Australia Awards Alumna Leads Fight against Gender Based Violence
Afu Lia Billy’s journey—from a young mother escaping violence to a national leader—is a story of courage, resilience, and transformation.
At the heart of it is the Australia Awards scholarship she received in 1989.
For Ms...
Pastor Lilly’s Life–Changing Encounter at the IPPC 2025
BY JOY OFASIA
Solomon Islands was among thousands of delegates from around the world who attended the International Pastors and Partners Conference (IPPC) 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria.
Representing her country, Pastor Lilly Tafoa of the...
Widow Women from Kukum SDA Church Assist ADRA in Cocoa Grading Work
Seven Widow Women from the Kukum SDA Church in Honiara have stepped in to provide much-needed support to the ADRA Cocoa Project team, assisting with the quality grading and sorting of cocoa beans.
These women...
A Journey from Classroom to Seafood Science
“Age is not a limit. Keep learning, keep going and never let anything hold you back.”
These words from Ms. Madeline Kili Solo, Assistant Lecturer in Seafood Science at the Solomon Islands National University (SINU),...
FSC and CCC Receive Extra Funding to Support Survivors
BY JOY OFASIA
Two important organisations in the Solomon Islands – the Family Support Centre (FSC) and Christian Care Centre (CCC) – have received an additional SBD 13 million in funding.
This will help them continue...
JW Laundramart Honored with “Giving Back to the Community” Award
BY JOY OFASIA
The JW Laundramart TA Sparkle Splash Services was recently honored with the “Giving Back to the Community” award at the Young Entrepreneur Council of Solomon Islands (YECSI) Awards Night 2025.
The recognition...
Children in Honiara Urge Leaders to Build More Children’s Clinics
BY JOY OFASIA
Children in Solomon Islands are asking the government to make children’s health a top priority.
This call was made by 14-year-old Mario Dero from the Mount Austen community during a children’s forum at...
RSIPF and ADF Women Set For Futsal Exhibition Match this Friday
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Women’s Futsal Team will take on the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Women in an exhibition match this Friday, November 28, at the Friendship Hall in Honiara.
The friendly match...
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 Launched in Honiara
BY JOY OFASIA
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence was officially launched in Honiara this week, bringing together government leaders, civil society groups, and community advocates.
This year’s theme, “United to End Digital Violence...
Children Lead the Way as Solomon Islands Marks 30 Years of Protecting Child Rights
BY JOY OFASIA
Hundreds of children joined a joyful parade to celebrate International Children’s Day 2025 yesterday and 30 years since the Solomon Islands ratified the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child...
