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Minister Napuat says MoU will strengthen community policing between the RSIPF and VPF

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will recognise and strengthen the importance of community policing, a statement highlighted by the Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Vanuatu, Hon. Andrew Solomon Napuat, during the MoU signing in Honiara on 18 August 2026. Hon.

20 Aug 2026

Solomon Islands-Australia relations
AFP hands over two NAIAD vessels to strengthen RSIPF Maritime operations
By Agnes Menanopo The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has handed over two new NAIAD vessels to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Marine Division to strengthen its maritime policing and operational capabilities.
13 Aug 2026
Police investigate a fatal accident involving the death of a young man
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) at the National Traffic Department (NTD) are investigating a fatal accident involving the death of a young man at the western end of Lunga Bridge yesterday afternoon (13 April 2026).
14 Apr 2026
Court
Police advise public to control use of social media ahead of judgement on Constitutional Case
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is calling on all members of the public to exercise responsibility and restraint in their use of social media platforms ahead of the Chief Justice’s judgment on the case between the new coalition and government scheduled for tomorrow at 1:00pm.
13 Apr 2026
Policies
Police confirm three missing persons from Choiseul found safe in Isabel Province
Taro police have confirmed that three individuals who were reportedly missing on Sunday, 5 April 2026, during the Tropical Cyclone (TC) Maila in Wagina have been found safe in Isabel Province.
11 Apr 2026
RAPPP strengthens RSIPF fire and rescue ICT capability
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Fire and Rescue Service has received new information and communications technology (ICT) equipment through a donation from the RSIPF and AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), enhancing its ability to deliver modern, high-quality training and…
7 Mar 2026
RSIPF
RSIPF warns communities of bomb blasting at Alligator Creek
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department (EODD) will conduct a live demolition of bombs at Hells Point, in the Alligator Creek area east of Honiara, on 24th February 2026.
23 Feb 2026
Policing
Police arrest prime suspect in relation to violent attack on CCECC workers
Auki police have arrested a 40-year-old male prime suspect who allegedly attacked one of the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) workers at the Kolofe campsite, in the northern part of Malaita Province.
15 Feb 2026
Policing
RSIPF to participate in DUBAI World SWAT Challenge
Eight officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) left the country to participate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Challenge, which will happen from 7 to 11 February 2026.
2 Feb 2026
Police call on victims to report any police ill actions in Gold Ridge to PSII
Acting Commissioner of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) Mr. Mathias Lenialu calls on any victim of the alleged police misconduct at Gold Ridge to come forward with evidence and report it to the Professional Standards Internal Investigation Department (PSII).
29 Jan 2026
Governance
Police appeal for mutual respect and noise control in Honiara communities
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is appealing to all communities in and around Honiara to respect one another and maintain peace within their neighbourhoods on a daily basis.
28 Jan 2026
Police investigates burning of machines at Gold Ridge
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) has commenced investigation into the burning of around 30 machines belonging to the Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRLM) last night. Those involved are yet to be identified while assessment of the incident is ongoing.
21 Jan 2026
Crime
Investigation underway on police officer who allegedly mistreats wife
The Professional Standard Internal Investigation Department (PSII) of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) is investigating a police officer who allegedly mistreated his wife.
16 Jan 2026
Ray boat found in Dai island
Auki police have confirmed that a ray boat with a 40-horse power Yamaha engine was found in Dai Island, North Malaita. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Malaita Province Superintendent Michael Ramosaea said the community elders from Dai Island have confirmed that they found the boat but…
12 Jan 2026
Solomon Islands-Australia relationship
Solomon Islands and Australia Progress Work on Flagship Police Academy Project
Senior officials from the Solomon Islands and Australian Governments met in Honiara on Thursday 18 December to progress implementation of the new flagship Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Police Academy.
19 Dec 2025
Tulagi police participate with more than a hundred children to mark the International Children’s Day
Tulagi police have participated with more than a hundred children to mark the International Children’s Day on 21 November 2025 in Tulagi, Central Islands Province.
26 Nov 2025
Maritime
Police detains locally registered foreign vessel for breaching license conditions
Police Maritime of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) have arrested and detained a foreign local registered vessel for breaching its license condition at Indispensable Reef out of Renbel province recently.
31 Oct 2025
Development
MPNSCS Signs Land Lease with Kariki Landowners
The Ministry of Police National Security & Correctional Services (MPNSCS) proudly announces the official signing of a land lease agreement with the Kariki landowners yesterday.
21 Oct 2025
Investigations
Police Respond to Narco-Sub Report, Urge Citizens to Report Suspicious Vessels
By Lachlan Eddie The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has confirmed the discovery of a suspected narco-submarine in North-East Malaita, marking the third of such finds in the country.
9 Oct 2025
Maritime
Ministry of Police and UNODC Partner to Enhance Maritime Security Capacity Through Innovative Village Leader Training
The Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services of the Solomon Islands, in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), is holding a consultant training initiative to strengthen maritime security in the Solomon…
24 Sept 2025