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Honiara, Solomon Islands — The Solomon Islands Minister for National Planning and Development Coordination, Honorable Rexson Ramofafia, has commended Australia for its open and transparent approach to development in Solomon Islands. Hon. Ramofafia commented on the launch of the Australia–Solomon Islands Development Partnership Plan 2024-2029, which further strengthens the longstanding partnership between both countries. He […]

Solomon Islands music is shining brighter than ever, with acclaimed artist and producer Jaro Local earning a prestigious nomination for Best International Pacific Artist at the 2025 Pacific Music Awards for his single “Aghe Kula”. Jaro Local, born Jeremy Saeni—has been a driving force behind the international recognition of island music, blending traditional Pacific rhythms

26 JUNE 2025 Australia’s Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, the Hon Pat Conroy MP has wrapped up a successful visit to Solomon Islands. Australia is a partner Solomon Islands can count on and is making commitments for the long term. On his second day in Solomon Islands Minister Conroy, alongside Minister Ramofafia, launched the new

Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to climate action and sustainable development in Solomon Islands by announcing an additional SBD38 million in funding for the Tina River Hydropower Development Project, the country’s flagship renewable energy initiative. The announcement was made by Australia’s Minister for Pacific Affairs, Hon. Pat Conroy MP, the project as Australia’s largest climate

The Hograno-Kia-Havulei (HKH) Constituency is charting a development pathway aimed at empowering communities through strategic investments in the productive sector. Utilising the Constituency Development Funds (CDF), the initiative seeks to stimulate the local economy, improve livelihoods, and elevate socio-economic conditions at the rural level. HKH Constituency Development Officer (CDO), Apollos Manegere underscored this vision during

Four media professionals from the Solomon Islands (SI) successfully completed a two-week seminar on Full-Media Communication for “Belt and Road Countries” in China, describing the training program as an eye-opener as cooperation between the two countries further deepened. Organized by the Research and Training Institute of the National Radio and Television Administration (RTI of NRTA),

Australia has announced a commitment of  SBD60 million in direct funding support to upgrade and maintain key roads across Solomon Islands. This contribution to the National Transport Fund will support preparations for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara and help reconnect rural communities, particularly in Malaita Province, to essential economic opportunities. The

Get ready, Solomon Islands! The 2025 Annual National Trade Fair (ANTF) is just around the corner, and this year’s competitions promise to be bigger, better, and more inspiring than ever. From June 30th to July 7th, the lively heart of FOPA Village, East Honiara will come alive with colour, creativity, and community spirit as people

Honiara, 20 June 2025 – The Correctional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI) officially launched its 2024 Gender Audit Report at the Sullivan’s Conference Room, Rove. Delivering the welcome remarks at the launch, CSSI Gender Coordinator Senior Sergeant Catherine Nalakia acknowledged the ongoing commitment of CSSI to gender equality, noting key achievements since the first Gender

Honiara, 18 June 2025 – Commissioner Mactus Forau warmly welcomed the President and Director General of Fujian Police College, Ms. Hu Baozhen, and her delegation during a courtesy visit to the Correctional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI) Headquarters. The delegation was accompanied by the Solomon Islands China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) Commissioner. In honour of