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USD3M ‘School Meal Nutrition Project’
Solomon Star
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July 4, 2025
A new multi-million-dollar school meal nutrition project has been officially launched to improve student health and strengthen local agriculture in Western Province and Isabel. Funded by the Government of Japan through UNICEF, the $3 million USD...
KIWA initiative reignites hope
The Islandsun
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June 30, 2025
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU The KIWA initiative, recently launched in Solomon Islands, not only provides funding but also reignites hope in this challenging time of climate change. Trevor Mahaga, Minister for the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change,...
Sorovakula’s journey of grit gets her Fiji Kulas debut
FBC News
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July 4, 2025
Akinisi Sorovakula [middle] [Source: Fiji Football/Facebook] 20-year-old US-based defender Akinisi Sorovakula’s football career is a story of grit, forged through personal hardship and nurtured by the steadfast backing of her community and...
Tongan coach disappointed over Bidesi training ground
FBC News
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July 4, 2025
[Source: Tongan Football] Tonga Mataliki Coach Kilifi Uele openly shared his disappointment regarding the Bidesi park allocated to his team for the OFC Women’s Nations Cup training. This was raised during yesterday’s press conference at the Fiji...
Scott ready for debut
The Fiji Times
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July 4, 2025
Ka’iulani Scott says it will be a proud moment when she makes her senior debut for the Fiji Kulas at the OFC Women’s Nations Cup this Saturday in Suva. The 17-year-old goalkeeper, who plays for Eastern Suburbs in New Zealand and has family roots...
Pacific universities become hubs of cultural revival
The Islandsun
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June 30, 2025
BY INDY MAEALASIA PACIFIC universities are no longer just centers of learning—they are becoming hubs of cultural revival and innovation. Vice Chancellor of Solomon Islands National University (SINU), Professor Transform Aqorau highlighted this...
SINU Eyes Global Partnerships to Boost Academic Excellence
The Islandsun
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June 30, 2025
BY INDY MAEALASIA Solomon Islands National University (SINU) is working to forge deeper ties with regional and international universities aiming to enhance academic quality and research collaboration. Vice Chancellor, Professor Transform Aqorau...
First Indigenous-led marine reserve to span southwestern Pacific
Oceanographic Magazine
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July 1, 2025
Under the protections afforded by the reserve to the six-million-square-kilometres of ocean and islands expanse, only sustainable economic activities “consistent with Indigenous values” will be permitted. According to the Wildlife Conservation...
CBSI reaffirms support for women
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 29, 2025
By Lachlan Eddie The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has reaffirmed its support for women under its Financial Inclusion Policy, which is already being implemented to support women entrepreneurs. CBSI Governor Dr. Luke Forau highlighted this...
PM away again
The National
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Marape to meet with US firms, King Charles PRIME Minister James Marape will be out of the country for 10 days to attend business meetings in the United States of America, and then to London for a private audience with King Charles the third....
Trade fair revival signals government commitment
The Islandsun
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July 3, 2025
BY INDY MAEALASIA THE Chairman of the National Trade Fair, Moses Waririu said the revival of the fair stands as a symbol of the government’s commitment in building resilient local industries. He was speaking at the opening of the trade fair...
Fiji missing out on cocoa potentials
The Fiji Times
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July 3, 2025
BLUE Phoenix Group Limited owner Darius Singh said Fiji must position itself as a serious player in the global cocoa industry, with international prices hitting record highs and demand outpacing supply. Mr Singh told attendees present at the...
Old Auki wharf poses safety risk
Solomon Star
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July 3, 2025
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...
QU Dongyu leads first ever Treaty Ceremony reinforcing FAO’s normative role
Food and Agriculture Organization
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Rome – FAO Director-General QU Dongyu presided over the Organization’s inaugural Treaty Ceremony, held on Monday at FAO headquarters in Rome. The event marked a significant milestone in celebrating Members’ legal and political commitment to FAO’s...
Fiji says would not welcome China military presence in Pacific
Inquirer
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July 2, 2025
SYDNEY — Fiji’s prime minister said Wednesday that China should not be allowed to gain a permanent military foothold in the strategically contested South Pacific region. China has spent years cementing its influence in a string of Pacific island...
KIWA initiative aligns with GNUT policies
The Islandsun
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June 30, 2025
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU The KIWA project aligns with the Government for National Unity and Transformation’s (GNUT) four pillars of inclusive development, rural empowerment, climate resilience and economic transformation. Minister of Environment, Climate...
Prime Minister Officially Opens 2025 National Trade Fair
Tavuli News
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July 2, 2025
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele officially opened the 2025 National Trade Fair today, describing the event as an important platform for economic development, community engagement, and the promotion of national products. Held under the theme “Trade...
Minister Fuo’o hails longstanding partnership as Australia delivers SBD60M for roads
The Islandsun
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June 27, 2025
BY NED GAGAHE Minister for the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), Hon. Ricky Fuo’o, says the bilateral relationship between Solomon Islands and Australia is long-standing, built on a foundation of mutual respect, shared values, and a...
Solomons–Australia partnership stronger
Solomon Star
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June 26, 2025
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday, 25th June met with Australia’s Minister for International Development and the Pacific, Hon. Pat Conroy MP, in Honiara. The meeting has reaffirmed the enduring partnership between Solomon Islands...
$1.6m package to support governance of mining sector
Solomon Star
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June 26, 2025
The Australian Government is offering SBD1.6 million package to support improved governance of the mining sector in Solomon Islands. Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, The Hon Pat Conroy MP, announced this on Thursday during his visit to...