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Conference unites 15 Pacific universities
THE Pacific Islands Universities Regional Network (PIURN) conference brought together 15 member universities from the Pacific Island countries and Territories to the PNG University of Technology in Lae, Morobe. PIURN coordinator Mathilde Souchon,...

Movers & Shakers: Victoria’s childcare system reviewers, Jones to the OECD
DCCEEW secretary revealed, DAFF secretary takes IPAA ACT presidency, NSW appoints Safe Work commissioner, latest ambassadors get postings. Senior Executive Service Band 2 The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has...

Why Solomon Island Citizenship Is Gaining Attention Among Global Citizens?
This initiative opens doors for those who want to diversify their investment portfolio while experiencing the natural beauty and rich culture of the Solomon Islands. The real attraction is the program’s potential to offer visa-free travel to 131...

What makes Solomon Island citizenship an attractive choice?
When we talk about gaining citizenship, we don’t just think about a new passport; we consider everything that comes with it. The Solomon Islands offers an inviting opportunity for those seeking to invest in a tranquil and developing region. With...

Potentially Polluting Wrecks- A threat to marine ecosystems in Solomon Islands
Sponsored By Andrea Ma’ahanua Beneath the ocean’s surface lies a toxic legacy threatening coastal communities and marine ecosystems. For over 80 years, shipwrecks from World War II remain scattered across the country and off the coast of Honiara....
Mapping for the future: MACBLUE led workshop upskills Vanuatu in seagrass and mangrove conservation
The MACBLUE GIS workshop series concluded last week in Vanuatu, bringing together key stakeholders for a week-long event from June 23 to 27. Throughout the week, participants immersed themselves in hands-on training focused on the use of GIS and...

Day 2 fair draws massive crowd
BY NED GAGAHE The atmosphere at the National Trade Fair was electrifying on Day 2, Thursday, July 3, 2025 as hundreds flocked to the FOPA village to witness the vibrant display of Solomon Islands’ economic, cultural and social excitement. The...
Solomon Islands PM Sogavare commends PNA for sustainable management of Tuna Fisheries
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has highly commended the Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) group of nations for its tremendous leadership in ensuring the region’s tuna stocks are managed and sustainably harvested and for...

ADB joins in opening ceremony for new USP Campus in Solomon Islands
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today joined with partners in Solomon Islands for the official opening of a new campus of the University of the South Pacific (USP) in Honiara. The new campus will offer courses across all its six schools and...

Solomon Islands media fear complaints campaign making Facebook news posts disappear
BenarNews--Solomon Islands news organizations suspect they have been targeted in an orchestrated complaints campaign after social media giant Facebook started deleting posts and blocking their stories. Outlets said their reportage started...

Scientists stunned after discovering coral so massive it can be seen from space: 'Pulsing with life and color'
Photo Credit: iStock, National Geographic There are millions of creatures in the ocean, and there is still so much about the sea yet to be discovered. One more discovery has been made — the world's largest known coral. According to the Guardian,...

Cocoa sector getting sweeter in Solomon Islands
Australia continues to invest in the Solomon Islands cocoa sector. This investment has been boosted by Australia’s support for Kokonut Pacific Solomon Islands (KPSI) to launch a new locally produced drinking chocolate. Launched in celebration of...
Professor Donner returns to Sikaiana after 32 years
BY LORETTA B MANELE After many years, a professor who once lived among the Sikaiana people to carry out his research makes a return. According to a press statement from the Sikaiana Cultural Village at Red Beach, North-East Guadalcanal, they...

Scientists Discover the World’s Largest Coral
NFK Editors - November 27, 2024 Malaulalo, Solomon Islands —(Map) Scientists on a National Geographic research trip to the Solomon Islands have discovered the world’s largest coral. The single coral colony, made up of around one billion tiny...
PNG PM Marape calls for stronger action against illegal fishing at Honiara Summit
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has called for urgent global action against illegal fishing and the exploitation of Pacific fisheries, emphasising that Pacific nations have been stewards of the ocean for centuries. Speaking at the...

Solomon Islands signs contract for Kiluúfi Hospital refurbishment
The Government of the Solomon Islands has signed a contract with Japanese company Kitano Construction to oversee the refurbishment work for the Kiluúfi Hospital. This agreement marks a significant step in upgrading the healthcare infrastructure in...
Solomon Islands Journalists honored at MASI awards night
BY MORRIS NAFU The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) hosted its award night at the Heritage Park Hotel, celebrating the achievements of local journalists amidst challenges in the media landscape. The event, themed “Celebrating the...

1,445 NEW SCHOLARSHIPS
GOVERNMENT through the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD) will offer a total of 1,445 new scholarships for Solomon Islanders in 2026. This was announced by Minister of Education and Human Resources Development Tozen...

World Bank Highlights Urgent Need For Economic Reform In Solomon Islands To Drive New Sources Of Growth
Sunday, 29 September 2024, 7:38 am Press Release: World Bank HONIARA, September 18, 2024 – A comprehensive and ambitious reform effort could lift economic growth in the Solomon Islands, helping the country overcome pressing development challenges...

Marape calls for stronger action against illegal fishing at Honiara Summit
Prime Minister James Marape has today called for urgent global action against illegal fishing and the exploitation of Pacific fisheries, emphasising that Pacific nations have been stewards of the ocean for centuries. Speaking at the Honiara Summit...