Pacific Resilience Facility set for ratification as Forum secure global support
The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) is on track for ratification at the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting (PIFLM) in Honiara, Solomon Islands in September, following a major decision made during the
Walande, climate displacement and human rights
Over decades, the small community of Walande has seen their offshore home in Solomon Islands battered by cyclones, storm surges and sea level rise. Relocating to the mainland of Malaita—the nation’s most populous
Solomon Islands Opposition leader Wale calls for halt of proposed mining on San Jorge
Solomon Islands leader of Opposition Matthew Wale has called on the Minister of Mines & Energy to halt the proposed granting of a mining license to Far East Resources Company Ltd for nickel mining on San Jorge.
Solomon Islander Wins Regional Commonwealth Youth Award
“If we want change, we have to believe in ourselves.” These words drive Bethalyn Kelly, a 20-year-old visionary who has been named the Regional Winner for the Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development
Former Solomon Islands PM Sir Francis Hilly dies
Former Solomon Islands Prime Minister Sir Francis Billy Hilly passed away last night at the National Referral Hospital in Honiara. Tavuli News reports that his daughter confirmed his passing in a social media post. His
Solomon Islands, Tuvalu discuss international shipping registry
Solomon Islands Minister for Infrastructure Development (MID), Manasseh Maelanga, held a dialogue last week at the margins of the Honiara Ocean Summit with Tuvalu’s Minister for Natural Resources Development, Sa’aga
Kangava community demands justice for 2019 oil spill
The customary landowners of Kangava Bay in the Solomon Islands have filed a claim with the Solomon Islands High Court for damages caused by a 2019 oil spill, the worst of its kind in the nation. The claim was filed
Solomon Islands PM welcomes delegates for the Honiara Summit
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele on Monday formally welcomes leaders converging in Honiara this week for the ‘Honiara Summit on the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)
Influx of Solomon Islands goods into Bougainville raises concerns
Large volumes of Solomon Islands goods, including food and clothing, are being transported into Bougainville, particularly the border towns of Arawa and Buin. These goods are entering untaxed, resulting in significant
New aviation complex sets to transform image of Honiara International Airport
A new Aviation Complex Building will be built near Honiara International Airport in Solomon Islands. Indepth Solomons reports that this new facility, which will enhance aviation safety and operational capacity, is part
Solomon Airlines to start Australia-NZ flights
Solomon Islands national carrier – Solomon Airlines – will begin operating an Auckland -Brisbane route from 21 February 2025. The airline will use an A320-200 to operate the weekly roundtrip. “While we expect
How Solomon Islands’ donor-funded water plant became a costly failure
A major donor-funded water plant in the capital of Solomon Islands was supposed to fix a clean water crisis. But people involved in the project said it was doomed by the Asian Development Bank’s insistence on taking
Solomon Islands PM Manele to face no confidence vote next Monday
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele is set to face a vote of no confidence in Parliament next Monday, December 16th, Clerk to the National Parliament, Jefferson Hallu has confirmed to SIBC news. Hallu said
Lilo moves to dethrone Solomon Islands PM Manele with no-confidence vote
After weeks of speculation, it’s now confirmed that Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele will face a no-confidence vote in the current sitting of parliament. Notice of the motion, which will be moved by
Spirit, vibrancy, art: Solomons singer dominates
Chris Kamu'ana Rohoimae, a talented artist from the Solomon Islands, has emerged victorious in the ABC Pacific Break 2024 competition. This achievement marks a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his unique
Opinion: Passports for sale – Lessons for Nauru and Solomon Islands from Vanuatu’s EU rebuke
Vanuatu becomes first country to ever lose EU visa-free access after golden passport scheme poses security threat. Earlier this month Vanuatu received a stinging rebuke from the European Parliament, becoming the first
Sevens a golden opportunity for Solomon Islands sport tourism
As the Solomon Islands begins final preparations for its hosting of next month’s 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Tournament, Tourism Solomons has described the event as yet another major opportunity for the country to show
Solomon Islands loses USD$15.1 million in productivity due to violence
A UN Women costing study shows that Solomon Islands has lost approximately USD$15.1 million in the annual productivity of women in the formal sector due to violence in 2021. This accounts for 1% of the country’s gross
Public health crisis, Indicators hit all-time low, need urgent attention: PNG Doctor
Papua New Guinea’s public health is at an “all-time low” and requires immediate and serious attention, according to a senior health
Solomons High Court orders two persons to pay damages for online defamation
Facebook users in Solomon Islands have been warned that whilst they have the right to post or comment on the popular social media platform, they must do so with care and
Protecting the children left behind
A report looking at the impact of labour mobility schemes on children in four Pacific nations has found that while the remittances they generate are critical in supporting families, the schemes are placing physical and
Green skills, wellness, and digital proficiency
As Pacific Island nations navigate rapid economic changes, the demand for “green skills” is on the
