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PM WALE APOLOGISES TO GUADALCANAL

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.

7 Aug 2026

Rural Development
$1.5M PROJECT SUPPORT FOR NORTH EAST GUADALCANAL CONSTITUENCY
The People’s Republic of China, in partnership with the Ministry of Rural Development (MRD), on 18 December 2025, officially handed over project support valued at $1.5 million to the North East Guadalcanal Constituency (NEGC).
14 Jan 2026
Culture
Gaena’alu People Mark Moro Day
By IAN KAUKUI The Gaena’alu people of Guadalcanal on Friday marked 19 years since the passing of the Moro Movement founder, the late Chief Moro Pelise, at Turarana in Central Guadalcanal.
26 Oct 2025
Agriculture
Cocoa grower calls on MAL to visit Rural Famers
By Jimmy Nolan Local Cocoa farmers in Babanakira, West Guadalcanal have appealed to the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to conduct regular field visits to provide skills training on how to improve the quality of their cocoa beans.
15 Aug 2025
Gold Ridge Mine
Prime Minister Manele: Goldridge Expansion Marks a New Era for Solomon Islands
Wednesday 13 August 2025, Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Solomon Islands is entering a new era of economic opportunity as the Gold ridge Mine Processing Plant Expansion Project promises to deliver significant benefits for the nation’s economy, landowners, and communities.
14 Aug 2025
Premier Atu calls on HCC and vendors to respect farmers
The Premier of Guadalcanal Province, Hon. Willie Atu is urging the Honiara City Council ( HCC) and vendors at the Central Market to respect Guadalcanal Farmers. Premier Atu made the call in his official speech for the Guadalcanal Province 41st Second Appointed Day.
3 Aug 2025
Elections
Hon. Garu calls for unity for West Guadalcanal
By Jimmy Nolan The Newly elected Member of Parliament for West Guadalcanal Constituency, Hon. Mary Garu, has called on her constituents to work together for the greater good of the constituency. Speaking to local media for the first time since her election, Hon.
10 Jun 2025
Rural Development
NORTH GUADALCANAL SET TO LAUNCH GREEN ECONOMIC ZONES
By Eliza Kukutu North Guadalcanal Constituency will be launching its 12 Green Economic Zones (GEZ) on Wednesday this week at its temporary site in North Guadalcanal. The launching will see the handing over of 12 tractors to boost agricultural development and food security in the region.
2 Jun 2025
Elections
By-Election for Paripao Ward and West Guadalcanal Constituency Set to Cost Around SBD3.5 Million Dollars
By Sharon Nanau The upcoming By-Elections for Paripao Ward and West Guadalcanal Constituency are estimated to cost around SBD3.5 million dollars. Solomon Islands Electoral Commission CEO Jasper Highwood Anisi told SIBC news in an interview.
4 Apr 2025
Provincial Governments
GP set to deliberate on its 2025-2026 budget
By Alfred Pagepitu The Guadalcanal Provincial Assembly will deliberate on its 2025-2026 budget tomorrow, Wednesday 26 March 2025. Deliberation on the budget was adjourned today after the statement of Guadalcanal business from the Premier, Willie Atu and an opening remark from the speaker, Peter…
25 Mar 2025
Guadalcanal Health Workers End Sit-In Protest After Provincial Government Commits to Resolving 2018 Demands
By Sharon Nanau Guadalcanal Province Premier, Hon. Willie Atu said the sit-in protest held by Guadalcanal health workers on Monday is illegal. The sit-in protest was held following claims that a log of demands filed in 2018 remains unresolved by previous provincial governments. Hon.
31 Jan 2025
Education
Numbu CHS receives new classroom building from Japan
Numbu Community High School in North East Guadalcanal officially received its newly built two-story classroom building from the Japanese Embassy today. The building was funded through Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots and Human Security Projects (GGP), costing more than 600,000 SBD.
15 Nov 2024
Government
Ministry of Home Affairs and Guadalcanal Province progress discussion on G-Province Sporting Facility
The Ministry of Home Affairs and Guadalcanal Province have progressed their discussion on the proposed sports facility earmarked for the province. On Friday, October 11th, 2024, officials from the respective offices met to further the discussion about the proposed site and other initial but key…
21 Oct 2024
Tina Hydro Project
Women in Central Guadalcanal celebrates “World Food Day”.
Women in Bahomea, Malatoha and Belaha in Central Guadalcanal celebrated the ” World Food Day” at the Garivera Park yesterday. The event was part of a two-day program which started on Tuesday with the commemoration of the “International Day of Rural Women.” The celebration saw many activities…
17 Oct 2024
CITREC
East Central Guadalcanal Signed Agreement with Canadian International Training & Education Corp
The East Central Guadalcanal Constituency has created history by choosing a path that will equip its constituents with Canadian standard education, training and opportunity for labour mobility.
22 Aug 2024
Provincial Governments
Guadalcanal Celebrates 40th Second Appointed Day
The Guadalcanal Provincial Government (GPG) hosted a ceremony to mark Guadalcanal’s 40th Second Appointed Day at the DC Park yesterday. The event saw the attendance of the Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele as the guest of honour including government officials and the public.
2 Aug 2024
Provincial Governments
Premier Atu focuses on improving revenue to enhance service delivery
By Simon Tavake The Guadalcanal Provincial Government, led by Premier Hon. Willie Atu, aims to improve the province’s revenue. Premier Atu said that better revenue collection is crucial for providing services to the wards and communities.
24 May 2024
Elections
Guadalcanal Leading Duo Takes Up National Duties
By Simon Tavake In a significant move that highlights their rising influence in Solomon Islands politics, Guadalcanal’s leading duo has transitioned from provincial leadership to taking up new roles on the national stage.
26 Apr 2024
Education
Ilia CHS and Turarana CHS took Ownership of New School Infrastructures
Illia Community High School in East Honiara and Turarana Community High School in Central Guadalcanal on Wednesday 28, February and Friday 1, March took ownership of their new school infrastructures that will improve access to quality education.
4 Mar 2024
Waste Management
PREMIER SADE URGES PUBLIC TO BE RESPONSIBLE WITH WASTE DISPOSAL
Premier of Guadalcanal Province, Hon. Francis Sade has called on the public to be responsible with their waste disposal management. Hon. Sade made the call following reports of illegal rubbish dumping along the Northwest Guadalcanal Road. Speaking to SIBC in an interview, Hon.
11 Jun 2023