NRH beefs up its COVID-19 Alert, Prevention and Preparedness plans
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) will soon beef up its COVID-19 Alert, Prevention and Preparedness. ... Read More
SCHOOLS TO CONTINUE NORMAL DESPITE THE FIRST COVID-19 CASE
COVID-19 Oversight Committee updating local media Schools throughout the country will continue with their normal classes. This was according to the Permanent Secretary of the ... Read More
Solomon Islands lost it’s COVID-19 free status
“It pains me to say that we have lost our COVID-19 free status.” Read More
SIG is committed to solving Philippine students visa/passport issues
COVID-19 oversight committee members during a press conference. The government is committed to solving visa and passport issues facing local students in the Philippine. A ... Read More
Wale slams government over Philippine students situation
“It is unimaginable what they have been put through and I can only hope that the ordeal will go away soon.” Read More
Recipient of transferred items at the Pacific Casino Hotel quarantined
A person who came into contact with the transferred items at the Pacific Casino quarantine center has been tested for COVID-19 and put under a ... Read More
Boso Acquitted from false rumor charges
Paterson Boso The Magistrate's Court yesterday acquitted a man charged for spreading false rumours in social media in April this year. Paterson Boso was charged ... Read More
Henderson Eels winning streak continues
Raphael Lea’i and Laugu player contesting for the ball The Henderson Eels F-C has thrashed Laugu United with seven unanswered goals in the opening match ... Read More
TSL enters R2
Laugu FC goal-scoring machine, Gagame Feni set to lead his side against Henderson Eels in round two of TSL. |Photo by Danzo Photography Four great matches ... Read More
Government to ratify the Bunkers Convention
Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Culvic Togamana The government has approved the ratification of the Bunkers Convention recently The Ministry of Foreign Affairs ... Read More
SINU: ‘Proposed strike action is illegal’
"I am not going to allow that to happen." SINU Council Chairman Dr. Culvick Togamana. Read More
Makira provincial Government reconciled with SIG
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare met with the Makira Provincial Premier and Makira Chiefs. |Photo: PM Press The Makira Ulawa Provincial Government had formally apologized to ... Read More
FFA’s Ministerial virtual meeting tomorrow
Manumatavai-Tupou-Roosen| Photo Supplied The Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial teleconference meeting is due to be held tomorrow, (Thursday 06/08/2020). Top of the agendas is the impacts ... Read More
‘TSI article misleading’ says Kuma
"TSI article is not only misleading but also factually incorrect, malicious , and unbecoming of an organization that promotes itself as the beacon of transparency." ... Read More
Jane Waetara sworn-in as new Electoral Commission’s CEO
Sir David congratulates Mrs. Waetara soo after her swearing-in ceremony|Photo GCU Jane Waetara has been sworn-in as the new Chief Electoral Officer of the Solomon ... Read More
Vanuatu marks 40th Independence Anniversary
Vice President Rocky Tuku and Vanuatu national cut the Anniversary cake|Photo by GCU Vanuatu nationals working and residing in the country have celebrated its 40th ... Read More
Renbell Provincial Government to cancel Rennel Mining operations
"Almost half of West Rennell land has been shipped out. Now we only left with Rocks. For now, I put a STOP to mining around ... Read More
NZ Air Force to carry out air surveillance across Solomon Islands EEZ
Secretary to the Prime Minister Dr. Jimmie Rodgers The New Zealand Air Force will make a full air surveillance over the Solomon Islands Economic Exclusive ... Read More
Judgement of foreign nationals illegally enters Solomon Islands sets for tomorrow
RSIPF Acting Commissioner, Mostyn Mangau. Judgement of the three foreign nationals allegedly enters the Solomon Islands illegally on 19 June 2020 sets for tomorrow. This ... Read More
Makira left out of vital infrastructure development
Men trekking down the River to the coast from an inland Makohigo village, East Makira Constituency. The need to have a proper road infrastructure at ... Read More
“It’s even risky to accessing basic healthcare services”: Beato Mae
"About sixty children from this village have died before reaching the nearest health center". Read More
Wale calls on government to be serious about addressing HCC’s corruption allegations
Leader of the official Opposition, Hon. Mathew Wale Opposition Leader-Hon. Matthew Wale is calling on the government to take appropriate actions to address the serious ... Read More
Sir David sent well-wishes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Solomon Islands Governor-General Sir David Vunagi during his Queens Birthday Speech. The Governor General-Sir David Vunagi has sent his well-wishes on behalf of Solomon Islands ... Read More
Solomon Islands maintain its fight against COVID-19
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare Solomon Islands must not let its guards down despite some COVID-19 affected countries start easing their restriction measures against ... Read More
Gov’t likely to extend SOPE period
Attorney General, John Muria Junior The current state of Public Emergency is opened for further extension. Attorney General, John Muria Junior stated yesterday on the ... Read More
USD25.8 COVID-19 assistance from Japan to SI
Outgoing Japanese Ambassador to the Solomon Islands, HE. Shigeru Toyama The Government of Japan has announced a 25.8 million US dollars in COVID 19 emergency ... Read More
Repatriation of stranded nationals abroad underway
Stranded nationals arrived from Brisbane yesterday. Photo by SBM The first repatriation flight for stranded Solomon Islanders overseas has arrived yesterday evening from Brisbane, Australia. ... Read More
USA lauds COVID-19 free Solomon Islands
US Ambassador to the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Vanuatu -Her Excellency Erin Mckee and Solomon Islands Governor-General Sir David Vunagi |Photo by US ... Read More
PM: “NO TIME FOR PETTY POLITICS”
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare The National Government has called on Parliamentarians to leave petty politics behind and join hands together to fight ... Read More
Honiara residents commended for respecting ‘Lockdown Order’
Police officer Manning the White River Checkpoint|Photo by Charley Piringi The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has commended the Honiara residents for respecting the ... Read More
Repatriation of stranded nationals abroad will start next week
News Solomon Airline Airbus landing Solomon Airlines will take a special repatriation flight from Brisbane to Honiara, Tuesday next week. The national carrier confirmed in ... Read More
Veke won petition case
Minister of Police Hon. Anthony Veke Parliament of Member for West Guadalcanal and Minister of Police and National Security Hon. Anthony Veke has won his ... Read More
22 arrested for breaching ‘Lockdown Order’
Police officers at Town Council Checkpoint Twenty-two suspects have been arrested for breaching the lockdown order last night. Police Media confirmed this afternoon. A police ... Read More
New COVID-19 molecular lab opens at NRH
The COVID-19 molecular testing laboratory at the National Referral Hospital has officially opened today. First blood samples to be tested depends on the symptomatic surveillance ... Read More
“Honiara residents must stay at home”: PM
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare All citizens of Honiara Emergency Zone are urged to adhere to the lockdown orders by staying at home during ... Read More
LOCKDOWN OPERATION COMMENCES
Honiara City in total lockdown| Photo by Charley Piringi (SIBC TV) A 36-hours total lockdown for Honiara Emergency Zone has commenced as of 6 pm ... Read More
HONIARA LOCKDOWN, NEXT WEEK
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare and People with Special need interpreter, Stella. The proposed simulation lockdown has been approved by the Cabinet and is ... Read More
Minister Seleso and Premier Suidani resolved differences
Front: Frome left to right, Malaita Provincial Premier Hon. Daniel Suidani, Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Maelanga, and Minister of Provincial Government, Hon. Rollen Seleso. ... Read More
NZ and WHO lauds the COVID-19-free Solomon Islands
From left to right: Secretary to Prime Min9ister, Dr. Jimmie Rodgers, Minister for Foreign Affairs and external trade, Hon. Jeremiah Manele, and New Zealand High ... Read More
NZ supports Gizo/Kilufi Hospitals’ upgrade work
New Zealand High Commissioner HE Georgina Roberts handing over the signed agreement to Secretary to the Prime Minister Dr. Jimmy Roggers and Foreign Affairs Minister ... Read More
UPDATED: FIVE bodies recovered from Taimareho ferry tragedy
Taimareho sea ordeal passengers |Photo: Solomon focus Five bodies have been recovered by Maritime’s Search and Rescue team today. This was confirmed by the SIMSA ... Read More
GOVERNMENT ASSURES LOCAL STUDENTS ABROAD
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare The Solomon Islands Government assured local students studying abroad and their parents, that it will do everything to ensure ... Read More
NPF to assist its members
Finance Minister Hon. Harry Kuma and SINPF bosses The Solomon Islands National Provident Fund, SINPF, has offered to assist its members as a way to ... Read More
COVID-19 suspected case tested negative
Health Minister Hon. Dickson Mua and his Permanent Secretary Pauline McNeil Of the three most recent suspected cases sent for testing in Australia, one has ... Read More
Airlines urged to close Brisbane flights
Solomon Airlines new airbus landed. Solomon Airlines has today made its last commercial flight to Brisbane, Australia, prior to a temporary close. Australian High Commission ... Read More
Honiara declared “Emergency zone”
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has declared Honiara as an emergency zone as he made a nationwide address today. ... Read More
“Close SI-International Borders”: Dr. James Ereaia
Solomon Islands Priest and doctor residing in Italy, Father Dr. James Ereai A Solomon Islands Priest residing in Italy has advised the government to immediately ... Read More
June’s by-elections might be postponed
Chief Electoral Commissioner Mose Saitala By-elections scheduled for June this year are likely to be postponed, says the Chief Electoral Officer Mose Saitala Mr. Saetala ... Read More
Government finalised ‘Price Control’ mechanism
National Parliament of Solomon Islands The National Government has finalized its ' Price fixing' mechanism to control essential goods and services in the country. This ... Read More
Airlines reduce weekly flight schedules
Newly inaugurated Solomon Airline airbus landing Our national carrier-Solomon Airlines has today reduced its weekly flights between Honiara and Brisbane, Australia. It says its existing ... Read More
Schools early closure effect as of today
Vura Community High School students Photo: Supplied The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development has today acted on the Prime Minister's nationwide call for ... Read More
Government took serious measures on preventing COVID-19
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare The Solomon Islands government has stepped up its preventative measures and preparedness plans against the deadly coronavirus. Following negative ... Read More
Locals in Canada safe from COVID-19 to date
Solomon Islands Honorary Consul General to Canada Mr. Ashwant Dwivedi Solomon Islands nationals in Canada are safe with no reported cases of Coronavirus affecting them. ... Read More
Third COVID-19 suspected case tested negative
COVID-19 Results of the third suspected Coronavirus case of Solomon Islands underwent testing in Australia this week has tested negative. The Ministry of Health and ... Read More
‘Coronavirus not here’, says Health authority
Health Minister, Hon. Dickson Mua and Health Permanent secretary, Pauline McNeil There has been no confirmed case of coronavirus in the country, says the Ministry ... Read More
Kuma denounces SIPA employees claims
Finance Minister, Hon. Harry Kuma The Minister for Finance and Treasury, Hon. Harry Kuma has denounced comments made by some workers of Solomon Islands Ports ... Read More
Landslide tragedy claimed lives, search on for missing people
Homes in Sahalu, West Guadalcanal destroyed by landslide and flooding Two people are confirmed dead and six still missing at Lambi, West Guadalcanal as a ... Read More
Aviation’s ‘Radio outreach program’ launched
The National Government through the Ministry of Communication and Aviation has launched its historic 'Outreach Radio Program' today in Honiara. Director of Communication, Ministry of ... Read More
Heavy rain warning
Flooded Lunga River A heavy rain warning has been issued for the country. The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service said the heavy rain alert is now ... Read More
‘Tribal Land Panels Bill 2019’ hearing tomorrow
Solomon Islands Parliament House The Parliamentary Bills and Legislation Committee, BLC, is set to conduct hearings into the Tribal Land Panels Bill 2019. The Parliament ... Read More
“Refrain from ‘One Link’ CBSI warns
Central Bank of Solomon Islands The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has clarified, its position on the ONE LINK PACIFICA (OLP) issue remains unchanged ... Read More
Women’s Day Celebrated
Honiara Women turn out in numbers to celebrate International Women's day |Photo: Joycelyn Taurikeni The Solomon Islands has celebrated International Women’s Day today. Janet Oge, ... Read More
Commonwealth Day Celebrated
Commonwealth Day is celebrated around the globe today. The Head of the Commonwealth, Queen Elizabeth II has sent her Commonwealth Day message over the weekend. ... Read More
‘A study found Solomon Islanders rely on traditional justice systems.’
The 'Solomon Islands Access to Justice' study has concluded that most Solomon Islanders continue to rely on traditional justice systems. Both men and women rely ... Read More
CSO’s on US$1b loan deal
Honiara based Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have condemned the proposed action of the Honourable Minister of Finance and Treasury, Mr. Harry Kuma, for attempting to ... Read More
New Ministers sworn-in
Solomon Islands Prime Ministers office Temotu Nende MP, Hon. Commins Mewa is the new Minister of Education and Human Resources Development and the MP for ... Read More
‘One Link Pacifica illegal’
CBSI Office One-Link Pacifica is a Fishing Company, not a Financial Institution, the Central Bank of Solomon Islands has this afternoon revealed. CBSI's Financial Intelligence ... Read More
CBSI Deputy Governor appointed
Raynold Micah Moveni has new Deputy Governor of Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI). Raynold Micah Moveni has been appointed at the new Deputy Governor ... Read More
Coronavirus response efforts going on well
A passenger of the quarantined Diamond Princess in port Yokohama embarking the vessel after tested negative of coronavirusPhoto credit: BBC News The National Health Emergency ... Read More
One Link Pacifica fate to be made known today
The fate of One Link Pacific - a popular money scheme in the country, will be known in a press conference today. The Central Bank's ... Read More
DPM visited Makira projects
Magoha Bridge, Central Bauro, Makira Province Deputy Prime Minister, Manasseh Maelanga has visited a number of infrastructure project sites in Central Makira recently. A Government ... Read More
Solomon Islands money politics influence voters
Money politics is a major factor that influences electoral politics in the Solomon Islands. The 2019 Solomon Islands National General Elections Observation Report, published by ... Read More
Sofu survives petition case
MP for East Kwaio, Hon. Stanley Festus Sofu |Photo by National Parliament Member of Parliament for East Kwaio, Hon. Stanley Festus Sofu has won the ... Read More
SI-Customs collected $1.08 billion in revenue
Solomon Islands Customs Comptroller, Jim Sutton during the Business-After-5 presentation The Solomon Islands Customs has collected more than $1billion dollar in the past 6 months, ... Read More
MAL to ban pork products import
Biosecurity Director Francis Tsatsia sharing ASF information to the private sectors during an information-sharing session last week. A total ban to all pork products imported ... Read More
Work on DBSI progressing well
The Government's policy to re-establish the Development Bank of the Solomon Islands has been fulfilled. A Government statement said this is apparent with the setting ... Read More
SI_Government commits to support MSG
The Solomon Islands has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the work of the Melanesian Spearhead Group Secretariat. Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Jeremiah ... Read More
Man arrested following daughter’s death
Police have arrested a 53-year-old man following the death of his 10-year-old daughter in Guadalcanal Province. The police media Unit confirms the man was arrested ... Read More
Measles vaccination center opens
National Referal Hospital The National Referral Hospital has opened a measles vaccination center for Solomon Islanders traveling overseas. The Chief Executive Officer of the NRH, ... Read More
Domestic Cable network completed
Construction of the Coral Sea Cable System and Solomon Islands Domestic Network is now complete and both will be ready for use early next year. ... Read More
New Hospital’s ‘Business case’ completes soon
National Referral Hospital There is no clear update as to where and when the relocation of the National Referral Hospital after years of project talks, ... Read More
Tina River Hydro to benefit communities
Tina River Hydro project work underway People of Malango and Bahomea in the Central Guadalcanal will soon receive some of the first benefits of the ... Read More
NHA sealed an agreement with China Scooping team
The 2023 National Hosting Authority and a Scooping Team from the People's Republic of China have exchanged minutes of the games' National Stadium today. After ... Read More
Financing agreement for Tina River Hydro project announced
The government of the Solomon Islands yesterday announced the formal completion of a financing agreement for the Tina River Hydropower Development Project. A statement from ... Read More
CDF for is all Solomon Islanders
The Democratic Coalition Government for Advancement, DCGA, further clarifies the RDCF will be dispersed for the benefit of all Solomon Islanders. The member of Parliament ... Read More
CBSI Warns against “One Link Pacifica.”
Central Bank building, Honiara CBSI warns of another pyramid scheme in Solomon Islands Honiara, Solomon Islands. The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) is strongly ... Read More
SI embarked on Taro and Cassava export
Taro farm The Solomon Islands is now embarking on exporting cassava and taro products. The Minister Foreign Affairs and External Trade-Hon Jeremiah Manele told Parliament ... Read More
New British High Commissioner to SI welcomed
His Excellency Dr. Brian Jones Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, MP has welcomed the new British High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands, His Excellency Dr. ... Read More
Hunt for escaped prisoners on
Three escaped prisoners Three inmates have escaped the Rove Correctional Centre last night but authorities are now hunting them down. Commissioner Correctional Services of Solomon ... Read More
‘No fuel bunkering laws on SI EEZ’
Hon. Mathew C. Wale, Opposition Leader The Solomon Islands does not have any legislation against fuel bunkering in its Exclusive Economic Zone. Leader of the ... Read More
Independent Group calls on PM to reconsider Caucus decision on CDF
The Leader of the Independent Group has appealed to the Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare to rescind the decision of the Caucus and allow the five ... Read More
New East Makira MP elected
MP-elect for East Makira Constituency, Lily Maefai East Makira voters have unanimously and firmly spoken in the election of their new Parliamentary representative. One of ... Read More
Parliament adjourned for next week
National Parliament Parliament is on a special adjournment to Tuesday next week. Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Maelanga moved the special adjournment saying, most Members ... Read More
Axiom failed to meet the Ministry’s conditions
Axiom group in San Jorge Island Axiom Mining Company Limited has failed to fulfilled terms and conditions set out by the Ministry of Mines, Energy ... Read More
Makira elections preparation going on well
Chief Electoral Officer Mose Saitala Preparations for the Makira Ulawa Provincial elections and East Makira Constituency by-election are progressing well. The Solomon Islands Electoral Commission ... Read More
Anti-Corruption Day to be marked next week
The 2019 International Anti-Corruption Day will be marked in Honiara on 9 December. A Government statement said the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet ... Read More
SIG & WHO committed to addressing health issues
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has reaffirmed his Government's commitment to work together with the World Health Organization (WHO) ... Read More
Sisilo, new SI High Commissioner to Australia
His Excellency Robert Sisilo, Solomon Islands High Commissioner to Australia His Excellency Mr. Robert Sisilo has been appointed as the High Commissioner-designate of the Solomon ... Read More
Miss Solomon Islands commends local support
Miss Solomon Islands, Gladys Habu welcomed home Miss Solomon Islands, Gladys Habu finally welcomed home this afternoon, at Henderson International Airport. Miss Habu, as the ... Read More
Government assured SICCI
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare and Madam Sogavare The Solomon Islands Government will continue to support the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) and ... Read More
Miss Solomon Islands, 1st runner up to Miss Samoa
Miss Solomon Islands, Gladys Habu Miss Solomon Islands, Gladys Habu was the 1st runner up of the Miss Pacific Islands 2020. Miss Solomon Islands won ... Read More
Sir David Vunagi installed as Chief Scout
Sir David Vunagi meeting Queen Elizabeth II during his recent visit to England Governor-General Sir David Vunagi has been installed as the Seventh Chief Scout ... Read More
Less support for Agriculture
Farmers in Solomon Islands| Photo Supplied. Less than one percent of agricultural households in the country have access to credit or loans for agricultural activities. ... Read More
‘RSIPF in good shape,’ says Varley
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare and outgoing Police Commissioner Matthew Varley The outgoing Royal Solomon Islands Police Commissioner Matthew Varley believes, and has described RSIPF as ... Read More
MCA working close with Munda people
Munda International Airport from the air The Ministry of Communication and Aviation is collaborating with the Dunde Council of Chiefs to resolve land issues in ... Read More
MOI exams delayed
Students of Sikaiana with their teacher during the Class lesson Poor transportation to Malaita Outer Islands has resulted in the delay to exam papers for ... Read More
‘All Constituents entitled for CDF’
Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Maellanga All constituencies in the country are entitled to the Constituency Development Funds (CDF). Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Maelanga ... Read More
Oti reminds PAC to produce the report before next sitting
Speaker of the National Parliament, Patterson Oti Speaker of the National Parliament Patterson Oti reminds the Public Accounts Committee to furnish his office with a ... Read More
Bougainville referendum vote in Honiara today
A Bougainvillean casting his ballot during the referendum vote in Honiara A vote of referendum for self-determination by the Vanuatu and Honiara based Bougainvillians has ... Read More
Tropical Cyclone Rita current for Temotu province
Cyclone Photo: Supplied. A Tropical Cyclone Warning is current for Temotu Province, confirms the Solomon Islands Meteorological Service. In its fifth warning at 4:30 pm ... Read More
Youths can support economic growth
Prince Charles at the Common Wealth Street The country's youthful population can support future economic growth once harnessed well, says His Royal Highness, Prince Charles, ... Read More
13 recognized for service during Investitures at Government House.
Sir Paul Joshua Tovua receiving the Most distinguished and Excellent Order of Saint Michael and Saint George from his Royal Highness Prince Charles, for service ... Read More
Border operations going on well
Outgoing Police Commissioner Matthew Varley Police operations at the country's common border with Bougainville is continuing. Outgoing Police Commissioner Matthew Varley confirmed at his final ... Read More
‘Corruption is our dilemma’
Governor-General Sir David Vunagi in Kohimarama last Friday It has become our common culture to accept and live with corruption and other acts of injustice ... Read More
Prince Charles joined wreath-laying ceremony
Prince Charles laying the wreath at the Commonwealth Street today. His Royal Highness, Charles, the Prince of Wales this afternoon attended a wreath laying ceremony ... Read More
Prince Charles welcomed
Prince Charles welcomed in Honiara Speaker of the National Parliament, Patteson Oti has officially welcomed His Royal Highness, Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales and ... Read More
Royal visit next weekend
Prince of Wales, Prince Charles Preparation for the visit next week by His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales, Prince Charles to the Solomon Islands ... Read More
Gender-based-Violence requires understanding
Lorah Kwanairara and Janet Hibu, Participants of FWCC Regional Training Program Women and men experiencing gender-based and sexual violence were encouraged to come out and ... Read More
Waita confident on U-17 boys
Under 17 soccer team celebrating Solomon Islands head coach and former national rep, Stanley Waita is confident his boys will compete competitively at the world ... Read More
Bougainville Referendum next month
Bougainvillean raising their provincial flag Bougainville is likely to vote for independence from Papua New Guinea in a referendum that is scheduled to begin next ... Read More
Cabinet to consider resolution for 2020 budget
Prime Ministers Office The Core Ministerial Coordinating Committee, CMCC, within the Prime Minister’s Office will bring a cabinet paper of resolutions to the Cabinet for ... Read More
Kenilorea Junior: “China First” not “Solomon First.”
Deputy Opposition Leader, Peter Kenilorea Junior Deputy Opposition Leader and Member of Parliament for East Are'Are constituency, Hon. Peter Kenilorea Jr has come out in ... Read More
Sir David Vunagi Knighted
His Excellency Sir David Vunagi shaking hands with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II after being knighted with the Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and ... Read More
Makira Provincial Government failure to support the Banana Festival ‘shameful’
Former British High commissioner to Solomon Islands Dominic Meikle John and former Makira Premier Hon. Thomas Weape opening the first Banana Festival in 2014 "Makira ... Read More
SI needs tightening foreign investment policy
Solomon Islands newly cemented bilateral relationship with the People's Republic of China rekindles the need to tighten the country's foreign investment policy. Solomon Islands has ... Read More
GG VISITED COLLEGE OF ARMS IN LONDON
Solomon Islands Coat of Arms The Governor General, His Excellency, Sir David Vunagi has appreciated the process of design and granting of Coat of Arms ... Read More
Nominations for East Makira elections open
Nomination period for candidates wishing to contest the East Makira Constituency by-election starts today, 16th October and will be closing on Wednesday, 30th October 2019. ... Read More
China to continue with CDF funding; ‘Not in Cash!’
The People's Republic of China (PRC) will continue to support the country's development projects, Rural Development Funds (CDF). This was an assurance from the Solomon ... Read More
SI recognises ‘One-China Principle.’
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare upon his return from China. The Solomon Islands Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has arrived this afternoon from a ... Read More
Chinese mining firm on Gold Ridge, a concern
Gold Ridge Mine site Recent claim by the National Government of Solomon Islands that they are not responsible for what is happening at Gold Ridge, ... Read More
DCGA to transform Agriculture sector
Banana from the Makira Banana Festival|Photo: Doris Raumae The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, MAL, today announced its 'National Consultants for Solomon Islands Agriculture and ... Read More
SI_CHINA signed MOU
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Solomon Islands' Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing|Photo: Xinhua/Yao Dawei) The Solomon Islands Government has ... Read More
Ragomo’s back!
BUCARAMANGA, COLOMBIA - SEPTEMBER 15: Elliot Ragomo #3 of the Solomon Islands reacts after scoring a goal during Group E match play between Argentina and ... Read More
Naharahau clinic closed
Naharahau shoreline The unexpected closure of Naharahau Rural Health Clinic in East Wainoni, Makira Ulawa Province does not only deny health access to area residents ... Read More
Domestic Cable network laying commenced today
Cable landing site at Honiara| Photo: Australian High Com. Office Work on the Solomon Islands Domestic Network Cable System is currently underway. The cable is ... Read More
Wale on PM’s China tour
Leaders of Parliamentary Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale Leader of Parliamentary Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale questions the Prime Minister on his pre-departure statement saying that, Solomon ... Read More
PM’s delegation in Beijing
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare meeting up with the Chinese President Xi Jinping Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, MP has arrived in Beijing for ... Read More
DBSI launching soon
Animation of the full fluttering national flag of Solomon Islands isolated on white The Development Bank of Solomon Islands, DBSI, Interim Board has set 2nd ... Read More
SI Consulate General Office in Brisbane opened
SI Foreign Affairs Minister Jeremiah Manele opened new Consular office in Brisbane The Government has opened its Consulate General Office in Brisbane last Friday - ... Read More
ADB support Pacific Disaster Resilience Program.
The abandoned Awaha Island, Lord Howe atoll, Solomon Islands The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved 24-million dollars in contingent disaster financing for the second ... Read More
PM’s delegation to Beijing
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, MP has left the country this morning for the People’s Republic of China ... Read More
AXIOM SUES GOVERNMENT
Axiom Mining Limited has began litigation at the High Court over the government's handling of its export permit application. Axiom General Manager, Dr. Phil Tagini ... Read More
IVLP program open
One of the beneficiaries of IVLP program (left) and US Ambassador to PNG Vanuatu and Solomon Islands, Catherine Ebert-Grey Emerging leaders and mid-career professionals in ... Read More
‘Government House do not refused PRC’s credential presentation’
Solomon Islands Governor General the Rt. Rev. Bishop Vunagi Government House has not refused to hold a credential presentation ceremony by the new Ambassador of ... Read More
Solympic booked a rematch with New Zealand
Solympics Team celebrated after yesterday's 1-0 victory over Vanuatu.PHOTO: SIFF Media The Solomon Islands Men's Solympic team has booked a rematch with New Zealand in ... Read More
Maelanga calls on Wale to stop using Malaitans as propaganda tool
East Malaita MP and Minister of Infrastructure Development, Manasseh Maelanga East Malaita MP and Minister of Infrastructure Development, Manasseh Maelanga has accused the Leader of ... Read More
Banana Festival sets for next weekend
2015 Banana queens on a float parade The Makira Banana Festival is set for next weekend, confirms Chairlady of the local organising committee, Mrs. Aukeni ... Read More
International Cable system final splice
Photo: Coral Sea Cable System The final splice of the Coral Sea Cable System between Australia, Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands has been completed ... Read More
New Ministers sworn-in
Three new Government Ministers have taken their Oath of Office at the Government House today. This followed the latest terminations made by Prime Minister Manasseh ... Read More
Engineering procurement for Tina Hydro power project signed
An Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract was signed in Honiara today concerning the Tina River Hydro Power project. A statement from Tina Hydropower Limited ... Read More
Medical officers strike threat
Medical staff on duty at the National Referral Hospital The Solomon Islands Medical Association has issued a dialogue notice of twenty-eight days' for industrial action ... Read More
Tran: “PM don’t make decisions alone”
Chairman of the Government Caucus, and West Honiara MP Hon. Namson Tran Chairman of the Government Caucus, Namson Tran, said it is a misunderstanding that ... Read More
SI working towards graduating from LDC’s
Solomon Islands Foreign Affairs Minister during his UNGA address in New York Solomon Islands is working towards a smooth transition strategy to graduate from the ... Read More
Hou’s actions betrays cabinet decision
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has acknowledged the contributions made by Hon. Rick Houenipwela as a national leader and senior Cabinet Minister of the Democratic Coalition ... Read More
Two new ministers sworn in to replace axed ministers
MP for Fataleka Constituency, Rex Ramofafia, new Minister for the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination. The Governor General, His Excellency, the Right Reverend ... Read More
Manele in New York for UNGA
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Hon. Jeremiah Manele Foreign Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele has arrived in New York today ahead of the United Nations ... Read More
100 days policy achieved a lot
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare The Democratic Coalition Government for Advancement (DCGA) has achieved a lot in the resources sector according to its ... Read More
Wale calls for investigation of bribery attempt
Leader of the Parliamentary Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale calls on the Commissioner of Police and the Chairman of ... Read More
New tourism trails launched
Counsellor Andrew Schloeffel of Australia and Permanent Secretary (PS) for the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Andrew Nihopara The Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT) ... Read More
Suidani rejects bribery attempt
Malaita Premier, Hon. Daniel Suidani Malaita Premier, Hon. Daniel Suidani has confirmed an attempt by government officials to lure his support for the China diplomatic ... Read More
Singaporean firm for Infrastructure Development here
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) has engaged a Singaporean-based firm to design and supervise the construction of selected roads and wharves in the country. ... Read More
FRC Chair calls for public submission of inquiry into the question of severing ROC
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Relations is again calling for submissions from the public as part of its inquiry into the question of severing ... Read More
Panga: ‘A freeman’
Former Guadalcanal Premier, Steven Panga. Former Premier of Guadalcanal Province, Stephen Panga has worked out of the Honiara Central Magistrates Court a free man this ... Read More
Ete Commends ROC for taking care of local students
Acting Opposition Leader and Member of Parliament for East Honiara, Hon. Douglas Ete acknowledges the good will gesture given to our students, from the government ... Read More
Million dollars kwila consignment seized
Forestry officer inspecting the kwila consignment The Ministry of Forestry and Research has seized 20 containers of round log Kwila at the Solomon Ports Containers ... Read More
Taiwan Left Solomon Islands
Former bilateral partner, Republic of China, Taiwan closed down its embassy in the Solomon Islands as of today. Taiwan President, Tsai Ing-wen issued a statement ... Read More
Taiwan delegation visits here tomorrow
A high-level delegation from the Republic of China (Taiwan's) Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) will arrive in the country tomorrow. The Taiwanese Embassy in Honiara ... Read More
Anglican Church has new Arch Bishop
<!-- wp:gallery {"ids":} --> Newly enthroned, Arch Bishop of Anglican Church of Melanesia, Rev. Bishop Leonard Dawea The Anglican Church of Central Melanesia has today ... Read More
Taiwan denies engaging in “Bipartisan Task Force”
The Government's 'Bipartisan Task Force' report on ROC, Taiwan and mainland China has faced criticisms. Among the first to comment on the Bipartisan Task Force ... Read More
Landslide claimed life in Malaita
Landslide in SOuth Malaita. Photo by Solomon Star News paper At least one life has been claimed by a landslide that took the villagers of ... Read More
Parliament on Special Adjournment
Parliament stand on special adjournment The National Parliament is on Special Adjournment till 18th November 2019. Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare explains in Parliament this morning, ... Read More
New nurses to join the workforce
Nurses Graduated from SINU last year Seventy-five new Registered Nurses will be recruited next month to replace the over 20 experienced nurses who left the ... Read More
US to develop Bina Harbour Project
US Ambassador to Vanuatu, PNG and Solomon Islands, Catherine Abert-Grey The world's premier international development agency, USAID, has indicated its interest to develop one of ... Read More
PM appreciates tax reforms
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has appreciated the move for a legislative tax reform saying, the government is open to ... Read More
Aus High Com refuted Island Sun report
The Australian High Commission in Honiara has described an article published in yesterday's issue of the Island Sun newspaper as "incorrect". The article titled 'Australia ... Read More
Strong wind warning
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service still maintains its strong wind warning for most waters of the country. It says, Strong Wind Number 15 is current ... Read More
US Committed to support SI
PNG Based US Ambassador to PNG, Vanuatu, and Solomon Islands Her Excellency Catherine Ebert- Gray The United States is committed to provide assistance to the ... Read More
PM launched Solomon Ports CCTV
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare (Center) with Ports officers, and guests during the launching of CCTV surveillance system. The Solomon Islands Ports Authority now branded as ... Read More
WALE ON WEST PAPUA ISSUE
From left to right: Hon Derrick Manuari, Hon Matthew Wale, and Fr. John Patterson . Solomon Islands must stand in solidarity with West Papua, and ... Read More
Kenilorea Junior on Legal Minimum Wage
United Party President, Peter Kenilorea Junior While acknowledging the 100 percent increase of the previous 4 dollars legal minimum wage rate to 8 dollars this ... Read More
FRC Severing process of ROC, tomorrow
Foreign Relations Committee Chairman, Peter Kenilorea Junior The Foreign Relations Committee (FRC) will be sitting in the next two days starting tomorrow, Wednesday September 4, ... Read More
FRC Chair vs PM on severing Taiwan
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has described as "absurd" the statement made by Chair of the Parliamentary Foreign Relations Committee ... Read More
Climate change affected islanders seeking refuge
Grave site in Lord Howe Atoll slowly diminishing into the ocean. Residents of Luaniua and Pelau in the Malaita Outer- Islands could be the country's ... Read More
‘Healthcare costly without CT-Scan’
A fully operational Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Imaging project will help save funds and address healthcare equity issues in the country. Head of Medical Imaging ... Read More
TSI on 100 days policies
Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) has urged the Manasseh Sogavare-led government to inform the country on the progress and achievements of its 100 days policy program. ... Read More
INDONESIA TO FUND FUTSAL STADIUM
Photo: Supplied OFC Media. Grants to build a Futsal Stadium will be released this year ahead of the 2023 Pacific Games. A Government statement said ... Read More
SUBMARINE CABLE LANDED IN SYDNEY
Landing of the Coral Sea telecommunications cable in Sydney on Wednesday this week has marked an important milestone in the continued strengthening of ties between ... Read More
PNG addressing Visa issues
Papua New Guinea Government is committed in working to address the visa issue facing Solomon Islands students studying in PNG. Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare told ... Read More
ROC proud to support SI
ROC support to the rural West Guadalcanal The Republic of China on Taiwan is proud to stand shoulder to shoulder next to the Solomon Islands ... Read More
Fake Tubi export deregulation document
The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change Disaster Management and Meteorology has denied claims of a document that deregulates the export of Tubi in the country. ... Read More
Bilikiki to take on Italy
Bilikiki back again for World Cup Tourney. Photo Credits: SIFF media. The Solomon Islands National Beach Soccer team, Bilikiki is set to take on Italy ... Read More
Joint Border Committee Meeting
A joint border committee meeting has started in Gizo, Western province today. Held between government agencies of Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea, the talks ... Read More
SI_TAIWAN_CHINA SAGA INQUIRY
The Parliamentary Foreign Relations Committee (FRC) has recently endorsed an inquiry into the ongoing saga by the executive arm of government of a possible severance ... Read More
SOGA ON TAIWAN_CHINA ISSUE
"The ability of the country to cope, with the overbearing economic power, must be properly analysed to be inline with the experiences of developing countries ... Read More
MP’s Pay hike
Members of the 11th Parliament have been given a huge increase in their annual salaries, the Parliamentary Entitlements Commission (PEC) confirms. A daily paper reports, ... Read More
Prime Minister Manele launches the National Security Strategy 2025
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele today officially launched the National Security Strategy 2025 in Honiara marking the beginning of a renewed effort to strengthen the ... Read More
Coaches and captains face the media ahead of OFC Men’s Champions League 2025 kick off in Solomon Islands this weekend
As the OFC Men's Champions League prepares to get underway in Honiara this weekend, history has already been written. Amongst the eight head coaches attending ... Read More
Fisheries Ministry investigates illegal harvesting of beche-de-mer
By Alfred Pagepitu The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources is investigating reports of illegal harvesting of beche-de-mer in certain parts of the country. This ... Read More
H.E. Kaul concludes tenure as Papua New Guinea High Commissioner to Solomon Islands
Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Hon. Jeremiah Manele has officially bid farewell to His Excellency (H.E) Moses Kaul, the High Commissioner of Papua New Guinea ... Read More
Creative workshop dealing with environmental pollution underway in Auki
A three-day workshop aiming to empower 30 young students from Auki's surrounding communities in Malaita to creatively engage with environmental issues. Facilitated by Dreamcast Theatre ... Read More
Additional Financing for the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project Became Effective
The Solomon Islands Government has officially received from the World Bank the Declaration of Effectiveness for the Additional Financing for the Second Solomon Islands Roads ... Read More
Waste management champion, Bethalyn Kelly leads young people’s effort on waste management and recycling in Solomon Islands
By Simon Tavake “Careless waste disposal remains a major challenge, and changing how people think is key if individuals don't recognize the importance of proper ... Read More