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Kulas ready for OFC Nations Cup opener against Solomon Islands despite nerves – Chua
Fijivillage
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Kulas ready for OFC Nations Cup opener against Solomon Islands despite nerves – Chua As the Fiji Kulas prepare to take on the Solomon Islands in their first match of the OFC Women’s Nations Cup, coach Angeline Chua says they are well prepared but...
Pacific leaders to endorse Ocean of Peace Declaration at Leaders Meeting in Honiara
Fijivillage
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Pacific leaders to endorse Ocean of Peace Declaration at Leaders Meeting in Honiara Officials across the Pacific are working to finalise the Ocean of Peace Declaration ahead of the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in the Solomon...
Solomon Islands Prime Minister fires chief of staff over Vietnam deal
Pacific Media Network
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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has sacked his chief of staff, Mack Faddean Aoraunisaka, after an "unauthorised" deal with two Vietnamese firms last week. RNZ Pacific understands that Aoraunisaka "coerced" Commerce, Industry, Labour...
Solomon Islands PM fires chief of staff over unauthorised Vietnam deal
RNZ
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July 1, 2025
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has sacked his chief of staff Mack Faddean Aoraunisaka after an "unauthorised" deal with two Vietnamese firms last week. RNZ Pacific...
Honiara High School rebuilding begins after years of delay
The Islandsun
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July 2, 2025
BY INDY MAEALASIA HONIARA High School, which lost several buildings during the 2021 Honiara riots, is finally undergoing reconstruction, an effort welcomed by the school administration. After years of funding delays and stalled progress, School...
Honiara High School gears up for Semester two
The Islandsun
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July 2, 2025
BY INDY MAEALASIA AS the second school semester approaches, Honiara High School is preparing to welcome back 1,336 students; a number that continues to test the school’s capacity and resources. School Principal Allen Siosi Ketei speaking to Island...
Two Solomon Islanders join Labasa
Fijivillage
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Labasa has secured two new signings from the Solomon Islands. Labasa Football Club says Tigi Molea and Junior Jack have joined the team ahead of their upcoming campaign. The club says the duo will bring experience, skill, and fresh energy to the...
Solomon Islands boosts Maritime Safety with Enhanced Flag Early Warning System for people of Temotu Province
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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July 1, 2025
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...
Historic First: SPBD Solomon Islands Businesswomen Awards
Tavuli News
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July 1, 2025
A groundbreaking milestone was achieved on the morning of Friday 27th June 2025, as SPBD Solomon Islands successfully hosted its first-ever Businesswomen of the Year Awards at St. Barnabas Cathedral Hall in Honiara. Organized by South Pacific...
Minister Vokia calls on public to embrace 2025 Trade Fair
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
BY NED GAGAHE Minister for Commerce, Labour, Industry and Immigration (MCILI) Jamie Vokia MP has called on Solomon Islanders attending the 2025 National Trade Fair to connect, collaborate and seize opportunities throughout the weeklong event....
National trade fair more than just an exhibition
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU The 2025 National Trade Fair (NTF) is more than just an exhibition. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele voiced this when he officially opened the 2025 Annual National Trade Fair at the FOPA Village, Solomon Islands National University...
Kiwa Empower Project launched in Solomon Islands
The Islandsun
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June 30, 2025
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU The KIWA Empower project was recently launched in the Solomon Islands on June 24 in Honiara. Elmah Panisi, Live & Learn Environmental Education’s (LLEE) Solomon Islands Country Manager, stated that the event marks a significant...
Trade Fair showcases innovation and opportunity: Vokia
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
By NED GAGAHE Minister for Commerce, Labour, Industries and Immigration (MCILI), Jamie Vokia, says this year’s National Trade Fair presents an unique opportunity to witness the latest trends and innovations in Solomon Islands’ business landscape....
14-year-old Adi Ulamila aims to make late father proud as she debuts for Fiji Kulas
Fijivillage
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14-year-old Adi Ulamila aims to make late father proud as she debuts for Fiji Kulas The youngest Fiji Kulas player, Adi Ulamila Reva, will be playing for more than just a win when she takes the field on Saturday in the OFC Women’s Nations Cup...
Visiting SI for the first time
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
PNG sensation, Moqai to perform tomorrow to support diabetic clinic BY CHRIS ALEX Popular Papua New Guinean artist Moqai will perform live in Honiara on Friday, July 4 in a special fundraising concert to support the diabetic clinic in Honiara....
Wale: BSP’S path from Green to Greed must be stopped
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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July 3, 2025
The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale has called on the Central Bank of Solomon Islands to defend ordinary Solomon Islanders from unjustifiable and excessive bank fee increases. The call was made in light of BSP’s recent decision, effective...
Solomon Islands Media Professionals Gain Insightful Experience Of China’s Media, Culture, And Mesmeric Growth
Scoop
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Four media professionals from the Solomon Islands (SI) successfully completed a two-week seminar on Full-Media Communication for “Belt and Road Countries” in China, describing the training program as an eye-opener as cooperation between the two...
Tandai chief welcomes guests to 2025 national trade fair
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
By CHRIS ALEX Tandai’s Paramount Chief Peter Sehelivere, delivered the official welcome remarks at the opening of the 2025 Annual National Trade Fair in Honiara on Wednesday, July 2 2025. Proudly representing the five tribes of the Tandai House of...
Solomon Islands: HKH Constituency 2025 Development Pathway Targets Empowering Communities
Scoop
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The Hograno-Kia-Havulei (HKH) Constituency is charting a development pathway aimed at empowering communities through strategic investments in the productive sector. Utilising the Constituency Development Funds (CDF), the initiative seeks to...
Provincial forestry officer excited to be part NTF 2025
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU Poitete Station Forestry officer, George Bena is super excited to be part of this year’s National Trade Fair (NTF), currently underway in Honiara. Held at the FOPA SINU Panatina campus in East Honiara, the NTF aims to promote...