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Young Georgina Weaving Her Way to Education

By Mary Manelegua In Telina Village, Marovo Lagoon, Western Province, eight-year-old Georgina Anizama is weaving more than just traditional hand fans; she’s weaving her own future. Georgina learned the craft from her mother and now uses her skills to pay for her education.

19 Nov 2025

Japan
“I Dig a Dream” Performers Captivate World Expo Crowd with Powerful Ocean Conservation Message
OSAKA, Japan, 3rd October 2025: The Solomon Islands’ “I Dig a Dream” Theatre Performance group has wowed audiences at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, with a series of captivating performances blending culture and theatre to raise awareness about ocean conservation.
3 Oct 2025
Anniversaries
Prime Minister officially opens 2025 National Trade Fair
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele today officially opened the 2025 National Trade Fair, describing it as a vital platform for economic growth, community empowerment, and rebuilding national pride.
2 Jul 2025
FestPAC closes with fond memories and call to preserve Pacific Arts and Cultures
The Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC 2024) ended in Honolulu, Hawaii after 11 days for arts and cultural celebrations fostering fond memories of the event and a huge challenge to preserve Pacific Arts and Cultures from erosion.
17 Jun 2024
Performers put on another electrifying show in Waikiki
Solomon Islands continue to shine at the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) in Honolulu, Hawaii this week as dancers and musicians put another electrifying show at Waikiki Beach Walk area on day six of the festival.
13 Jun 2024
Culture
Solo rocks FestPAC crowd on day five
Solomon Islands bands and dancers have rocked the crowd at the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) on day five, stamping another extra-ordinary history for the country at the main festival village in Honolulu, Hawaii this week.
11 Jun 2024
Solomon Officials witness unveiling of 50-year old FestPAC History
Solomon Islands Officials have attended the unveiling of the PILINA Exhibition over the weekend as part of the Pacific crusade to safeguard pacific cultures from erosion.
11 Jun 2024
Artists
Solomon’s arts and crafts fascinate FestPAC visitors
Solomon Islands traditional and contemporary arts and craft displays have captivated the hearts and curiosity of festival visitors heralding the originality, creativity and uniqueness of our arts industry.
10 Jun 2024
Minister Choylin Douglas attends 7th Culture Ministers Meeting ahead of FestPAC
Solomon Islands first-ever female Minister for Culture and Tourism Hon. Choylin Douglas is representing the Government at the 7th Pacific Ministers for Culture Meeting this week ahead of the opening of Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) in Hawaii.
5 Jun 2024
Festivals
MCT commends SIG, SPC and US for enabling Solomons FestPAC participation
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism has commended the joint financial support by the Solomon Islands Government and the US Government through the Secretariat of the Pacific Community that enabled the country’s participation at this year’s Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture in Hawaii this month.
3 Jun 2024
Culture
Solomons FestPAC delegates begin leaving for Hawaii
The first of 36 participants of the Solomon Islands contingent to the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture began leaving for Hawaii on Saturday 1st June via Fiji.
1 Jun 2024
Culture
Eighty-Five to represent Solomon Islands at Hawaii FestPAC
An eighty-five-member delegation of arts and cultural practitioners will represent Solomon Islands at the upcoming 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) in Hawaii , United States of America next month.
30 May 2024
Media
Dreamcast works on developing TV show for children
Young writers at Dreamcast, a Honiara-based arts and social change enterprise, participated in a writing workshop at Honiara hotel, last week. In partnership with Plan International Australia, the group is developing a Children’s Television (TV) Show under the second phase of the “Story Time and…
29 Jan 2024
Temotu Province’s Nende Dance Association: Performing Traditional and Unity Song
By Lynton A. Filia Temotu province’s Nende Dance Association in the Solomon Islands has showcased a remarkable cultural dance and theme song to bid farewell to the participants of the 17th Pacific Games, yesterday at the National Arts Gallery grounds.
1 Dec 2023
Marovo Carvers Encounter Visibility and Lighting Challenges at Umi Wan Fest
By Lynton A. Filia More than ten skilled artisans from the Marovo Lagoon in the Western Province have joined in Honiara for the Umi Wan Festival, an integral element of the 17th Pacific Games, to exhibit their remarkable carvings at the National Arts Gallery grounds.
23 Nov 2023
A Tale of Artistic Talent and Financial Struggle: SINU’s Panatina village
Amidst the vibrant displays of arts, crafts, and culinary delights at the Solomon Islands National University’s Panatina village, a contrasting narrative unfolds: that of women entrepreneurs grappling with the financial implications of their participation.
22 Nov 2023
2023 Pacific Games
Face painting draws attention at 2023 Pacific Games opening ceremony
While 10,000 witnessed the official opening ceremony on Sunday, thousands more watched from the National Stadium’s outer corners. SIBC News caught up with the Nokia Boys from Gilbert camp, who were painting faces outside the stadium, attracting local fans who joined in on the face painting.
21 Nov 2023
Uncategorized
Celebrating Culture Through Art: Jennie Tagini Prepares to Showcase Art at the Pacific Games
Excitement is building for the 17th Pacific Games, and amidst the preparations, a talented artist, Jennie Tagini, is poised to unveil the captivating cultural stories of the Solomon Islands through her artwork.
13 Nov 2023
Artists
Dreamcast and photographers to host ‘first of its kind’ virtual exhibition
Dreamcast Theatre Solomon Islands and One More Shot (#OMS) will host a virtual photo exhibition, a first of its kind online showcasing in the country. The exhibition is designed to build human rights advocacy through thought-provoking local content for the public and effect active citizenship among…
11 Apr 2022
Airlines
GOVERNMENT LAUNCHED DOMESTIC TRAVEL BUBBLE POLICY
The Domestic Tourism Bubble (DTB) Policy or Iumi Tugeda Holiday packages have been finally launched in line with the “Tourism in Focus 2021″ under the theme “Re-define, Re-adjust and Re-align.” Speaking during the launching today, Minister for Culture and Tourism Bartholomew Parapolo said, the…
26 Feb 2021