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Uniting for Our Future: MMGB Leader Calls for Shared Purpose and Hope

BY JOY OFASIA The newly elected Chairman of Mai-Maasina Green Belt (MMGB)Edward Haikau Huitarau has called on communities across the region to stand together and work toward a stronger, fairer future. Speaking at the organization’s Triannual General Meeting held at Ahetaha Conservation village in East Are’Are, Huitarau said unity is not...

MMGB Elects New Executive at Ahetaha Conservation Village

BY EDDIE H HUITARAU The Mai-Maasina Green Belt (MMGB) has elected a new executive team during its Triannual General Meeting held at Ahetaha Conservation Village in Manawai Harbour, East Are’Are. The meeting brought together 26 active conservation members and a total of 64 participants who witnessed the election process. Dr. Edgar...

Pacific Island Countries Urge Deeper Belt and Road Initiative Cooperation to Combat Climate Crisis and Strengthen Emergency Management

BEIJING, China – 20th November 2025. Solomon Islands representative at a high-level international exchange program in China has told the gathering that climate change is a daily reality for the Pacific region, which stands at the frontline of the global climate crisis. Speaking on behalf of the Pacific Island Countries present at...

World Toilet Day 2025 Celebrated in Honiara

BY JOY OFASIA World Toilet Day 2025 was celebrated today at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara, with the RWASH Program and the Ministry of Health and Medical Services coming together to promote better sanitation for all Solomon Islanders. The event featured speeches, presentations, panel discussions, and sanitation booth displays. World...

David Hiba Sworn in as New Permanent Secretary for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology

HONIARA, Solomon Islands – The National Government, through the Public Service Commission, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr David Hiba Hiriasia as the new Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management, and Meteorology. PS Hiriasia taking his Oath. Mr Hiriasia was sworn in today by...

Minister Wasi Signs Major Agriculture Development Initiative with Makira-Ulawa Provincial Government

The Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Hon. Franklyn Derek Wasi, has signed a significant land lease agreement with the Premier of Makira-Ulawa Provincial Government (MUPG), Hon. Stanley Siapu, paving the way for a major agricultural development initiative at Okea, North Guadalcanal Plains. The agreement, covering 5.87 hectares of land, marks...

Solomon Islands Participates in 8th Session of the International Solar Alliance in New Delhi, India

The Solomon Islands participated in the 8th General Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) held in New Delhi, India, from 27 to 30 October 2025. The Solomon Islands delegation was led by the Minister of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification, Hon. Derick Rawcliff Manuari, and included senior officials from...

Prime Minister Hands Over Noro Fisheries Complex and Provincial Data Centre

Honiara, Solomon Islands, Monday 10 November 2025 – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele today officially handed over the Noro Fisheries Complex and Noro Data Centre in Western Province, marking a major milestone in fisheries management, digital resilience, and national development. The Noro Fisheries Complex, under the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine...

New Solar Hub Powering Livelihoods in East Are’are

More than 1,200 women, men and children in the remote community of Takataka in East ’Are’Are, Malaita Province, can now access clean, reliable solar power through the Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership. Delivered by local company Superfly, a new solar hub system at the Takataka Cultural Centre is powering community facilities, digital...

Solomon Islands Strengthens Geological Ties with China

Tianjin, China – 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...

Pristine Seas: Empowering Students for Ocean Conservation

Honiara, Solomon Islands (November 4, 2025) - To promote environmental stewardship among young Solomon Islanders, the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) collaborated with the Pristine Seas team to host the Expedition Education Program on Monday, 3 November 2025, at the MEHRD Conference room. Pristine Seas, led by...

EREPA Brings Together Provinces to Shape National Protected Areas Network Roadmap

Ensuring Resilient Ecosystem and Representative Protected Areas (EREPA) within the Ministry of Environment Climate Change Disaster Management and Meteorology had concluded a three days consultation workshop on the Development of the National Protected Areas Network (PAN) Roadmap for Solomon Islands recently. The National Protected Area Network (N-PAN) is a coordinated...

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Planting of Trees for the Future: A living Legacy of Faith and Creation Care

As part of the closing ceremony of the Melanesian Brotherhood Centenary celebrations on Saturday, 25th October, a total of one hundred trees were planted at Tabalia — a symbolic act that carries deep spiritual and ecological meaning. Photo credit @ Anglican Church of Melanesia The tree planting was led by Section...

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Korasa Fisheries Project to Benefit East Choiseul Constituents

The people of East Choiseul Constituency (ECC) are poised to benefit significantly from the nearly complete Korasa Fisheries Project, a major initiative by the ECC envisioned to boost local livelihoods, improve fishery management, and open new economic opportunities for rural coastal communities. This project is an initiative of the constituency...

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SASA Water & ENARGY Water Back in Business after Meeting Health Standards

The Honiara City Council (HCC) Environmental Health Unit has officially cleared SASA Water and ENARGY Water to resume operations after a recent temporary closure to address health and safety concerns. According to Mr. Derick Willie, the Director of Environmental Health, both companies were thoroughly assessed to ensure they comply with...

MAL Minister Hon Franklyn Derek Wasi and MAL PS Dr Samson Viulu launching the New Cooperate Plan. (2)

New Advisory Council Set to Transform Agriculture in Solomon Islands

BY JOY OFASIA The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) has taken a major step to modernize farming in the Solomon Islands by launching its new Corporate Plan 2025–2028 and establishing the Agriculture National Advisory Council (ANAC). The launch took place on Monday, 27th October, at the Heritage Park Hotel, bringing...

Solomon Islands Launches First National Agriculture Advisory Council

BY JOY OFASIA The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock made history yesterday when it launched the country’s first-ever Agriculture National Advisory Council (ANAC) during the World Food Day celebration at the Heritage Park Hotel. Speaking at the event, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL), Hon. Derek Wasi, said the launch of...

Solomon Islands Celebrates World Food Day with Call for Unity and Better Food

BY JOY OFASIA Today, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) held a official celebration at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara to mark World Food Day 2025. The event focused on this year’s theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” highlighting the importance of working together...

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Ambassador Shows Appreciation of Botanical Garden

Japan’s Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Keiichi Hagiuchi has shown appreciation of the Botanical Garden underpinning its central role to conservation as a benchmark that Solomon Islands should be proud of. His Excellency Keiichi Hagiuchi uttered these sentiments whilst visiting the botanical garden. The Botanical Garden comes under the National...

Ulawa Farmers Struggle to Transport Copra and Cocoa Amid Poor Infrastructure

BY LIONEL TAORAO - ISLES MEDIA FREELANCHER Copra and Cocoa farmers on Ulawa Island in the Makira/Ulawa province are finding it increasingly difficult to transport their produce to Honiara due to worsening infrastructure. Farmers say deteriorating road conditions and the poor state of the Su’u Moli wharf in Ulawa Island have...