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World Bank representatives have highlighted an opportunity for Solomon Islands to benefit from AgriConnect, a World Bank Group initiative designed to strengthen agricultural value chains and support smallholder farmers to move from subsistence to surplus production. World Bank Senior Agriculture Specialist, Mr Abimbola Adubi, presented the AgriConnect initiative in Honiara on Friday 17 July 2026 at the Heritage Park Hotel. The presentation was attended by the Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Hon Franklyn Derek Wasi; Permanent Secretary Dr Samson Viulu; officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock; and representatives from the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination (MNPDC) and the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT). Mr Adubi was in Honiara leading a World Bank team for the seventh implementation support mission for the Solomon Islands Agriculture Rural Transformation (SIART) Project from 13–17 July 2026. World Bank Senior Agriculture Speci...

The Solomon Islands Agriculture Rural Transformation (SIART) Project has made significant impacts in terms of boosting agricultural production and build resilient rural livelihoods across Guadalcanal, Malaita and Makira/Ulawa Provinces. This was highlighted during the World Bank’s seventh implementation support mission to Honiara for the SIART Project from 13 – 17 July, 2026 . Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Franklyn Derek Wasi, World Bank’s Senior Agriculture Specialist, Abimbola Adubi , senior officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock and representatives from the SIART Project. The SIART Project is a World Bank funded initiative implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL). The World Bank team was led by Abimbola Adubi, Senior Agriculture Specialist and Task Team Leader (TTL) and Allan Oliver, Senior Agriculture Specialist and the Administration and Client Services Support staff in the Honiara Country Office. The key objectives of the mission were...

The Australia-supported Solomon Islands Infrastructure Program is working with government and industry to strengthen the safety and resilience of infrastructure across Solomon Islands. Through targeted workshops with local construction contractors and government agencies, participants engaged in practical demonstrations of national social and environmental safeguard requirements, alongside best practice approaches to climate and disaster-resilient infrastructure design and delivery. Participants from Solomon Islands’ construction sector . Australian Acting High Commissioner, Andrew Schloeffel, said strong cooperation across policy, industry and project sites was already delivering more resilient infrastructure outcomes. “Cyclone Maila demonstrated once again the devastating impact of climate and natural disasters on Solomon Islands schools, clinics and roads,” Acting High Commissioner Schloeffel said. “Careful safeguards management, combined with effective planning, design and co...

Fifteen leading Australian universities visited Honiara from 13 to 14 July 2026 for a Study Australia Education Mission (Roadshow), giving Solomon Islanders a unique opportunity to explore study options, connect directly with university representatives and take the next step towards an Australian education . The roadshow welcomed Australia Awards Scholarships applicants for Intake 2027, self-funded students, alumni, and education sector partners. Through one-on-one consultations, participants gained practical information on courses, campuses, student life and the support available to help them succeed. Australia National University alumni group photo with ANU representative . Australia’s High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Jeff Roach, hosted participating universities, Australia Awards alumni Austrade representatives, and Solomon Islands Government officials at his residence on 14 July. “Every Solomon Islander who studies in Australia carries with them not only their own h...

On the shores of Keto Island in Isabel Province, seaweed farming is more than a business. It is helping families earn income, creating local jobs and opening new opportunities for women and young people. For more than five years, Keto Seaweed Farm has worked alongside communities to grow and process seaweed, supporting people involved in planting, harvesting, drying and preparing seaweed for market. Group photo after the signing of the partnership agreement between Australia and Keto Seaweed . The indigenous-owned business is now set to expand through a new partnership with Australia, strengthening production and creating more opportunities for communities in Gao and Bugotu. Under the partnership, Keto Seaweed Farm and Australia will co-invest over the next 12 months in a new storage shed, additional seaweed farming equipment, a boat and engine, and improved staff accommodation. These upgrades will help the business overcome barriers that have limited growth and increase production...

Solomon Airlines is celebrating another significant milestone in its aviation history, with First Officer Lyndah Tito Owen becoming the airline's first local female pilot to commence Airbus A320 line training. The milestone was marked this week when international services IE711 from Auckland to Port Vila and IE723 from Port Vila to Honiara were operated by Captain Claudia Walding and First Officer Lyndah Tito Owen,the airline's only two female Airbus A320 pilots. The flights represent another proud achievement for Solomon Airlines as Lyndah begins her transition to the airline's international jet operations alongside Captain Walding, Solomon Airlines' first female Airbus A320 Captain. The achievement reflects Solomon Airlines' ongoing commitment to developing local aviation talent and creating opportunities for women in aviation. Captain Claudia Walding joined Solomon Airlines in 2000 and made history in 2015 as the airline's first female Airbus A320 Cap...

The Young Entrepreneurs Council Solomon Islands (YECSI) has welcomed 60 new members during a recent induction session aimed at strengthening the country’s growing network of young business leaders. The induction brought together aspiring and emerging entrepreneurs, providing them with an overview of YECSI’s role in supporting youth-led businesses and promoting entrepreneurship across the Solomon Islands. The session also provided an opportunity for new members to introduce their businesses, share their goals, and network and interact with fellow young entrepreneurs already part of the council. YECSI Coordinator, Moses Jnr Aunama, officially welcomed the new members and emphasised the importance of collaboration and active participation within the network. “This induction marks the beginning of your journey with YECSI. We are building a strong platform where young entrepreneurs can connect, learn from each other, and grow their businesses. Your ideas, energy, and commitment will...

Tourism Solomons has successfully wrapped up what represents its biggest ever media road show meeting more than 80 of Australia and New Zealand’s highest profile travel editors and writers. The Tourism Solomons team pictured in Sydney – from left to right, PR Manager, Mike Parker-Brown; Acting CEO, Dagnal Dereveke; Head of Sales & Marketing, Fiona Teama;  Trade Manager Australia and New Zealand, Richard Skewes, and Team Leader – Short Haul Markets, Brenden Mautoa. A key component in the national tourist office’s annual overseas marketing activity, , the  Tourism Solomons team, headed by Acting CEO, Dagnal Dereveke visited Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland, taking the opportunity to meet with and update media in each city on the latest developments taking place on the Solomon Islands travel scene.   While many of those present represented general consumer writers, B2B travel industry press and several freelancers, the audience also included those media specialising in the...