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by Georgina Maka’a Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare has urged Attorney General Gabriel Suri to stand aside from current investigations into the controversial 33 shipments of bauxite. The Government initiated the investigation, and Suri has ordered the Director of Mines, Christa Tatapu, to provide all documents relating to the shipments. The…
by Ronald Toito’ona Tribal and association leaders representing landowners and downstream communities connected to the Gold Ridge mine have issued a collective apology to Wanguo International Mining Group and Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) following recent unrest that saw mining machinery burned, while reaffirming their commitment to the project’s continuation…
by Ronald Toito’ona Two shareholders of Wanguo International Mining Group Limited have donated SBD$1.5 million to the Gold Ridge Foundation to support community initiatives in Central Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. The donation was handed over today, during a Chinese New Year 2026 luncheon at the Banquet hall of Gold Ridge Mining…
Senior political leaders have raised serious concerns following the burning and destruction of machinery and equipment at the Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) mine site, warning that the incident reflects deeper unresolved grievances surrounding mining operations, landownership, and governance in the sector. Member of Parliament for Central Honiara and Chairman…
by Georgina Maka’a Tensions remain high at Gold Ridge mine site in central Guadalcanal after landowners burned down more than 30 company machines at around 10pm on Tuesday night. A tribal chief In-Depth Solomons spoke to said landowners were unhappy with how they were treated by police officers stationed at…
by Charley Piringi Joanna Maru and her children waded carefully into Wagina’s shallow, warm waters, where the morning sun caught the gentle sway of seaweed lines. These fragile, rippling strands are more than just plants; they are threads of hope, carrying the weight of her family’s survival and her community’s…
Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale says Solomon Islands is losing out on the mining sector. Speaking during the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) hearing, Wale said Solomon Islands is losing out because we are totally dependent on the miners. “It is a total disappointment that we do not have the capacity…
by Ednal Palmer Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) Governor Dr. Luke Forau has raised concerns about the country’s emerging mining sector, warning that many operators entering the industry are former logging companies with limited financial capacity and a track record that offers little reassurance. Speaking before the Public Accounts…
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification has signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the China Geological Survey. The MOU was signed on October 23, 2025, in Tianjin, China, by Solomon Islands Ambassador to China, His Excellency Barret Salato, on behalf of the Solomon Islands…
Decking: When COVID-19 struck Solomon Islands in 2020, it sent shockwaves through an already fragile economy, cutting off trade, tourism, and jobs. In response, the Sogavare-led DCGA government turned to what it believed could drive a quick economic recovery: mining. Key Points– Siruka nickel mine approved under “fast-tracking policy,” sparking…
