Infrastructure & Water Security: Solomon Water says major structures are complete for three new concrete reservoirs in Honiara—Tasahe (3ML), Titinge (3.05ML) and Panatina (2.5ML)—with disinfection, leakage testing, and commissioning now underway under the Urban Water Supply, Sanitation Sector Project. Road Safety & Public Cooperation: Honiara’s Mendana Avenue roadworks (Heritage Park to Honiara City Council roundabout) are continuing, and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development is urging drivers and pedestrians to follow traffic controllers’ instructions after an incident of violence against a controller. Digital Skills for Students: West Makira Constituency supported 53 students with 41 laptops and 12 smartphones to boost digital learning across USP, SINU and other local institutions. Cash Transfer Tech Check (Malaita): A US consultant visited Auki for a TrigaCash consultation, collecting feedback on how people heard about the initiative and where registration fell short ahead of a second phase. Food Safety for EU Seafood Exports: Fisheries officials from Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu trained in Suva on new EU freezer-vessel rules that could affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific vessels. Education & Employment Pathways: Papapi Technical School in Gizo graduated 56 students, with education leaders stressing technical training as a route into the labour market and further study. Health & Sanitation: UNICEF WASH highlights ongoing sanitation and hygiene gaps, linking open defecation and unsafe school toilets to diarrhoea risk and missed classes. Agriculture Research: Rice experts from China’s Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences began a two-month mission with Solomon Islands’ agriculture ministry to support mechanised commercial rice farming and reduce reliance on imported rice. Regional Tech in Sport: LiveU says remote VAR has been delivered across the Pacific for the OFC Pro League, aiming to solve customs and connectivity barriers that previously blocked VAR in island settings. Disaster Monitoring: After a powerful Philippines earthquake, Pacific coastal monitoring systems were placed on alert for possible tsunami impacts, including Solomon Islands, though New Zealand reported no threat to its coast. Coconut Industry R&D: KIK’s R&D review points to work on replacing aging palms, boosting productivity, and tackling invasive pests and diseases under a new coconut policy and strategic plan. Coral Triangle Conservation: Updates from Coral Triangle partners highlight community-led marine protected area progress, including Green List steps for Arnavon Community Marine Park in the Solomon Islands. Chess Gains International Recognition: The Solomon Islands Chess Federation says its president’s invitation to a Manila bughouse championship reflects growing global recognition for local chess. Earthquake: GFZ reported a 5.1-magnitude quake in Solomon Islands on Friday. Doc Edge Festival (Regional Media): Doc Edge Festival 2026 announced international documentary finalists and immersive projects, with screenings across Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch plus a virtual cinema option.