Government through the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) has signed a landmark Agency Agreement and Provincial Education Board Agreement with the Guadalcanal Provincial Government (GPG), marking a major step forward in education reform and decentralization in Solomon Islands. The signing ceremony was held last week and was attended by Hon. Tozen Leokana, Minister of Education, and Hon.…
A lower-grade version of methamphetamine is believed to be circulating within the communities, with users now able to purchase it for as little as $100. A confidential source with in-depth knowledge of the local drug trade has warned that authorities must urgently take action, as the drug situation is becoming increasingly unmanageable. “In the past,…
A severe shortage of Primaquine – a critical anti-malaria drug to treat malaria and prevents it from coming back after treatment (relapse) is a cause of concern among health authorities in Western Province. This came as malaria cases continue to experience a resurgence of malaria cases in Gizo and surrounding communities. Reports from Gizo Hospital confirmed that the essential medication, which is…
POLICE in Auki have arrested an elderly man in connection with a domestic violence incident. The alleged case occurred in late June at Kwa’adoe Village, West Kwara’ae, Malaita Province. The assault, which took place on 26 June 2025, reportedly involved the suspect physically attacking his wife. According to reports, the man allegedly kicked his wife and struck her…
Solomon Islands Tertiary Education and Skills Authority (SITESA) has announced the opening of the 2026 round of Solomon Islands Government Scholarships for eligible Solomon Islanders to undertake studies in 2026. The Scholarship application window opened as of Monday 14th of July, 2025 and will run about eight weeks. This means it would close at 11:59 PM on…
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) with technical and financial support from World Health Organization (WHO) conducted a two days training on Primary Ear and Hearing Care Trainers (PEHC) on the 2nd and 3rd July. 2025. The training aimed to train the trainers on the Ear and Hearing Care services for the Primary…
AN Indonesian national has died in Honiara after sustaining serious injuries following a robbery incident early this month. Alwyn Danitofea Permanent Secretary (PS) of the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) announced the sad news. “With profound sadness, we share the news of the passing of Mr. Ngabdullah, an Indonesian Security Supervisor with China Railway…
Government of the Solomon Islands on Wednesday reaffirmed its commitment to renewable energy development by strengthening its partnership with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and proposing the establishment of a regional ISA office in the Pacific. The proposal was formally presented by the Minister for Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification, Hon. Derick Rawcliff Manu’ari, during…
IF YOU think the Third Wave is dead and buried, think again. Conversely, if you think the Third Wave is a mere figment of imagination, think again. Because it is not. The Third Wave is neither dead nor buried. It is alive. The Third Wave is so called to describe the next attempt at toppling…
BARELY a month ago, Police Commissioner Mostyn Mangau, was the darling of the government. He earned the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in this year’s King’s Birthday award for “his distinguished leadership, dedication, and long-standing service to policing and public safety in the Solomon Islands”. His Deputy, Ian Vaevaso also received the Member of…