A Press Conference organised by the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDMM). SPEAKERS 1. Director Meteorology – David Hiriasia 2. Director NDMO – Jonathan Tafiariki 3. PS MECDMM – Melchior Mataki SEE VIDEO for full Press…
Honiara, 23 July 2026: The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) held its second consultation with the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Legislative and Policy Cabinet Sub-Committee on Tuesday, 22 July 2026. The consultations are intended to support…
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) signed a Grant Arrangement on Wednesday 23 July that will support the refurbishment of the University’s Department of Fisheries Complex at the Ranadi Campus, marking another significant…
HONIARA, Solomon Islands – A high-level oversight mission led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has conducted its Solomon Islands leg, targeting critical project redefinitions for environmental initiatives in the Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Fiji. The mission, led by…
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) was represented at the Pacific Islands Innovation Forum on Climate and Environment (PIFCE) 2026 in Vanuatu by Assistant Lecturer in GIS and Remote Sensing, Mr Steve Tahunipue, and final-year Bachelor of Environment Studies student,…
Honiara, 22 July 2026: The National Disaster Council (NDC) has provided an update on ongoing recovery efforts following Tropical Cyclone Maila, as the Solomon Islands transitions from immediate response into the recovery phase. NDC Chair, Mr David Hiba Hiriasia, said…
The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) confirmed that all installations under Phase 1 have been verified, documented, and endorsed across 25 constituencies nationwide, including East Makira, West Makira, Ulawa Ugi, East Kwaio, West Kwaio, East…
PRIME Minister Hon. Matthew Wale this week met with Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard, Admiral Thomas G. Allan Jr., during an official visit to the U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Upon arrival, the Prime Minister…
Chinese agricultural experts working in Honiara have completed a major phase of rice transplanting at the joint demonstration base, marking an important step toward strengthening sustainable food production and environmental resilience in Solomon Islands. Since June 2026, four specialists from…
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…