The Guadalcanal Provincial Government (GPG), Solomon Islands National Youth Congress (SINYC), and Plan International Solomon Islands (PISI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen youth empowerment efforts in Guadalcanal Province. The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday at the GPG headquarters in Ritaleven, marking a significant step toward enhancing opportunities for young people […]

Yesterday marked a historic milestone for the Malaita Outer Islands (MOI) constituency, as Member of Parliament Paea, alongside his Constituency Development Officer (CDO) and Project Team, hosted a significant visit from the Australian High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands, His Excellency Rod Hilton, and his delegation. The event took place at the soon-to-be-opened MOI Constituency

STRONG WIND WARNING NUMBER SEVEN ISSUED BY THE SOLOMON ISLANDS METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE AT 4:00PM THIS AFTERNOON ON FRIDAY, 21ST FEBRUARY 2025. A STRONG WIND WARNING IS CURRENT FOR WATERS OF TEMOTU, MAKIRA, MALAITA, AND RENNELL/BELLONA PROVINCES.  SITUATION: A TROUGH LIES OVER THE SOLOMON ISLANDS WHILST A GENERAL NORTHWESTERLY WIND FLOW PERSISTS OVER THE COUNTRY. EXPECT

PC: NY Times This week, Iumi Stori conducted interviews with several local shopkeepers employed in Chinese-owned shops in and around Honiara to shed light on their workplace experiences. The interviews were started by a message received a few weeks ago alleging racial discrimination and mistreatment of local workers by foreign-owned businesses, particularly those operated by

Photo Caption: President of the SIPFP Elisha Pitanoe handing over one of the wheelchairs to the Physician and Head of the NRH Accident and Emergency Department, Dr. Patrick Toito’ona. Looking on are SIPFP Advisor, Ms. Afulia Billy, SIPFP Vice President, Mrs. Nelly Nori, Ms. Doreen Siope, Nursing Manager and Registered Nurse, Mr. Mamu The Solomon

On February 19, the “Guangdong Book House” donation ceremony took place at the Chung Wah School in the Solomon Islands, attended by H.E. Ambassador Cai Weiming and Education Minister Hon. Tozen Leokana. The 872 donated books, provided by Guangdong Province, showcase China’s traditional culture and modern advancements, offering students insights into China. Ambassador Cai emphasized

STRONG WIND WARNING NUMBER FIVE ISSUED BY THE SOLOMON ISLANDS METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE AT 4:00PM THIS AFTERNOON ON THURSDAY, 20TH FEBRUARY 2025. A STRONG WIND WARNING IS CURRENT FOR WATERS OF TEMOTU, MAKIRA, MALAITA, AND RENNELL/BELLONA PROVINCES.  SITUATION: A TROUGH LIES OVER THE SOLOMON ISLANDS WHILST A GENERAL NORTHWESTERLY WIND FLOW PERSISTS OVER THE COUNTRY. EXPECT

The Environment and Conservation Division (ECD) is investigating the use of less than 1.5L plastic water bottles at the recent Miss Pacific Islands Pageant (MPIP), despite a ban under the Environment Single Use Plastic Ban Regulation 2023. The banned bottles were distributed to VIP guests, prompting public concern and questions about the violation.  ECD Director

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