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The National Parliament of Solomon Islands, in partnership with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), on Wednesday opened a three-day Parliament and Media Workshop aimed at strengthening collaboration and mutual understanding between Parliament and mainstream media practitioners. Held at the King Solomon Hotel, the workshop brings together reporters from leading…
Lagomarsino Baules, the son of a pro-China Palauan senator, was arrested in Fiji during a major anti-drug operation amid growing concerns over Chinese-linked criminal networks expanding influence in the Pacific. Reported byEmanuel Stoakes and Bernadette Carreon/OCCRP Among the 10 people arrested in Fiji last week in a major anti-drug operation…
The Board and Management of the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT), Solomon Islands Government (SIG), are pleased to announce the re-appointment of Dr. Luke Forau as Governor of CBSI for a further term of six years, effective from 1st October…
The Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) has announced a record financial performance for the year ending 30 June 2025, posting a net profit of $330.5 million, driven by strong returns from domestic subsidiaries, government securities, and international equities. During the announcement of the 2025 crediting rates at Heritage Park…
In a major step towards improving rural livelihoods and women’s economic participation, the West New Georgia/Vonavona Constituency (WNGVC) in Solomon Islands’ Western Province has launched a new sea transport initiative for women vendors, with strong support from the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The project, backed by SBD$100,000 from China…
The Solomon Islands has officially begun the initial phase of a major rehabilitation project for Mendana Avenue Road, one of Honiara’s key thoroughfares, stretching from Heritage Park Roundabout to the Honiara City Council Roundabout. The project is being carried out by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) under the Land…
The National Secretary of the Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU), Adrian Tuhanuku has warmly welcomed and acknowledges the announcement by the Minister of Finance and Treasury of an 8% dividend for members of the Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF). This declaration is a significant outcome for the…
Our Telekom has officially announced the release of its new prepaid mobile data packages under the “Redhot Giga Plans,” marking a step forward in its commitment to provide better value, affordability, and choice for Solomon Islanders. The new plans, launched today, are designed to meet the diverse needs of customers…
by Georgina Maka’a The staff of the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) Gizo branch, Radio Hapi Lagun, are this week attending a week-long refresher workshop with their stakeholders in Gizo. The workshop focuses on basic news writing, production content development, social media strategy, and sales & marketing aimed at enhancing…
by Ronald Toito’ona The Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) today declared an 8 percent (8%) crediting rate for its members for the financial year ending 30 June 2025, a payout that will see more than $274.9 million credited into members’ accounts. The announcement was made by the new Minister…
