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The Governor General HE Reverend David Tiva Kapu and President Tharman Shanmugaratnam Tuesday this week PC: GCU On Tuesday, 18th February 2025, His Excellency Reverend David Tiva Kapu, Governor-General of Solomon Islands, paid a courtesy call on Singapore’s President, His Excellency Tharman Shanmugaratnam.  President Tharman warmly welcomed the Governor-General and his delegation, congratulating him on […]

The Honiara City Council has issued an urgent public notice calling on all vehicle owners and mechanics to remove broken down vehicles parked in public spaces, roads, and access areas. The notice emphasizes the need for immediate action to address the growing issue of abandoned vehicles causing disruptions and safety hazards.  Broken down vehicles are

On 19th February 2025, law enforcement officers, with the assistance of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), carried out a demolition operation at the Kolaridge graveyard car wash. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to address unauthorized structures and ensure compliance with local regulations.  Details regarding the specific reasons for the demolition and

The Fijian government has announced plans to establish its Embassy in Israel in Jerusalem. The decision was endorsed by the Cabinet, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defence set to conduct necessary risk assessments during the establishment process. Fiji and Israel have maintained diplomatic relations since 1970, collaborating in areas such

The National Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.6% in December 2024, reaching 130.4. Compared to December 2023, prices rose by 5.6% over the year. Key changes include a 6.1% rise in alcohol and tobacco prices, while food and housing costs dropped by 0.4% and 1.7%, respectively. The annual inflation rate for 2024 was 4.2%,

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) has acknowledged concerns raised by the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) regarding road congestion in Honiara, increased by ongoing infrastructure projects. MID assures the business community that efforts are underway to minimize disruptions caused by the Solomon Water Sewer Line Installation Project and the Land and

Last week, Solomon Islands’ Minister for Health and Medical Services, Dr. Paul Bosawai, signed a Letter of Intent with MIOT International Managing Director Dr. Prithvi Mohandas in Chennai, India. The agreement outlines MIOT’s proposal to provide specialized healthcare services to Solomon Islands citizens, including online consultations, in-country medical support, and world-class treatment for patients referred

Munda has once again taken the center of attention, but not for good reasons. The recent viral images of the Agriculture Extension office in Munda have caused another debate since the takeover of the Munda Police Station by the dogs. The images show a broken down and old building that certainly looks like a building

In a significant step toward strengthening access to justice in the Solomon Islands, Australia has launched a new initiative to train the next generation of Public Solicitor’s Office (PSO) lawyers. This program, developed in partnership with the Australian Government Solicitor, aims to equip PSO lawyers with the skills and expertise needed to provide critical legal

The Advancing Meteorological Observations System for Resilient Development (AMOS RD) Project Document has been signed in Honiara. Launching a US$8.4 million initiative to strengthen meteorological services and better protect the Solomon Islands’ population of over 800,000 from extreme weather events. Implemented by UNDP in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and