips, while local authorities have done little to fix the problem. The issue affects those on the eastern side of the city, and people in the West are also facing the same trouble. Buses are now

The total international visitor arrivals for the first quarter of 2025 was 11,564. This was a decrease of 26.4% compared to the previous quarter (4th quarter 2024). Compared to the same quarter a year ago, total arrivals significantly increased by 13.8%. Returning residents comprised the largest entrance, comprising of 51.2% of all arrivals for the

Honiara, 6 June 2025 — The Temotu community in Honiara came together in a joyful celebration today for the Temotu Second Appointed Day, held under the theme “One People, One Vision, Advancing Temotu Together.” The event, organised by the Honiara Temotu Committee, aims to promote unity and cultural pride among the people of Temotu Province.

OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER & CABINET                    LOGO Competition 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Summit The Solomon Islands Government, in partnership with the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, proudly announces a Logo Design Competition inviting Solomon Islands citizens to create the official logo for the upcoming 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Summit. The Summit will

Honiara, Solomon Islands – June 6, 2025-Acting Prime Minister Hon. Frederick Kologeto MP today welcomed and held an open dialogue with young students from various schools in Honiara. The meeting, facilitated by Save the Children, provided a platform for students to voice key issues affecting children across the Solomon Islands. During the roundtable discussion, the

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) wishes to rebut an article authored by Alfred SASAKO on 5 June 2025 and 6 June 2025 entitled “ROGUE COPS, 500KG COCAINE GONE, and Police officer refuses to sell drug. The office of the commissioner of police says this article is again one of the continued lies and

The East Makira Constituency (EMC) office has successfully delivered the remaining Constituency Development Fund (CDF)-funded livelihood assistance and projects to recipients across EMC. This initiative underscores the government’s ongoing commitment to uplifting rural communities and fostering sustainable development, especially in EMC under the leadership of the Member of Parliament and Minister for Agriculture and Livestock,

The National Unexploded Ordnance (NUXO) Coordinating Office has successfully completed a week-long evaluation and inspection tour across Western and Choiseul Provinces. According to Mr. Benzily Kasutaba, Director of the UXO Division under the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, the purpose of the tour was to strengthen provincial commitment to addressing the enduring