Small Malaita Constituency has delivered another milestone in rural health development with the handover of a new clinic staff house to the Tawaro Community, led by MP Hon. Rick Hou. The project highlights a clear development narrative: strategic CDF investment,…
By Shoreyann Ragoso North Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands Communities in Ghaobata Ward are set to benefit from stronger, climate‑resilient sanitation solutions after UNICEF, together with national government partners, completed a three‑day Climate‑Resilient Community‑Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) Artisans Training at Ghaobata Community…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources has activated its annual seasonal ban on harvesting coconut crabs from June 1 to October 31, aiming to protect one of the country’s most vulnerable and culturally significant species. Coconut crabs (Kasusu) are…
East Choiseul Constituency has officially wrapped up its 2025 Constituency Development Program, marking the full completion of its $5 million CDF allocation under the leadership of Honourable Manasseh Sogavare. The final phase of project deliveries—carried out in June—reached communities from…
Solomon Islands National University (SINU) and CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, have held a successful joint symposium at SINU’s Ranadi Campus—marking an important milestone in an Australia–SINU research partnership focused on strengthening food security and livelihoods. The collaboration is tackling…
The North West Choiseul Constituency (NWCC) has formally acknowledged the Government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for a significant $100,000 livelihood support package aimed at strengthening essential community services across the constituency. Constituency Development Officer Gabby Taniveke confirmed…
The people of Ghumu village and neighbouring communities today celebrated the official handover of the Ghumu Footpath Project, a rural access initiative jointly funded by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Ngella Constituency. The project marks a significant…
Four communities in East Are’are Constituency (EAC) — Potaniu, Maniaha/Hauharii, Hatakau, and Raroasi — have welcomed new water supply project materials following a major handover supported by the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The assistance, valued at SBD $1.5 million,…
Bulkshop has joined hands with the Solomon Islands Rangers Association to create a 2026 calendar that highlights the country’s unique wildlife. Each month features a different plant or animal found only in the Solomon Islands. Alongside colorful pictures, the calendar…
The Solomon Islands Timber Processors and Exporters Association (SITPEA) and its members—Hatanga Timber Ltd, Value-Added Timber Association Timber Company Ltd, and Top Timber Ltd—have secured internationally recognised Chain of Custody Certification, enabling them to demonstrate sustainable sourcing of forest products…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD), through the Commercial Agriculture Development Project, today handed over a grant worthSBD750, 000toKokonut Pacific Solomon Islands (KPSI)to support the purchase of a Cocoa Butter Press Machine. While handing over the cheque, Minister…
The Agriculture Investment for Markets and Nutrition (AIM-N) Project yesterday at the St Barnabas Cathedral Leaf Hat Melanesian Haus successfully held a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Induction Capacity Building Training aimed at strengthening inclusive agricultural extension and service…