政府与利益相关者被敦促打破女性领导的障碍
𝐆𝐨𝐯’𝐭, 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐔𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
由所罗门之星（Solomon Star）记者阿伦·巴拉·皮塔凯（Aaron Bara Pitaqae）报道，携手合作对于消除阻碍女性在所罗门群岛晋升至高层领导和决策角色的障碍至关重要。妇女、青年、儿童和家庭事务部的常务秘书呼吁政府之间加强合作……
Man Jailed for Domestic Violence, Escaping Lawful Custody
By ASSUMPTA BUCHANANSolomon Star, Honiara A 26-year-old man who admitted assaulting his wife and later escaping from police custody has been sentenced to six months’ imprisonment. Principal Magistrate Ben Alasia sentenced the defendant on Friday to five months’ imprisonment for domestic violence – physical abuse, and o…
Guilty Of Rape, Indecent Acts Of Child
A man has pleaded guilty to raping indecently assaulting a five-year-old girl in Central Province in an incident in 2024 and 2025. The man who cannot be named to protect the identity of the child victim has pleaded guilty to two counts of rape and two count of indecent act on a child under 15.…
Mothers the Quiet Strength Behind Solomon Islands, Says Joycelyn Manele
HONIARA – Mothers remain the quiet but powerful force holding families, communities and the nation together, according to Madam Joycelyn Manele, who has called on Solomon Islanders to continue supporting the work of the Mothers’ Union. Speaking at a Provincial Mothers’ Union fundraising event in Honiara, Madam Manele p…
𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭
Over 12 Conversion Charges ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara A woman accused of converting more than $20,000 obtained from two women on promises of work opportunities in Australia has a case to answer on 12 counts of Conversion. Loana Sisifiu faces 15 counts of Conversion. She has already pleaded guilty to three …
Man Fined $2,700 And Issued Protection Order In Domestic Violence Case
By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara A MAN has been sentenced to pay a fine of $2,700 and was also issued with a protection order after pleading guilty to assaulting wife in an incident last year in Ngella, Central Province. Principal Magistrate Elma Veenah Rizzu Hilly handed down the sentence on Wednesday after …
TOZAKA FAMILY MOURNS LOSS OF TWO WOMEN
The Tozaka family of Vella La Vella in Western Province is mourning the loss of two respected women who passed away within hours after each other over the weekend. The passing of the two women has left the Tozaka family, relatives and communities across Vella La Vella, Isabel and Gizo mourning their loss. The double tr…
TSM task force established to advance women’s political participation
The Cabinet, at its meeting on 25 September 2025, endorsed the establishment of the Solomon Islands Government Temporary Special Measures (TSM) Taskforce to strengthen women’s political participation and representation in Provincial Assemblies. This is a milestone in the ongoing work led by the Ministry of Women, Youth…
First Local Catholic Nun To Join St. Vincent de Paul Charity
The Catholic Diocese of Auki in Malaita Province celebrated a historic milestone over the weekend as Sister Jeanear Nauta became the first local Solomon Islander to make her final profession with the St. Vincent de Paul Charity Congregation. Sister Jeanear, who comes from Buma in West Kwaio, Malaita Province, made her …
PANATINA WARD 12 WIDOWS GAIN NEW COOKING SKILLS
Honiara City Councillor for Panatina Ward 12, Lydia Yeo, together with the Solomon Islands Widows Association (SIWA), successfully conducted a cooking workshop over the weekend at the Perch School in East Honiara. The workshop brought together widows from different communities within Panatina Ward 12 to learn practical…
Mother’s Day Tribute
On behalf of all students of the Solomon Islands National University, we extend our heartfelt appreciation, honor, and deepest gratitude to all mothers of students and to every mother throughout the Solomon Islands. Today, we pause to recognize and celebrate the priceless role mothers play in shaping families, communit…
NPF Female Staff Celebrate Mother’s Day
Female staff of the Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (NPF) celebrated Mother’s Day at the NPF Office on Friday, 8 May 2026. The celebration coincided with a cake-cutting ceremony and light refreshments. Mothers Day is normally celebrated every second Sunday during the month of May. In a joint statement, the fema…
Court of Appeal Sentences Rapist Dad To 16 Years
After he was initially sentenced to only nine years By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara The Court of Appeal has significantly increased a prison sentence in a rape case, raising the term from nine years to 16 years after ruling that the original sentence was “manifestly inadequate.” In a judgment delivered recen…
Councillor Supports Women In Cleanup Effort At Panatina
Honiara City Councillor for Panatina Ward 12, Cr. Lydia Yeo, this weekyled a successful community clean-up initiative in partnership with the Panatina Widows Association and residents of the Jackson Ridge community. The activity, held on Wednesday 6th May 2026, focused on the collection of household waste and roadside …
WPYC President Hails New Youth Centre
The President of the Western Province Youth Council (WPYC) has described the newly opened Youth Centre in Gizo as a historic milestone for the young people of Western Province. Speaking during the official opening of the new Youth Hub in Gizo a fortnight ago, Langi Sunga, said the council, as the voice representing chi…
Man to plead to domestic violence, unlawful wounding charges
A man accused of repeatedly assaulting and stabbing his wife in Honiara is expected to return to court on May 6 to enter a possible plea. The defendant faces one count of Domestic Violence – Physical Abuse and two counts of Unlawful Wounding. He recently appeared on remand before the Honiara Magistrate’s Court, where t…
Gizo Youth Centre, a Milestone for Western Province
This facility is a tangible investment for youths By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo Minister for the Ministry of Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening (MPGIS), Rollen Seleso, has described the completion of the multi-million dollar Gizo Youth Centre, Western Province as a major milestone for Western Pro…
MYCFA Hands Over ICT Equipment to Provincial Youth Office
Western Province Youths to benefit from equipment By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo The Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs (MWYCFA), in collaboration with UNICEF, has handed over Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment to Provincial Youth Office in Western Province. The handover cere…
Solomons take steps towards ending violence against females
Nationwide consultations are underway across the Solomon Islands, led by the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs (MWYCFA) in collaboration with civil society organisations, local communities, and technical partner UN Women. This is to develop the Solomon Islands’ first-ever National Prevention Strateg…
Malaita women review six-year strategic plan at AGM
The AGM also focus on strengthening existing systems By SOLOMON LOFANA Solomon Star, Auki The President of the Malaita Province Council of Women, Rebecca Awa, says one of the key priorities of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) is to update members on the organisation’s six-year strategic plan. She made this statement in…
Malaita women leaders meet in Auki AGM
By SOLOMON LOFANA Solomon Star, Auki The Malaita Provincial Council of Women successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Auki on Thursday. The meeting brought together leaders from established ward councils of women, as well as representatives from affiliated groups across the province. The AGM is an annual e…
SINPF Ladies Join International Women’s Day Commemoration
Female staff of the Fund have been acknowledged for their dedication and valuable contributions Female staff from various departments within Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) office in Honiara took time out to participate in the International Women’s Day celebration last week. The annual event was held in…
Breaking Barriers In Construction
Fiona Siosi’s Story of Resilience and Excellence in Construction Testing Women plays an important role nation-building. Last week Solomon Islands joined the globe to mark International Women’s Day 2026 celebrations in Honiara The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) as part of the celebration shared one such in…
International Women’s Day Marked to Promote China–Solomon Cultural Exchange
Solomon Islands Chinese Women’s Association Hosts International Women’s Day to Promote China–Solomon Cultural Exchange Solomon Islands Chinese Women’s Association hosted a celebration for International Women’s Day on Sunday evening March 8, 2026. The event was held at AJ Barden Betikama Restaurant in Malango Ward. Gues…
Chinese Embassy Gifts Sewing Machines to Solomon Islands Women
Peoples Republic of China (PRC) Supports Solomon Islands women with sewing machines By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara The Chinese Embassy on Thursday donated 40 sewing machines through the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs to support women’s empowerment and improve livelihoods in rural comm…
Western Province Expands Economic Opportunities for Women
By ULUTAH GINASolomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Government (WPG) has expanded economic opportunities for women through the establishment of markets and women-led initiatives across the province. Provincial Secretary Patrick Toiraena highlighted this during the International Women’s Day celebration in Gizo provi…
Opposition Leader Acknowledges Women During Their Day
Opposition Leader Matthew Wale has acknowledged women for their contribution to the country’s economy. He issued the statement during International Women’s Day on Tuesday. “As we celebrate this year’s, International Women’s Day, I extend my warmest greetings and deepest appreciation to the women of Solomon Islands. “Wo…
PM: rate of gender-based violence against women unacceptable
Solomon Islands continues to face some of the highest rates of violence against women and girls globally. The concern was highlighted as the country joined the rest of the world to commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8. This year’s global theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,” calls for u…
Women, Girls Lead Construction of New Youth Hub Center
Women and girls in the Valapata community, Vella La Vella, Western Province are taking bold steps in community development by leading the construction of a new Youth Hub Center, demonstrating the growing role of women in leadership and decision-making. The SPC PPAC Phase 7 funded project has brought together mothers, y…
Gizo Woman Leader Calls for Self-Reliance
Founder and Director of Gizo Women in Business, Ms. Esther Tully Suti has called on women in Gizo to embrace self-reliance and economic independence, rather than depending on government assistance or their spouses. Ms. Suti made the remarks during an exclusive interview with the media alongside her husband, following t…
Video gaming leading to problem gambling for Pasifika
AUCKLAND, (RNZ PACIFIC) — Shocking insights from a new study have confirmed that online video gaming is a gateway to problem gambling for Pasifika youth. The New Zealand research has been carried out by three organisations – Pasifika Youth Online Gaming and Gambling Research, Mapu Maia Pasifika Service and Mo…