Malaita Province

The Ofu and Bitaama Conservation of Biodiversity Project that Motivates North Malaita

North Malaita, Solomon Islands – May 2025 — In the heart of North Malaita, the community of Ofu in the Bita’ama region are setting a powerful example for Solomon Islands, the Pacific region and the world on biodiversity conservation through…

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Building Infrastructure Resilience from the Roots Up

Communities in Malu’u, North Malaita are protecting their shoreline from sea level rise, including at the new Malu’u Market by planting mangroves and coastal trees. Twenty-one participants from Kwene, Darowaraua and Duruabu villages within Malu’u have completed a one-day mangrove…

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Creative Workshop Dealing with Environmental Pollution underway in Auki, Malaita

A three-day workshop aiming to empower 30 young students from Auki’s surrounding communities to creatively engage with environmental issues is underway at the provincial capital, Auki. Facilitated by Dreamcast Theatre Solomon Islands, it encourages creativity to deal with environmental issues…

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Australia Partners Supports Taro Farmers and Creates Jobs

LOCAL Malaita business Goshen Enterprise is partnering with Australia to help taro farmers increase production to meet growing demand for product in Honiara. Australia’s support, in collaboration with Solomon Islands Government ministries, will help Goshen scale up operations creating more…

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Preparatory Work Continues at Bina Harbour with Marine Geotechnical Study

Honiara, Solomon Islands – March 21, 2025 – A SECOND phase of geotechnical investigations was conducted in Malaita province last month progressing the Solomon Island Government’s plan for a new world class tuna processing facility and port at Bina Harbour.…

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Minister Ramofafia Engages EU Ambassador on Key Development Projects

MINISTER for National Planning and Development Coordination, Hon. Rexson Ramofafia held a productive discussion with the European Union’s Ambassador, Her Excellency Ms. Barbara Plinkert. During the meeting at the margins of the Honiara Summit on Wednesday 26 February, Ambassador Plinkert…

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SMC Office Support Port Adam Seaweed Farmers with Essential Farming Materials

THE Small Malaita Constituency (SMC) Office has boosted the capability of Port Adam seaweed farmers with the delivery of various essential seaweed farming materials, paving the way for them to venture into large scale farming in the future. The support…

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Technical Work Underway on site for Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant Project

THE Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant Project (BHTPP) continues to move forward with geotechnical investigations on site this week following field survey work completed in early November. The project, a significant national initiative that will see the Solomon Islands establish…

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