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Honiara, Solomon Islands, Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Honourable Trevor Manemahaga was officially sworn in today at Government House as the new Minister for Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration, completing the latest phase of the ministerial reshuffle under the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT). The oath of office was administered by the Governor-General, […]

Today (Tuesday 8th July 2025), the National Parliament of Solomon Islands proudly welcomed students from Adaua Secondary School in Malaita Province for what was surely their first experience visiting the highest legislative body in the land. The visit gave the students a unique opportunity to witness the workings of Parliament up close and to learn

While thousands gathered around Honiara to celebrate Solomon Islands’ 47th Independence Anniversary, a group of TikTok users chose to celebrate in a different way, by bringing smiles and music to the Children’s Ward at the National Referral Hospital. Led by local music star Jaro Local, the team visited the hospital with gifts, laughter, and heartfelt

Honiara, Sunday 6 July 2025 – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has reminded Solomon Islanders of the value of unity and stability in building a peaceful and prosperous nation. Speaking during the 47th Independence Thanksgiving Service held at St. Barnabas Cathedral today, the Prime Minister said the occasion was not just to give thanks, but

Rome, Italy (July 3, 2025) – The Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Honorable Franklyn Derek Wasi held a bilateral meeting with the Director General of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization yesterday (Thursday July 3). During the bilateral meeting, both dignitaries exchanged pleasantries and commit to collaborate more closely to address the agri-food systems

Honiara, Solomon Islands, Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Honourable Lency Vokia was officially sworn in this morning at Government House as the new Minister for Lands, Housing and Survey, following a cabinet reshuffle under the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT). The oath of office was administered by the Governor-General, His Excellency Sir Reverend

The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) band and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) brass band rocked the crowd with their famous dancing patterns as the country marked the 47th Independence Day Solomon Islands in Honiara on the 7th of July, 2025. The RSIPF and ADF, who also form part of the parade, provide some

FROM: The Honourable Minister, Peter Shanel Agovaka, Permanent Secretary, Collin Beck, Heads of overseas missions and their staff and the Staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade. TO: His Excellency, the Governor General, Sir David Tiva Kapu, the Prime Minister Honourable Jeremiah Manele, Members of Parliament, Public servants, Provincial Governments, Business Houses,

From: The Honourable Minister, Daniel Waneoroa, Permanent Secretary John Niroa Misite’e,Senior management and staff of the Ministry of Rural Developmentand their families, To: The Governor-General, His Excellency, Reverend David Tiva Kapu and Lady Salome Kapu, Prime Minister, Honorable Jeremiah Manele and Madam Manele, Deputy Prime Minister, Honourable Frederick Kologeto, All Ministers of the Crown, Leader

Hamilton, New Zealand – Solomon Islands’ 47th Independence Anniversary was celebrated with warmth and pride by the Solomon Islands community and students in Hamilton, New Zealand, with special guest Hon. Peter Kenilorea Jr. joining the occasion. Honoured by the President and Executive of the Waikato Solomon Islands Society and Student Association, Hon. Kenilorea delivered a