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

In a devastating incident, the Burns Creek Clinic in east Honiara was recently broken into by burglars who stole all the medicine stored on-site. This shameless act has forced the clinic to shut its doors today, leaving the local community without access to essential healthcare services. The theft not only highlights the growing issue of

Remittances from Solomon Islanders working in Australia under seasonal worker programs have hit an all-time high, reaching a record SBD 431 million in 2024, according to Australian High Commissioner Rod Hilton. This figure represents a near doubling of remittances since 2023, which was at $243M, highlighting the growing economic impact of labor mobility between the

Many local residents in Honiara have raised concerns over what they describe as overcharging and miscalculations in their water bills by Solomon Water (SIWA). Despite using less water or even experiencing periods without water supply, some households have reported unexpectedly high bills. One frustrated resident shared, “Even when my water was cut off for some

STRONG WIND WARNING NUMBER CANCELLATION ISSUED BY THE SOLOMON ISLANDS METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE AT 6:30AM THIS MORNING ON MONDAY, 17TH FEBRUARY 2025. A STRONG WIND WARNING PREVIOUSLY ISSUED FOR WATERS OF RENNELL/BELLONA, MAKIRA TEMOTU, GUADALCANAL, MALAITA AND CENTRAL PROVINCES IS NOW CANCELLED.   SITUATION: A GENERAL NORTHWESTERLY WIND FLOW PERSISTS OVER THE SOLOMON ISLANDS. THE EXPECTED NORTHWEST

The Lauru Second Appointed Day Organizing Committee 2025 has expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Member of Parliament for South Choiseul Constituency, Honorable Tozen Leokana, for his significant contribution as the major sponsor of the recent buffet dinner fundraising event. The dinner, successfully hosted at the King Solomon Hotel, marked an important step in preparations for