Honiara, Solomon Islands, 30 August 2025 – A Cabinet reshuffle saw two sitting Members of Parliament assume new ministerial portfolios today during a ceremony at Government House in Honiara. The …
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Solomon Islands Proposes Pacific Water Warrior Mechanism at Regional Ministers Meeting
The Government of Solomon Islands, through the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE), has called for the creation of a new regional advocacy initiative – the Pacific Water …
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Senior officials from across government met in Honiara earlier this month to review options for the layout of the Bina Harbour port and tuna processing plant planned for Malaita. Three …
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MMERE prioritizes review of current Water Resources Act
By ALFRED PAGEPITU The Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE) is moving to replace the current Water Resources Act, which dates back to 1969, as it is no …
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Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Meeting Concludes in Honiara with Strong Regional Commitments
Wednesday 27 August 2025, Honiara – The Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers (PWWM) Meeting concluded yesterday in Honiara, with Ministers from 14 Pacific Island countries and territories committing to …
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Access to Safe Water and Sanitation Remains a Challenge for Solomon Islands
By Alfred Pagepitu Access to safe drinking water in Solomon Islands has declined, affecting both rural and urban communities. Deputy Director of Water Resources in the Ministry of Mines, Energy …
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By IAN KAUKUI Students from six schools in Honiara had the opportunity to visit and witness first-hand the products and equipment displayed by various companies attending the 16th Pacific Water …
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Prime Minister Manele urges RSIPF to use new vehicles effectively.
By Jimmy Nolan Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has called on the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) to make effective use of the newly donated vehicles from Australia. He …
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PM Manele Calls for Governance, Innovation, and Partnerships in Pacific Water Future
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has urged Pacific Island nations to strengthen governance, embrace innovation, and build regional partnerships to secure a sustainable water future. Speaking at the opening of the …
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By IAN KAUKUI The Peoples Republic of China (PRC), handed over 27 Tank GWM 4W Drive 7 Sitter vehicles worth of 1 US million dollars (approximately SBD 8.5 million) yesterday …