PRIME Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has urged the need for reforms to strengthen the autonomy of Solomon Islands’ Parliament. The Prime Minister highlighted during a meeting with UNDP international consultant Dr John Patterson, who is supporting work on a new strategy for Parliament.
PRIME Minister Hon. Matthew Wale says there will be ‘no more secrecy’ on agreements that bind the nation. At the same time, he announced a review of the security agreement with China has commenced, calling on the Leader of Opposition to support the review.
Honiara, Solomon Islands – South Guadalcanal MP Hon. Rollen Seleso has welcomed the Government’s proposal for a Sovereign Wealth Fund but says the framework must guarantee legally enforceable benefits for customary landowners and provinces. Hon.
By Eliza Kukutu The government, through the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration, has reaffirmed its commitment to placing Indigenous Solomon Islanders at the centre of the country’s economic development.
By Andrianah Kole Participants in the Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Programme (Cohort 8) have been recognised after completing a leadership development course designed to prepare women for executive and board leadership positions.
By Eliza Kukutu Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has apologized to the people of Guadalcanal for not attending the province’s recent Second Appointed Day celebrations. Guadalcanal Premier Hon.
More Solomon Islanders will have access to HIV prevention, testing and treatment services under expanded support for the national response to HIV and communicable diseases.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD) will deploy agricultural officers to all 50 constituencies, marking a historic first in Solomon Islands’ history and demonstrating the GREAT Coalition Government’s commitment to bringing agricultural services closer to rural communities.
PRIME Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the One China policy. Speaking in Parliament today, Prime Minister Wale emphasised its importance as the foundation of Solomon Islands’ relations with the People’s Republic of China.
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Drone Support Unit (DSU) Officer-in-Charge Sergeant (Sgt) Moli Puiaraha and Police Constable (PC) Christopher Walerefoa have been selected to deploy with the Pacific Police Support Group (PPSG) in support of security operations for the upcoming Pacific…
The Babatana Rainforest Conservation Project has yet another protected area under its fold as the Lukulobere Tribe celebrates the official declaration of 563 hectares of forest this week. The declaration event was held in Honiara on 29 July, with a community event in Choiseul to follow.
HONIARA, SOLOMON ISLANDS – The Leader of the Independent Group in Parliament, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka, today called for a fundamental overhaul of how salaries and remuneration are determined across the public sector, saying the current debate over Members of Parliament’s salary increase should be…
By Alfred Pagepitu A United States assessment team is expected to visit Solomon Islands by the end of August as the Government moves to advance the Bina Industrial Development Project into its next phase in Malaita Province.
Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) confirms that at approximately 00:45 AM on 27 July 2026, a localized slope movement occurred at the northwest edge of Open Pit 1. Prior to the incident, GRML had already implemented precautionary safety measures, including restricted access and exclusion zones.
By Andrianah Kole The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD) yesterday received a donation of agricultural tools from the New Zealand High Commission to support ongoing recovery efforts for communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila.
By Andreana Kole The Central Islands Province celebrated its 45th Second Appointed Day on 29 June 2026 under the theme, “Empowering Transformations, Resourcing our Future.” The historic event was held in the provincial capital, Tulagi and brought together national and provincial leaders, government…
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), in a statement today, wishes to remind Honiara road users about the ongoing roadworks happening along Mendana Avenue (Heritage Park Roundabout to Honiara City Council Roundabout).
By Agnes Menanopo The country’s legal minimum wage is currently under review, with the Labour Division conducting surveys across all provinces. Surveys in Honiara are scheduled to take place this month.
The Parliamentary Opposition Group has welcomed the announcement of SBD 200 million (AUD 35 million) in direct budgetary support from the Australian Government and has called on the GREAT Government to ensure the funds are spent wisely, managed transparently, and directed toward the needs of…
By Agnes Menanopo The International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration (MCILI), has commenced a three-day workshop on Minimum Wage Setting for government agencies, private sector representatives, and employers at the Heritage…
