A video recently posted on Facebook showing dozens of dolphins hunted and laid helplessly on the ground in a village in Lau, North Malaita, has caused a heated debate among Solomon Islanders online. The footage, which quickly went viral, has drawn mixed reactions  highlighting a growing divide between traditional practices and modern conservation values. For […]

Local rangers from Malaita Province who received their certificates from the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) have been encouraged to share their knowledge with their communities and apply their skills to help protect the environment. Speaking during a graduation ceremony held at Wairurione Community in West Are’are on Thursday 10 April, to recognise 14 local

In a significant move to boost digital connectivity across the Solomon Islands, Solomon Telekom Company Limited (Our Telekom) has signed a commercial agreement with Solomon Tower Limited (STL). The agreement was formalized on Friday, April 11, at STL’s office in Honiara, with Our Telekom’s Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Robertson Szetu, and STL Board Chairman, Mr.

Captions: From Right to Left: ADRA Country Director, Leyn Elizer Gantare, National Coordinator of the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) Ms. Nevalyn Laesango. PC: ADRA Media The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has met with the National Coordinator of the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), Ms. Nevalyn Laesango, to

Solomon Rice Company has generously donated 20 bags of 40lb Solrais Famili rice to the Abua’ero Tribal Clan, supporting their upcoming reconciliation gathering scheduled for April 25th to 27th at Fo’ondo Community in North Malaita. This heartfelt donation highlights Solrice’s ongoing commitment to giving back to the communities it serves. By contributing to such a

The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Council Secretariat, in collaboration with the Department of Campus Life, Marketing and Public Relations, Finance Department, and Security Department, successfully held an induction session today for the newly elected executive members of the SINU Students Association (SINUSA). The session aimed to provide the new student leaders with a clear

A new tilling machine has been generously donated to the Faculty of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s farm by Mr. Yang Jian Qing, Director of JQY. This marks a significant contribution to agricultural development and hands-on education at the Solomon Islands National University (SINU). The official handover ceremony was held at the faculty farm, where the

Solomon Airlines has extended its Early Bird Sale, offering a 20% discount on the lowest year-round economy return airfares across its operated international routes. Travellers now have until 30 April 2025 to take advantage of this exclusive promotion. Originally scheduled to end on 13 April, the extended sale period provides more time for customers to

PC: Save the Children via FB The Solomon Islands is facing a critical maternal health crisis, ranking second in the Pacific for maternal mortality, only behind Tonga, and holding the highest birth rate in the region. These concerning statistics highlight an urgent need for stronger health systems and improved care for mothers and newborns. Many

On April 2, 2025, the Tina River Hydropower Project Office conducted a concise yet impactful training session aimed at enhancing stakeholder understanding of the landmark energy project. The session brought together key representatives from the Ministry of Mines, Energy & Rural Electrification (MMERE), Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT), and the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).