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An international court says countries have an obligation to prevent harm from climate change and redress damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions. Activists welcomed the non-binding advisory opinion issued by a 15-judge panel at the International Court of Justice in the Netherlands overnight as a step in the right direction.…
Fifteen midwives and nurses from Honiara City Council health facilities have begun a comprehensive training program in preparation for the opening of the new Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre next year. Nurse Educator for Midwifery, Sister Susan Dikahehe, welcomed the training, highlighting the need to upskill frontline health workers…
Solomon Islanders are being warned against spreading hurtful and disrespectful misbehaviour on social media that could lead to creating communal disharmony. Deputy Prime Minister Frederick Kologeto issued the warning in the wake of current social media commentaries relating to controversies surrounding the current Solomon Cup soccer tournament. Kologeto said police…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has praised the people of Rennell and Bellona Province for their reform journey, describing it as a powerful example of resilience and people-driven progress during the province’s 32nd Second Appointed Day celebration in Tigoa on Tuesday. He also acknowledged the important progress made in the province,…
by Poppy Johnston of AAP in Canberra For the first time, the world’s highest court will offer advice on the world’s biggest problem. It’s a punchy slogan that has been wielded successfully by young campaigners to build global momentum behind a landmark international climate case first conceived by a group of…
Giving Solomon Islands newborns the strongest start in life by Ruel SerranoCommunications for Partnerships Support OfficerWorld Health Organization Representative Office in Solomon Islands Every child deserves the best possible start, and for newborns in the Solomon Islands, that journey now begins with a warm, lifesaving embrace. In the remote communities of…
by Georgina Maka’a Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele says a decision on whether Taiwan will participate in this year’s Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders summit will be announced soon. Solomon Islands will host the summit, which will bring leaders from across the Pacific to Honiara, on September 8 to 12. “Cabinet…
The Government and the Opposition have stood united in congratulating the Women’s National Football team in their Saturday night’s historic win at the 2025 OFC Women’s Nations Cup. The girls beat Oceania women’s football powerhouse, Papua New Guinea 3-2 in the final held in Suva, Fiji, to claim Solomon Islands’…
Dive tourism is a growing market in Solomon Islands’ tourism sector. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic, Honiara has had limited access to dedicated diving services. As more visitors come to Honiara for short stays, particularly business travellers with limited free time, the demand for accessible diving services and equipment rental…
by Helen Sea (InsidePNG) and Charley Piringi (In-depth Solomons) In a significant stride towards bolstering its governance capabilities, the Bougainville House of Representatives has embarked on a week-long parliamentary attachment program with the National Parliament of Solomon Islands. This initiative, part of a long-standing inter-parliamentary cooperation, underscores Bougainville’s commitment to…
