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What more can we do to protect our local communities, especially our children, from the widening scourge of narcotics and their importation into Solomon Islands? Illicit drugs and transnational organised crime have become such a significant regional threat that on 19 May, the first-ever Pacific Police Ministers’ Meeting will be…
Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Jeremiah Manele was removed from office today, Thursday, May 7, 2026, following a decisive vote of no confidence in the National Parliament, in a day of intense political drama. The motion, which brought a close to months of political deadlock and a seven-week stand-off, passed…
Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Jeremiah Manele MP has described the media’s role as a “vital bridge” in the Pacific nation’s democracy, stating that editorial independence remains a priority for his Government For National Unity & Transformation GNUT) administration. Mr Manele made the remarks when speaking at the World Press…
by Ednal Palmer Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has signaled his intention to step down, acknowledging that he is prepared to resign on the floor of Parliament if he no longer commands majority support. Speaking at a press conference this afternoon, Manele said he intends to deliver a formal statement before…
Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Jeremiah Manele MP has officially committed to convening Parliament and facing a looming vote of no confidence following a decisive ruling by the country’s Court of Appeal on Friday. This marks the conclusion of a weeks-long legal deadlock that has gripped the Pacific nation. In…
by Ofani Eremae Attorney-General John Muria Jnr’s legal challenge suffered a crushing defeat today after the Court of Appeal threw out all 39 grounds of his appeal and ordered Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele to convene Parliament within days. “I am disappointed,” Muria told reporters after the ruling was delivered before…
by Ofani Eremae A High Court judge yesterday dismissed attempts by the Government to reclaim Lever Solomons Ltd-held land in the Alligator-Tenaru area, east of Honiara. Justice Gina Nott made the ruling after Lever Solomons Ltd (LSL) challenged the Government’s attempts to seize the land through forfeiture and compulsory acquisition.…
By Tom Smith Honiara Let’s stop pretending this is a one-off mistake. It isn’t. This latest scandal is not an anomaly but it is evidence of a pattern. A deliberate, calculated use of state power that appears to favour political allies. The current tax exemption controversy has exposed what many…
Member of Parliament (MP) for Temotu Nende, Stephen Kumi, has fulfilled his commitment to support the John Coleridge Patteson University (JCPU) Project with a donation of $100,000 to the Anglican Church of Melanesia (ACoM). The pledge was made during a corporate dinner held on Friday 24th April, with the cheque…
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. The Prime Minister described the occasion as a significant moment for the country, reflecting continuity in leadership and public trust…
