Solomon Islands
Airports and roads in the Solomon set for major upgrade
The World Bank is to provide loans and a grant for roading infrastructure in Solomon Islands.
Solomons electoral candidate jailed for corruption
In Solomon Islands an electoral candidate and former government official, Henry Murray, was sent to jail for four years on Friday for corruption.
Solomon Islanders prepare to go to the polls
Today is the last day of campaigning in Solomon Islands ahead of the National General Election on Wednesday.
Rennell oil spill 'inevitable outcome of broken system'
An Australian academic and environmental management expert says the oil spill in Rennell was not just an accident but an inevitable outcome of a broken system.
Observers hope for smooth Solomons election
The chairperson of the Commonwealth Observers Group hopes the Solomon Islands election goes smoothly and that people benefit from the results.
Last chance for candidates to make mark in Solomons
The election campaign in Solomon Islands is approaching fever pitch as provincial voters still stuck in the capital scramble for space aboard ships bound for their home constituencies. Audio
Western Province, Solomons' new international gateway
The opening of Munda airport to international flights sparks hope for a tourism boom in the Solomon Islands's Western Province.
UNICEF aiming for toilets for all in Solomon Islands
One person in every three in Solomon Islands doesn't have access to toilets and UNICEF wants to end this. Audio
Solomons' main hospital in emergency mode as staff leave to vote
The main hospital in Solomon Islands has been forced into emergency mode because many staff are leaving for their home provinces to participate in the election next week.
Solomons voters urged to double check polling stations
Voters in Solomon Islands are being urged to double check the polling stations where they have been registered to vote to avoid disappointment when the polls open next Wednesday.
Agency working to reduce open defecation in Solomon Islands
UNICEF is working to increase the use of toilets in Solomon Islands and educate community leaders about the importance of sanitation.
Solomons high commission in Malaysia closed down
The Solomon Islands government is closing down the country's High Commission in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, just five years after it opened.
Solomon Islands police condemn threats ahead of election
Just days out from the election in Solomon Islands Police Commissioner Matthew Varley has condemned candidates' supporters who have reportedly been inciting people to vote using threats of…
Nationwide alcohol ban in lead-up to Solomons' election
A nationwide alcohol ban will be declared in Solomon Islands for the National General Election on Wednesday next week.Koroi Hawkins is in Honiara to cover the election, and has been gauging the public… Audio
New international airport to open in Solomons
New Zealand's investment in tourism infrastructure in the Solomon Islands is about to start paying dividends with the opening of a new international airport in the country's Western Province. Audio
Solomons police issue warning ahead of poll
Police in Solomon Islands are urging election candidates to calm their supporters following reports of heated arguments between rival groups at election rallies around the country.
Observers arrive in Solomon Islands for general elections
International Observers are continuing to arrive in Solomon Islands less than one week out from the general election.
Solomon Islands oil spill victims need clean water
Rennell Islanders in the Solomon Islands are relying on clean water shipments after a toxic oil spill near their home.
Solomon Islands counts cost of domestic and sexual violence
Domestic and sexual violence in Solomon Islands is costing companies almost a fortnight's worth of work per employee each year. Audio
