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by Transparency Solomon Islands Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) stands in support of customary landowners who have raised serious and documented concerns regarding mining activities at Kamaboe Camp in South Choiseul. These concerns, reported in the Solomon Star on Friday 23 January 2026, relate to allegations that mining operations have commenced at Kamaboe…
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) wishes to alert the general public to a fraudulent operation known as “F-Mobile”, which has been identified as a pyramid scheme. CBSI has received reports that F-Mobile is soliciting funds from members of the public with promises of unusually high and quick financial…
by EDNAL PALMER Tourism remains one of the key sectors with strong potential to drive employment, small business growth, and community livelihoods across the country, Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has reaffirmed. Speaking at the first press conference held in Honiara Monday, the Prime Minister said this was demonstrated through the…
by EDNAL PALMER Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele says the Government’s main focus for 2026 is on delivering what has already been approved in the national budget, while managing limited resources, capacity constraints, and ongoing external challenges. Speaking at a first press conference for 2026 today, the Prime Minister said the…
by EDNAL PALMER Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele today outlined Solomon Islands’ continued regional leadership role following his participation in the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Troika meeting held in Brisbane, Australia. Speaking at a press conference, Prime Minister Manele said the engagement formed part of his official responsibilities for the year…
From kitchens, cafés, and training rooms across Honiara, thirteen Solomon Islanders recently completed a hands-on workshop in Hospitality Drink Preparation Skills, delivered through the Pacific Australia Skills program. These professionals are stepping forward with newfound confidence and skills that can open doors to work, small businesses, and future opportunities. Australian…
The Solomon Islands has marked a major policing milestone as its first Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, established with support from China departs for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to compete in the prestigious UAE SWAT Challenge, scheduled from 7 to 11 February 2026 in Dubai. Eight officers from…
The State Ridge community in Central Honiara has welcomed the official handover of 20 new solar-powered streetlights, funded under the Solomon Islands-Australia Community Partnerships program. The project will improve safety and security for the State Ridge community in both the Central Honiara and East Honiara Constituencies. High Commission officials, led…
Solomon Islands Opposition leader Matthew Wale has called on the Government to urgently address the deteriorating roads and transport infrastructure in the country. Wale said reports of damages to critical infrastructures in Malaita and Guadalcanal provinces as a result of the ongoing bad weather is putting lives at risk. He…
Provincial Premiers in Solomon Islands and their representatives have renewed calls for meaningful reforms to the Provincial Government Act, during a meeting with Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele in Honiara on Saturday, 31 January 2026. The meeting followed a formal submission by the provincial leaders raising long-standing concerns about how provincial…
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