Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele today reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to law and order and national stability during the commissioning parade of Police Commissioner Ian Vaevaso at the Rove Parade Ground.
Two senior government officials from the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet attended a workshop on Development of New Quality Productive Forces for Developing Countries in China from 13 to 24 April 2026.
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) has arrested a male suspect following the confiscation of about 1 kilogram of methamphetamine sent through posted mail recently. RSIPF Commissioner Mr.
By Alfred Pagepitu Member of Parliament for South New Georgia Rendova and Tetepare, David Gina, has confirmed he remains in government and continues to serve as Minister for Rural Development (MRD) amid online speculation. Mr Gina told SIBC News there have been no changes to his position.
By Jimmy Nolan The Koriovuku community in Western Province has received much-needed food supplies, nearly three weeks after Tropical Cyclone Maila. The relief assistance was delivered on Sunday by the vessel Nakita, coordinated by the Western Provincial Disaster Operations Committee (PDOC).
By Chris Alex/HCC statement The Honiara City Council (HCC) has confirmed that no increase in bus fares has been approved, despite growing concerns over rising fuel prices. Speaking to SIBC News, HCC Communications Officer Chrishapert Ha’arabe said the current gazetted fares remain unchanged.
By Alfred Pagepitu Assessment teams are now being deployed across Western Province to determine the extent of damage and guide ongoing recovery efforts.
Opposition Leader Hon. Matthew Wale has launched a blistering attack on the Government saying the fuel tax exemption exposes a system of favouritism, incompetence and backroom dealing. “Let’s be clear, you don’t ‘accidentally’ sign away millions in tax revenue. This was not a mistake.
The Solomon Islands Government, through the Ministry of Finance and Treasury, received a USD 500,000 payout from the Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC) following the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Maila. The payout was officially presented by PCRIC CEO Aholotu Palu to the Hon.
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has welcomed a major nationwide initiative by the Seventh-day Adventist Church (SDA) aimed at promoting peace, unity and community wellbeing across Solomon Islands, while complementing Government’s efforts in national development.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD) initial assessment of areas affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila in Western Province, confirmed extensive and widespread damage to agricultural livelihoods across coastal communities.
The governments of Solomon Islands and Australia warmly welcomed home 24 Australia Awards scholars at a reception held at the Australian High Commissioner’s residence in Honiara in April, celebrating their academic achievements and their contribution to Solomon Islands’ future.
By Alfred Pagepitu The Western Provincial Disaster Committee (PDC) has enlisted MV Nikita as one of the vessels helping to deliver relief supplies to cyclone-affected communities in South Ranonga.
The Government has confirmed a fuel price increase announced today by the Price Advisory Committee (PAC), with new prices taking effect immediately. The adjustment reflects a sharp rise in the price paid by our two fuel importers – SPOL and Markwarth Oil since the beginning of March 2026 as a…
The Honiara City Council on Monday, handed over 541 bags of rice to the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) to support communities facing difficult times. The food supply, valued at $45,000 SBD, is part of the Council’s ongoing effort to assist families affected by current challenges.
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) Senior Executive Management Team, led by Permanent Secretary Mrs. Pauline McNeil, on Thursday 16th April visited the Kilu’ufi Improvement Project site as part of a final inspection ahead of the official handover ceremony scheduled for June 2026.
Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele, has concluded his solidarity visit to Western and Choiseul Provinces, following engagements with provincial leaders and communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila.
Efforts to improve public transport in Honiara are continuing. The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) and Honiara City Council (HCC), together with the Advisor for Capacity Improvement of Urban Transport Management in Honiara—a Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)-led project—are…
The People’s Republic of China (PRC) handed over to the National Disaster Management Office an amount of 500,000 SBD in humanitarian assistance to the Solomon Islands to support relief efforts following the devastation caused by Tropical Cyclone Maila.
The 28-member coalition has denounced the desperate and shameless attempts by GNUT to cling to power by offering huge money to Opposition MPs to join the government.
