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by Ronald Toito’ona Solomon Islands’ former footballer and top-notch coach, Jerry Allen has returned to the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Men’s Champions League 2025, with Hekari United FC of Papua New Guinea (PNG). His relationship with Hekari United FC runs deep. Over the years, he has been instrumental in the…
Local Malaita business Goshen Enterprise is partnering with Australia to help taro farmers increase production to meet the growing demand for products in Honiara. Australia’s support, in collaboration with Solomon Islands Government ministries, will help Goshen scale up operations creating more local jobs, supporting more farmers, and contributing to the…
Leaders of Papua New Guinea and would-be nation Bougainville are holding moderated talks this week in Port Moresby to clarify the province’s pathway to independence. Bougainville, an autonomous region in Papua New Guinea’s east, has long sought independence, even declaring as much without success in 1975. In 2019, 98 per…
by Ofani Eremae Whilst the Government says its legal team is reviewing the Daniel Suidani court ruling with the intention to appeal, a local law expert and academic says an appeal may not be possible. Solomon Islander Dr Joseph Foukona, an assistant professor at the University of Hawaii in the…
by Ronald Toito’ona Bank South Pacific (BSP) Solomon Islands has failed to respond to questions regarding multiple reports of unexplained deductions from customer accounts, some involving hundreds of thousands of dollars. Craig Day, a prominent business owner, sounded the alarm after his company, Solomon Motors Ltd, experienced a massive and…
by Ofani Eremae A local law expert says the Suidani court ruling serves as a reminder that “those who exercise governmental power must do so responsibly and justly”. Dr Joseph Foukona, a Solomon Islander currently teaching at the University of Hawaii in the United States, was responding to the High…
The inaugural Australia Awards Alumni Women’s Leadership Award winner has been announced as Lorah Kwanairara, in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025. The new award celebrates women who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and dedication, breaking barriers and creating opportunities for others. It honours those who inspire positive change in their…
by Ofani Eremae The removal of former Malaita premier Daniel Suidani from his provincial seat in February 2023 was unlawful, a High Court judge ruled today. And Justice Maelyn Bird said Rollen Seleso, then minister for Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening, acted beyond his powers when he disqualified Suidani as…
By Gina Maka’a Chairlady of the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industries (SICCI) Naomi Kaluae has called for urgent legislative reforms to reduce electricity costs for businesses. During the SICCI-Prime Minister’s breakfast yesterday, Kaluae emphasized the crucial need for legislative reform, highlighting how these changes are essential for progress…
Celebrating Grace Sipolo’s Trailblazing Journey at the Ministry of Infrastructure Development In observance of International Women’s Day, the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) honours the extraordinary journey of its longest-serving female employee, Grace Julia Sipolo, a trailblazer whose dedication and resilience have paved the way for women in the traditionally…
