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Police investigate burning of thirteen houses in East Makira

Thirteen houses, including a fuel depot and kitchens, were burnt down at Naharahau village, Wainoni, in East Makira over the weekend. The incident happened on 13 September 2026, where a group of people allegedly burnt down dwelling houses and kitchens and destroyed food gardens.

15 Sept 2026

Border Security
Australian Deputy Prime Minister opens Western border outpost facility
Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles, and Solomon Island’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Public Service, the Hon Francis Sade, officially opened the Western Border Outpost today in the Shortland Islands, Solomon Islands.
17 Aug 2026
RSIPF arrests lifetime murder convict following nearly three years on the run
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has successfully arrested lifetime murder convict and prison escapee Hency BOSALIA, who had been unlawfully at large since escaping from custody on 2 November 2023.
4 Aug 2026
RSIPF investigates burning of dump truck at Belaha in Central Guadalcanal
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Henderson Police Station is investigating the burning of a dump truck at Belaha in Central Guadalcanal. The incident allegedly occurred over the weekend when a group of masked individuals set the vehicle on fire.
16 Jul 2026
Ministry launches Corporate Plan 2025–2028 to strengthen Security and Public Service delivery
The Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has officially launched its Corporate Plan 2025–2028, setting out a strategic roadmap to strengthen national security, improve institutional performance, and enhance service delivery across the Ministry over the next three…
29 Jun 2026
Joint operation intercepts suspected vessel linked to transnational crime
A joint operation between the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), Solomon Islands Customs, and Immigration have successfully intercepted a cargo vessel in Renbel Province suspected of involvement in transnational organised criminal activities operating within the Pacific region.
19 Jun 2026
Court
RSIPF Appeals for Calm ahead of Court of Appeal decision
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) appeals to the members of the public, especially in Honiara, to remain calm ahead of the Court of Appeal (CoA) decision on the case between the government and the new coalition, which will be announced tomorrow.
30 Apr 2026
Communities urged to support frontline Crime Prevention Committees
By Alfred Pagepitu Community-based Crime Prevention Committees (CPCs) are being recognised as key frontline partners in supporting law and order across Solomon Islands.
30 Apr 2026
Prime Minister welcomes new Police Commissioner, calls for discipline and reform
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele today reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to law and order and national stability during the commissioning parade of Police Commissioner Ian Vaevaso at the Rove Parade Ground.
29 Apr 2026
A suspect arrested for importation of methamphetamine
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) has arrested a male suspect following the confiscation of about 1 kilogram of methamphetamine sent through posted mail recently. RSIPF Commissioner Mr.
28 Apr 2026
MPNSCS hosts key UXO consultation in Makira Province
The Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Unit of the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNS&CS), under the leadership of Director Benzily Kasutaba, convened a critical UXO consultation in Makira Province on Tuesday this week.
20 Mar 2026
PS Beck congratulates RSIPF Officers bound for UN Peacekeeping mission to South Sudan
The National Government, through the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Collin Beck, congratulated eight Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) officers on their upcoming deployment to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan.
17 Mar 2026
Exercise Coastwatchers training hits the water
Exercise Coastwatchers continues this week, with the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) demonstrating their skills on the water. As part of the exercise, RSIPF and ADF members are undertaking courses on small boat maintenance and operations.
13 Mar 2026
Security
Australian Defence Force members arrive for the first exercise Coastwatchers of 2026
Twenty-two Australian Defence Force (ADF) members have arrived in Solomon Islands to begin the first activities for Exercise Coastwatchers in 2026. Exercise Coastwatchers is the premier exercise between the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and the ADF to build sovereign policing capacity.
12 Mar 2026
UXO
Solomon Islands delegation concludes UXO study tour to Lao PDR
A Solomon Islands Government delegation from the National UXO Inter-Agency Legislative Review Committee has successfully concluded a five-day official study tour to Laos (Lao PDR) from 16–20 February 2026. The delegation was led by Mr.
4 Mar 2026
SI-PRC Relations
PM Manele attends Lantern Festival celebration and Chinatown Police Post-handover
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele attended the Lantern Festival celebration and Chinatown Police Post-handover at Chung Wah School Hall. The event brought together Ministers of the Crown, Members of Parliament, the Mayor of Honiara City, the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, senior…
3 Mar 2026
Police
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
Security
RSIPF farewell six CPLT members
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) held a farewell ceremony for six China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) members at Rove police headquarters recently. The ceremony was attended by members of the RSIPF Executive and CPLT and was conducted in a small but meaningful setting.
11 Feb 2026
Police
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
RSIPF strengthens leadership with new Sergeants Program
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), supported by the partnership with the Australian Federal Police (AFP), has successfully delivered its first Sergeants Level Leadership and Management Development Program.
23 Jan 2026