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). […]

Varu School and community combine together for the Immunization awareness presented by DGIP Project Officer, Mr Patteson Seama. Photo supplied by Project Team. The Demand Generation for Immunization Project (DGIP) in the Solomon Islands has begun its community immunisation awareness campaign in Schools and Community across Kolobangara Island in the Western Province (WP). The schools

Auki, Solomon Islands — April 10, 2025 Today marked the official start of on-site construction for the China-aided Auki Road Project. Led by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), the initiative aims to significantly improve local transportation infrastructure while ensuring the safety and convenience of residents. On the first day of work, the CCECC

HELENA Goldie Hospital is facing serious healthcare problems; the Parliamentary Opposition Group has observed. The Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale, five Opposition MP’s and officials visited the hospital and held a dialogue with Moderator of United Church Solomon Islands Rev. Armstrong Pitakaji and hospital staff on Sunday last week.The Opposition Office was informed during

More than 50 local leaders from government, industry, NGOs, and communities gathered in Honiara to help shape REnew Pacific—Australia’s SBD402 million program aimed at delivering off-grid renewable energy solutions to rural and remote communities across the Solomon Islands and the Pacific region. The workshops focused on aligning REnew Pacific with the unique needs of Solomon

The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) is currently hosting a Research Training Workshop at the Faculty of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (FAFF) Conference Room. The workshop is designed to strengthen research capacity among early-career academics. Organised and sponsored by the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic), the workshop is part of an ongoing initiative to

Solomon Airlines, Tourism Solomons, and Travel Solomons are proud to jointly announce the highly anticipated return of the Flysolomons Peace Marathon, set to take place the on 30th of August 2025 in Honiara. This landmark event marks the triumphant revival of the Peace Marathon, first introduced in 2009 as a grassroots initiative to promote peace,

The newly completed Malu’u Temporary Market opened its doors on Monday, April 7, providing vital space and facilities for local vendors to continue their businesses during the redevelopment of the existing Malu’u Market. The high-quality, locally-built structure, constructed by Alrico Construction Company Ltd, offers essential amenities, including toilets and a wash area, for up to

Photo Sources: Background photo via RSIPF, Lang via Lang Jokes Facebook, Milky & Babasha via Jnr ReelKingz Facebook If you have nothing planned for April 15th and 16th, 2025, head down to the Honiara Youth Hub for a day of fun, learning, and community engagement with your local police, the RSIPF. The Royal Solomon Islands

Excitement is building in Marovo, Western Province, as the construction barge for the new Seghe Market has arrived, bringing with it 2,000 tonnes of building materials, plant, and site equipment. This marks a significant milestone in the development of the area, as work is set to begin on the fifth market redevelopment supported by the