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Opposition Leader Blasts BSP over Charges

Santiago · Santiago

Opposition Leader Blasts BSP over Charges

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Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has been urged to defend ordinary Solomon Islanders from unjustifiable and excessive bank fee increases. The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale issued the call in a statement on Thursday 3rd July. His call came in light of BSP’s recent decision, effective 28th June 2025, to impose a 1% fee on all cash deposits and withdrawals of SBD 20,000 or more per day, per account. Hon. Wale described the increase a…See the Story

Trial of teacher accused of rape underway

Honiara · Honiara

Trial of teacher accused of rape underway

A TRIAL of a teacher accused of raping his 16 year-old niece at his residence at a school compound in Honiara in 2023 is underway in the High Court. The defendant, who is now 44 years old and cannot be named to protect the identity of the alleged victim, is facing one count of rape. The alleged incident occurred on the night of 25 August 2023, inside the defendant’s bedroom at the school compound where he was a teacher. According to the allegat…See the Story

2025 National Trade Fair Underway

Solomon Islands · Solomon Islands

2025 National Trade Fair Underway

The 2025 Annual National Trade Fair was officially opened yesterday and is underway at the Solomon Islands National University Park or commonly known as FOPA village, Panatina, East Honiara. The theme for the event is: ‘Trade for transformation- Rebuilding our Happy isles.’ Official guests attending the opening ceremony includes the Prime Minister, Jeremiah Manele, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Communication and Aviation (MCA), Hon. Fred…See the Story

Solomon Islands boosts Maritime Safety with Enhanced Flag Early Warning System for people of Temotu Province

Small craft operators and travellers in Temotu province are set to significantly enhance the safety of their inter-island maritime travel with the installation of the Flag Early Warning System (FEWS) for small crafts in Lata last week. This vital initiative, supported by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) and Climate Risks Early Warning System (CREWS) and implemented by the Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS), aims to provide…Temotu Province · Temotu Province See the Story

Applications for 2026 scholarships open soon

APPLICATIONS for all 2026 government scholarships will open in two weeks time. This was revealed by the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) on Wednesday through its Minister Tozen Leokana at the launch of the Solomon Islands Tertiary Education and Skills Plan (SITESAP) 2026. The application window will run from July 14 to September 14, 2025, closing at 11:59 pm. This marks the first phase of implementation for the gover…Honiara · Honiara Read Article

Old Auki wharf poses safety risk

MEMBERS of the public in Auki, Malaita Province are being warned to stay away from the deteriorating old Auki wharf, which has become a serious safety hazard. The structure, which has long been neglected is in a severe state of disrepair. Steel rods are now exposed from its surface, creating a dangerous environment for anyone walking or playing on the wharf. A security officer stationed at the site told the Solomon Star that the old wharf is uns…Auki · Auki Read Article

No dispute, Huawei tower project makes progress

The construction of Huawei telecommunications towers under the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project (SINBIP) is progressing smoothly in Vella La Vella, Western Province—with no disputes reported to date. Six tower sites are currently under development across Vella, located in Vatoro, Dovele, Java, Lambulambu, Beiporo, and Vonunu. Some of them are already completed. The project is aimed at expanding mobile network and interne…Huawei · Western Province Read Article

Youth dies during church convention

A young man in his early 20s tragically died during the United Church of Solomon Islands (UCSI) National Youth Convention held last week at Kokegolo, Munda, in Western Province. The deceased, who was from Wagina in Choiseul Province, was one of the participants attending the week-long church gathering. Unconfirmed reports suggest that his death may be linked to the consumption of an illegal substance known locally as “coupen.” Witnesses reported…Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

PM Manele defends international engagements

Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has defended his recent international engagements, during which he participated in three major forums from 4 to 25 June 2025. These included the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France; the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna, Austria; and the 23rd Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Leaders’ Meeting in Suva, Fiji. In addition to attending these forums, PM Manele held several high-level bilateral meetings. W…Honiara · Honiara Read Article

Accused to confirm lawyer

A 22 year-old man accused of damaging the rear- view mirror of a parked vehicle at Naha Heights, East Honiara last October will confirm his legal representation on July 10. Rocky Hausi faces one count of malicious injuries. He appeared in the Honiara Magistrate’s Court yesterday on police bail and the court has imposed bail conditions on him. Principal Magistrate Elma Veenah Rizzu Hilly who mentioned the matter last Thursday, however, recused he…Honiara · Honiara Read Article

Suidani, Talifilu’s trial set

THE trial of Malaita Provincial Assembly Member for West Baegu-Fataleka Ward and former Malaita Premier Daniel Suidani and his political adviser Celsius Talifilu will proceed on Thursday. Initially, the trial was scheduled to take place this week in the Honiara Magistrate’s Court but was delayed due to their lawyer’s conflicting High Court trial. However, it was announced yesterday that the High Court trial would no longer proceed, and the presi…Auki · Auki Read Article

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