Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) is deeply concerned about mounting evidence linking extractive sector activities, particularly large-scale logging operations, with the exploitation of vulnerable women and children in rural communities across Solomon Islands.
By Chris Alex The New Zealand High Commission and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have celebrated with four community service organisations in Solomon Islands that were awarded climate resilience grants under the Governance for Resilience (Gov4Res) Small Grants Initiative (SGI).
By Alfred Pagepitu The national government through the ministry of health and medical services held a ground breaking ceremony in Taro, Choiseul province yesterday to start working on the Taro Hospital Rehabilitation Project.
Road improvement works within Honiara City, involving the sealing of the Mendana Avenue road section from Heritage Park Hotel to City Council, will soon commence under the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project (LMCP).
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele, speaking in his capacity as Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, has called for Pacific-led solutions to advance investment and security partnerships as the Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security and Shared Prosperity Summit concluded in Honolulu.
By Alfred Pagepitu The People’s Republic of China has pledged to strengthen cooperation with the Solomon Islands in combating drug related crimes. Deputy Commissioner of the Chinese Police Liaison Team (CPLT), Kang Guan, made the statement during an inquiry into the Dangerous Drug (Amendment) Bill…
Pacific Towing (PacTow), a leading provider of marine services in the Pacific region, has significantly enhanced its towage capability in the Solomon Islands with the return of Tug Kavachi following a major dry-docking and refurbishment program in Singapore valued at SBD 8 million.
By Chris Alex The Worldwide Fund (WWF) for Nature Pacific Solomon Islands Programme Office held a small grant proposal writing workshop for the Pienuna Community Association (PCA) on Ranonga island in the Western province.
Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has slammed authorities for disregarding copen in the dangerous substance list as an amendment under the Dangerous Drug (Amendment) Bill 2025.
By Alfred Pagepitu The Honiara-based Lauru community of Choiseul Province gathered today at the National Museum Auditorium in Honiara for a “Hard Talk” program ahead of the province’s 35th Second Appointed Day anniversary on 25th February in Honiara.
Local farmers in Gwaonaoa village in West Kwara’ae, Malaita Province are relishing the opportunity to operate their own agribusiness. For the past years, villagers there have been involved in the production and rearing of pigs where each family has their own pig housing and sells to surrounding…
The National Government has formally appointed members of the National Taskforce to spearhead preparations for the Solomon Islands’ 50th Independence Anniversary in 2028.
The Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security and Shared Prosperity Summit commenced today at the East-West Center in Honolulu, bringing Pacific leaders together to advance regional investment and security cooperation that will directly support the livelihoods and well-being of Pacific communities.
By Chris Alex The United Church Women’s Fellowship of the Java Circuit officially launched its 2026 program at Pusiju community in Western Province on Thursday, 19 February. The event brought together 65 women leaders from eight communities across North Vella la Vella Island.
The Solomon Islands is poised to usher in a new chapter of partnership with the Kingdom of Sweden as Acting Prime Minister Hon. Frederick Kologeto today, received a courtesy call from Her Excellency Marina Berg, Sweden’s newly accredited Ambassador to Solomon Islands.
British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands and Nauru, His Excellency Paul Turner highlighted the need for a new Independent Energy Regulator in Solomon Islands at a National Stakeholder Workshop on Energy Reform this week.
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP, is travelling to Honolulu, Hawai’i to attend the Pacific Islands–United States Investment Summit on 23–24 February 2026. The summit will provide an opportunity for Solomon Islands to engage with U.S.
Construction of the new KiraKira Wharf is progressing well, with works now at an advanced stage. Implemented under the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project (LMCP), this Solomon Islands Government project, with assistance from the Asian Development Bank, represents a significant investment in…
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele received a courtesy visit from His Excellency Hamizan Hashim, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Papua New Guinea accredited to Solomon Islands.
By Alfred Pagepitu Guadalcanal’s health authorities have put clinics across the province on high alert following nearly two months of continuous heavy rainfall, stepping up preparations to prevent disease outbreaks in flood-affected communities.
