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Malaita Provincial Government to Focus on Projects Instead of Public Events

Malaita Provincial Government to Focus on Projects Instead of Public Events

The Malaita Provincial Government has announced that it will not be organising any public events this year, including celebrations for Independence Day and the province’sll second appointed day. Instead, the focus will be on completing key development projects already underway. Premier Elijah Asilaua made this announcement during an interview

Malaita Eagles Arrive in Honiara for Solomon Cup

Malaita Eagles Arrive in Honiara for Solomon Cup

The 25-man squad of the Malaita Eagles, including six team officials, has safely arrived in Honiara this morning aboard the Auki Express, ready to defend their title in the upcoming Solomon Cup football tournament. The team, led by Team Manager Walter Maesugea and Head Coach Terry Oiaka, is filled with

Malaita Myzomela U14 Teams Hold Final Briefing For Players and Parents

Malaita Myzomela U14 Teams Hold Final Briefing For Players and Parents

Auki, Malaita — Friday, June 20, 2025 The Malaita Myzomela Under-14 boys and girls football teams held their final briefing this morning at the Malaita Youth Hub. The meeting brought together players, team officials, and parents ahead of the upcoming SIFF Umi Plei tournament, which kicks off next Monday in Honiara.

MAL and SIART Program Empowers ABPO to Boost Rural Economy Through Sustainable Cocoa Farming.

MAL and SIART Program Empowers ABPO to Boost Rural Economy Through Sustainable Cocoa Farming.

North Malaita – Solomon Islands Agriculture and Rural Transformation (SIART) Program newly established Agri-Business and Producer Organization (ABPO) know as Green Ag Farm Community Company has slowing touching life of farmers through cocoa farming activities. The ABPO registered with aims to build the capacity of farmers in sustainable agriculture practices, increase

Youths from Su'u and Igwa Rebuild Impassable Igwa Bridge

Youths from Su'u and Igwa Rebuild Impassable Igwa Bridge

Young people from Su'u Harbour and Igwa communities in West Kwaio have come together to fix the Igwa Bridge, which has been too dangerous and has been impassablefor trucks to cross since last Saturday. The deteriorating state of the bridge had posed serious safety risks, leaving it unsafe

Empowering Rural Women Through Agriculture: UNDP Training Boosts Market Skills in Solomon Islands

Empowering Rural Women Through Agriculture: UNDP Training Boosts Market Skills in Solomon Islands

Malaita Province, Solomon Islands – June 3, 2025 A group of 37 women market vendors in the Busurata and Gwailiki communities of Malaita Province are now better equipped to improve their livelihoods, following a four-day agricultural training focused on post-harvest management and pest and disease control. Organized by the United Nations

MalaiTolo Guardianship Trust Concludes Successful Mentors Training in Auki, Malaita Province

MalaiTolo Guardianship Trust Concludes Successful Mentors Training in Auki, Malaita Province

Friday, May 30, 2025 – Auki, Malaita Province The MalaiTolo Guardianship Trust has successfully concluded a two-day mentorship training program today in Auki, Malaita Province, aimed at strengthening digital learning and internet hub management across partner schools in the region. A total of 11 mentors, comprising school principals and school internet

Malaita Provincial Government Hosts Youth Training to Address Rising Challenges

Malaita Provincial Government Hosts Youth Training to Address Rising Challenges

Auki, Malaita – May 29, 2025: The Malaita Provincial Government (MPG), through its Youth Division and in collaboration with the Malaita Provincial Youth Council, hosted a one-day youth training program today in Auki. The training aimed to engage young people from Auki and its surrounding communities in meaningful discussions and awareness

FIU BRIDGE REOPENS AFTER EMERGENCY WORKS — REPAIRS CONTINUE TONIGHT

FIU BRIDGE REOPENS AFTER EMERGENCY WORKS — REPAIRS CONTINUE TONIGHT

Malaita Province, Solomon Islands — May 29, 2025 🚧 Update from Fiu Bridge, Malaita Province 🚧 The Ministry of Infrastructure and Development (MID) has announced that Fiu Bridge is now reopened for public use, effective from last night, bringing much-needed relief to commuters in the Northern and Eastern regions of Malaita Province. However,

Malaita Province Receives Largest Share in Australia-Funded Community Projects

Malaita Province Receives Largest Share in Australia-Funded Community Projects

Malaita Province has secured the highest number of projects in the latest Australia Community Partnership Project awards, officially launched last week. Out of the 50 new projects announced under the initiative, 16 have been allocated to Malaita, with 14 situated on the Malaita mainland and two in the Malaita Outer

A temporary access road has been constructed under the bridge to allow trucks to cross the river and continue journeys to and from Auki.

A temporary access road has been constructed under the bridge to allow trucks to cross the river and continue journeys to and from Auki.

The long-debated Fiu Bridge in Malaita Province has finally given way, raising serious concerns for travelers and communities in East and North Malaita who depend on it as their main access to Auki town for transportation and trade. For years, the bridge’s poor condition has been a subject of

Clean Water for a Brighter Future: MPA Ward 29 Lauds Australian Community Partnership Program for Two New Water Projects.

Clean Water for a Brighter Future: MPA Ward 29 Lauds Australian Community Partnership Program for Two New Water Projects.

Two communities in Ward 29 of Central Kwara’ae Constituency are celebrating the start of a better life, thanks to two new water projects supported by the Solomon Islands – Australia Community Partnership Program. Out of more than 200 proposals submitted across the country, Ward 29 was chosen as one of

MYC President facilitates training and election of the Mareho Ward Youth Committee organised by WARA.

MYC President facilitates training and election of the Mareho Ward Youth Committee organised by WARA.

President of the Malaita Youth Council, Mr. Philip Subu, is currently in the Pipisu community of Ward 24, West Are'Are, for a two-day youth training and ward youth council setup. The training, which concluded successfully today, brought together youth leaders from across the Mareho zone, spanning from Maka

CEMA ACKNOWLEDGES FARMERS AND LEADERSHIP IN WARD 16 MALAITA PROVINCE.

CEMA ACKNOWLEDGES FARMERS AND LEADERSHIP IN WARD 16 MALAITA PROVINCE.

The Commodity Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) wishes to acknowledge the outstanding efforts of cocoa farmers in Ward 16, East Kwara’ae, whose commitment to quality production is driving real economic impact on the ground. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Hon. Preston Billy Junior, Member for Ward 16, for