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by Georgina Maka’a The High Court has frozen the ownership of the MV Avaikimaine, barring its sale, transfer or any change in ownership until a bitter legal dispute over the constituency-funded vessel is resolved. In a recent significant ruling, Justice Gina Nott ordered that Rennell & Bellona Shipping Limited…
By Georgina Maka’a The Solomon Islands Government is preparing new legislation to overhaul the management of cemeteries, with Home Affairs Minister Manasseh Maelanga warning that growing population pressure is rapidly reducing available burial space. Responding to the Speech from the Throne in Parliament on Thursday, Mr Maelanga said the country…
By Charley Piringi Solomon Islands and the United States are moving to deepen their partnership, with leaders from both countries declaring renewed momentum in bilateral ties during celebrations of America’s 250th Independence Anniversary in Honiara. Prime Minister Wale said the partnership is founded on mutual respect, stating, “We value a…
Deputy Prime Minister Francis Sade has assured Guadalcanal Province that its long-standing aspiration for statehood will remain a priority for the Government. And he pledged the GREAT Coalition would advance constitutional reforms while refusing to commit to the province’s proposed 2028 deadline. Responding to Premier Willie Atu’s call for Guadalcanal…
by Georgina Maka’a Governor General Sir David Kapu says Solomon Islands is expected to see a moderate economic recovery in 2026, driven by growth in mining, fisheries, agriculture and business services, alongside major projects such as the Tina Hydro project. Delivering the Speech from the Throne in Parliament today, Sir…
Auditor General David Teika Dennis is urging the Ministry of Public Service to urgently enforce the Government’s Attendance Management Policy. His call came after an audit his office carried out found ineffective implementation has contributed to an estimated $1 billion in wasted public resources between 2023 and 2025. The findings…
The Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme continues to provide Solomon Islanders with valuable opportunities to gain skills, earn income and contribute to the country’s development. That’s according to Solomon Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand Ishmael Mali Avui following high-level talks with New Zealand officials in Wellington. Avui said the…
The Government has pledged sweeping reforms to the country’s mining sector following the recent tragedy at Gold Ridge, declaring that Solomon Islands’ mineral wealth must benefit its people rather than leave communities bearing the costs. Deputy Prime Minister Francis Sade made the commitment while responding to concerns raised by Guadalcanal…
Solomon Islands has strengthened its efforts to combat drug-resistant infections after completing its latest national assessment on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a growing global health threat. The country recently submitted its annual report to the Tracking Antimicrobial Resistance Country Self-Assessment Survey (TrACSS), an international survey that measures how countries are responding…
Deputy Prime Francis Sade says the Government acknowledge Guadalcanal Province’s call for provincial audits across the country to be brought up to date and delivered annually. Sade was speaking today at Guadalcanal Province’s 42nd Second Appointed Day celebrations in Honiara. Guadalcanal Premier Willie Atu, in his official address at the…
