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MEHRD highlights strengths and weaknesses across subjects

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BY SYLVANA TEKUMAHA

The Ministry of Education and Human Resources (MEHRD) reveals performance of the National Examination results for 2025 across secondary school with strengths in some subjects but ongoing concern in others.

According to the results, the national pass rate for form-3 is 52.9 percent, form-5 with 65 percent and form-6 with 53.8 percent.

This pass rates shows the national percentage of students who have passed all their national examinations, achieving more than 50 in their final scores.

At form-3 level, there remains a significant concern in Mathematics and Science, as for Mathematics only 40 percent of students achieved at or above the expected proficiency levels for whereas 37 percent students did so for Science.

These results highlight the urgent need for continued and targeted interventions to strengthen foundational learning outcomes.

Improved results for form-3 were in Social Studies and English, showing 74.3 percent and 64.3 percent students achieved at or above the expected proficiency levels.

For form-5, highest number of candidates achieved above the national score of 50 in Home Economics (67.6 per cent), Industrial Arts (67.6 percent), Agriculture (65.3 percent), Science (61.8 percent), Business Studies (58.2 percent), New Testament (58 percent), Mathematics (58 percent), Social Studies (57.7 percent) and English (57.7 percent).

The strongest performance for form-6 was recorded in Computer Studies, with 90.3 percent of candidates achieving at or above 50. This was followed by Design Technology with 78.7 percent and Physics with 77.1 percent.

MEHRD officially released the National Examination and Placement Results for form-3, form-5, and form-7 students on January 14 and 16.

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Top 10 secondary schools in 2025 national examinations

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BY SYLVANA TEKUMAHA

The Ministry of Education and Human Resources (MEHRD) have recorded top ten secondary schools in the country based on the National Examinations results of 2025.

King George Sixth (KGVI) Secondary School topped the list, followed by St Joseph Catholic Secondary School and Betikama Adventist College in second and third place.

Also ranked in the top 10 schools are Selwyn College, Su’u Secondary School, Aligegeo Secondary School, Chun Wah Secondary School, Goldie College, Bishop Epalle Secondary School and Townend SDA Community High School.

The results from the National Examinations should enable students to take the next step in their educational journey and assist families, schools, and education providers in planning for the 2026 academic year.

The 2025 examination outcomes show an encouraging improvement in access to secondary education, with a greater number of students progressing through the system compared to previous years, reflecting the country’s continued support for student learning.

The Government remains committed to ensuring that students who are unable to secure immediate placement are provided with alternative opportunities where possible, including expanded TVET pathways, community high schools, and other education and training options.

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MEHRD reminds schools to charge only approved school fees

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BY SYLVANA TEKUMAHA

The Ministry of Education and Human Resources (MEHRD) reminds Education Providers and School Principals to only charge schools fees that are approved.

According to MEHRD, schools who charge beyond the fees approved are breaching the Ministerial Order they implement and if they wish to charge fees beyond the approved maximum, they must seek prior written approval from the Minister of MEHRD, supported with evidence-based justification.

The justification must include;

  1. The school’s projected expenditure for the 2026 financial year;
  2. Key operational and development costs;
  3. Revenue sources, including:
  4. School grants
  5. Expected fee collections based on student enrolment
  6. Any other sources of income

According to the existing administrative instruction issued by the Permanent Secretary, MEHRD prohibits National examination fees for students in Year 9, Year 11, and Year 12, registration or administration fees and transfer fees for students approved to transfer from one school to another.

MEHRD explains that schools intending to introduce or charge any additional fee must first consult and seek advice from the Permanent Secretary and final approval from their Ministry.

The maximum amount of school fees that may be charged for school for a year is as follows:

Primary schools may charge up to $1,200 in urban areas and $250 in non-urban areas.

For junior secondary, the maximum is $2,000 in urban and $800 in non-urban, while senior secondary non-boarding schools may charge up to $4,000 in urban centres and $3,000 in non-urban areas.

For boarding schools doing Junior Secondary in urban areas, schools may charge up to $4,500 and $2,800. For non-urban boarding schools in Senior Secondary schools may charge up to $9,000, as for non-urban school it is $7,200.

MEHRD expects everyone to comply to the instructions to ensure there is equity, transparency, and orderly commencement of the academic year across schools.

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WPG delegation heading to Japan

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BY BEN BILUA
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THE Provincial Secretary of Western Province is heading to Japan to meet and hold discussions with donor partners on development initiatives.

Patrick Toiraena will depart this Sunday to attend a three-day workshop and discussion under the LEADS (Lead. Adapt. Scale.) Program, a collaboration between the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the World Bank, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC).

Speaking to Island Sun, he said the workshop will bring together teams from selected projects financed by ADB, JICA, the World Bank and IFC across the region.

Toiraena said the focus areas of the program include infrastructure, governance and health.

He said the workshop aims to build participants’ capacity to understand impact evaluation techniques and to develop practical skills in applying impact evaluation to their respective projects.

“It aims to establish a regional learning agenda that integrates global evidence and trial-and-adopt impact evaluations into project design and implementation,” Toiraena said.

He said the program is co-created with policymakers, operational teams and researchers to help steer projects towards achieving greater development impact.

Toiraena said the workshop is hosted by the World Bank Group with support from ADB and will be held in Tokyo from January 26 to 29.

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Solomon Islands property market website set to launch soon

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BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

The Solomon Islands Property Market official website launch is set for February 1st.

The Solomon Islands Property Market is a platform that aims to extend Solomon Islands real estate.

The platform will focus on renters, landlords, buyers and sellers, not only to the domestic market, but also to international expats.

Most Solomon Islands real estate is marketed through Facebook and can commonly be closed off to a particular group or region.

However, by creating a website, Solomon Islands Property Market aims to provide a free and open space for users from all platforms.

Solomon Islands Property Market is a free, user-friendly platform designed to connect buyers, renters, and property managers across the Solomon Islands and internationally.

The site will enable fast property listings, with photos uploaded and listings live within two days, providing immediate exposure to potential clients.

Users will be able to communicate directly with property managers for clear and reliable information, while visitors can explore the local property market, stay informed with current news, and access property opportunities both locally and from abroad.

This service is provided free of charge for all users. 

There won’t be any in person activities or events for the launch since it will be a virtual launch, where people access the website created and navigate its features.

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Police open inquiry into Airahu death

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BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

Police in Auki, Malaita Province, have opened an inquiry into the death of an elderly man whose body was found along the shoreline at Airahu in West Kwara’ae, raising concerns among relatives over the circumstances surrounding his death.

Malaita Province Police Commander (PPC), Michael Ramosaea confirmed this in an exclusive interview on Thursday, saying the incident had occurred on Saturday, January 10.

According to Mr Ramosaea, the deceased, believed to be between 50 and 60 years old, had gone fishing at around 1pm that day.

His body was later discovered on the shore at approximately 5pm after he failed to return home, Ramosaea said.

Ramosaea said the death has been classified as suspicious, prompting police to formally open an inquiry file while awaiting further information and medical reports.

He explained that relatives of the deceased alerted police after discovering the body, and officers promptly attended to the scene alongside medical personnel.

“This matter is of concern because the deceased was expected to appear in court over a land dispute. His family members have expressed fears that his death may be linked to that ongoing land issue,” he said.

He said police were also informed by relatives that the individual who reportedly found the body was allegedly an opposing party in the same land dispute, further heightening suspicions.

“As a result, we are treating the matter with caution and are gathering all relevant information before determining the next steps,” he said.

Ramosaea said the inquiry was opened to allow police to properly document emerging details as they continue to receive information from the community.

He added that once the report is finalized and sufficient evidence is collected, police may escalate the matter into a full criminal investigation.

“At this stage, we are waiting for the doctor’s report. If there is enough credible and reliable information indicating foul play, police will not hesitate to launch a criminal investigation,” he said.

Police are urging members of the public with relevant information to cooperate with police as investigations continue.

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BETTER RESULTS

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Improved exam outcomes for 2025 compared to 2024, says Education ministry

BY SYLVANA TEKUMAHA

The Ministry of Education and Human Resources (MEHRD) national examination results show improvement in 2025 results compared to that of 2024.

According to data for form-3, the progression rate to form-4 was 84.1 percent, an increase of 27 percent compared to 2024.

Female students who progressed from form-3 to form-4 is at 53 percent, an improvement in education access to secondary schools.

There is an improvement from 3.4 percent compared to 2024 for form-5, with the transition rate of 44.7 percent.

Female participation was higher with 3,438 sitting for the form-5 examinations whereas there were only 3,234 male students.

For form-6, there is improvement in student access, with an increase of 17.1 percent in 2024 to 19 percent in 2025, showing a 2 percent gain.

The 2025 examination outcomes show an encouraging improvement in access to secondary education, with more students progressing through the school system compared to previous years, reflecting the country’s continued support for student learning.

MEHRD acknowledges that access to secondary education remains a challenge and will require collective efforts of all stakeholders to ensure there is greater opportunity for children to complete secondary education.

The results were signed by supervising Minister of MEHRD Jimson Tanangada on January 14 and 16.

Tanangada congratulated all students who sat the 2025 national examinations and acknowledged the collective efforts of parents, guardians, teachers, and school leaders across the country in supporting students’ learning.

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New chief enthroned for Paraso in Vella la Vella, Western province

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CHIEF Hosea Galozapu has been formally enthroned as the chief representing the Midukuburu Sambe Tribe in Paraso community, North Vella La Vella, Western Province.

The enthronement ceremony took place at Paraso village on Wednesday this week, where Mr Galozapu made his oath and received blessings from senior chiefs in accordance with custom and tradition.

Members of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force were also present to witness the historic occasion.

Paramount Chief of the Midukuburu Sambe Tribe, Rence Sore said the ceremony was witnessed by a total of 40 chiefs representing different tribes across Vella La Vella.

He said the enthronement reflects the long-standing tradition of the Midukuburu Sambe Tribe in appointing and recognising a new headman to lead and represent the community.

“Galozapu is now the shield, the spear and the heart of the Paraso community when it comes to decision-making processes,” Sore said.

He adds that Galozapu is now an official member of the Midukuburu Sambe Tribe’s decision-making body, which extends across Vella La Vella and Ranongga Islands.

Sore said the tribe is determined to put its leadership and structures in proper order as development continues to move into the islands.

“We want to put the tribe in proper order before we welcome any development. This is not only about development aspirations, but also about keeping our communities safe and united,” he said.

Sore acknowledged the support of fellow chiefs, the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force and the Paraso community for their cooperation, which contributed to the successful hosting of the enthronement ceremony.

Former police officer to appear before court on March 23

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BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

The former police officer arrested and accused of selling beer illegally during Christmas and New Year at Wairokai in West Are’are, Malaita province, will appear before the court on March 23.

Malaita Province Police commander (PPC) Michael Ramosaea told this paper yesterday that police on Malaita arrested the officer and confiscated 12 cartons of beer on Friday, January 9.

He also alleged that the officer was involved in the sale of locally brewed alcohol (kwaso).

Ramosaea said that the 64-year-old former police officer was released on bail before his court hearing, which is set to be held at Maka Police Station. 

Ramosaea said the suspect has been charged with unauthorised sales of liquor under the Liquor Act.

He said that his action of selling liquor allegedly led to some unwanted activities and related incidents at Wairokai during the Christmas and New Year.

He said police also received reports from chiefs at Wairokai that a person who had died in his sleep at the same village was due to consuming locally brewed alcohol (kwaso) of second grade.

“It was a sad story for his people, noting the communities of the increasing number of brewers in the village,” he said.

Ramosaea, meanwhile, called on the villagers to report those involved in brewing locally made alcohol (Kwaso) and unauthorised sales of liquor to the police.

Heavy rain, strong wind warnings for Solomon Islands cancelled

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BY MORRIS NAFU

The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) announced the cancellation of its heavy rain and strong wind warnings, as weather conditions have improved significantly across the region yesterday.

SIMS advised residents in a statement that the situation is now below the warning threshold, effectively canceling the alerts.

All alerted provinces are expected to experience sunshine, allowing people to resume their daily activities without concern.

“The strong wind warning previously issued for all waters is now canceled,” the statement said.

“A trough lies just south of Solomon Islands.

“The expected west to northwest winds of 20 to 25 knots over waters of Solomon Islands are now below the warning threshold and have been canceled.”

This update follows earlier advisories that had prompted caution due to potential severe weather.

Authorities recommend staying informed through official channels for any future changes, though current forecasts indicate stable conditions.

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