Solomon Islands National Disaster Management Office

29/05/2026

The United Church Honiara Circuit has donated 2,5 tonnes of Rice for the people of Western and Choiseul Provinces affected by TC Maila...The Supplies will be shipped over the weekend.

20/05/2026

𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮

(MALD, Press Release)

Food Relief Operations Progress in Western Province Following Tropical Cyclone Maila   Under the provincial disaster response arrangement, the Livelihood Sector Committee is responsible for supporting […]

19/05/2026

𝐓𝐂 𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐀 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐄 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒

The National Disaster Council (NDC) through the National Disaster Operations Committee (N-DOC) in coordination with Provincial Disaster Committees (PDC) and Provincial Disaster Operations Committees (P-DOCs) for Western, Choiseul, Isabel, Central and Guadalcanal continues to undertake TC Maila disaster response efforts to address impacts and stabilised critical services including Health, Education and Livelihood services.

The Western P-DOC through its Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) in Gizo continues to coordinate TC Maila response efforts, working with national teams to prioritise actions, collect damage assessments, and support early recovery.

According to the Western Province SITREP latest report, PEOC in Gizo has carried out various important assessments on the following areas;

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, disease surveillance is active across four sites, recording 195 patient encounters. Malaria (32%), prolonged fever (32%), and acute diarrhoea (27%) are the most commonly reported syndromes, with malaria and influenza-like illness increasing among children under five.

The report stated that damage to health facilities and cold chain systems poses ongoing risks, while food shortages raise concerns about child malnutrition.

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, across Western, Choiseul and Guadalcanal, 84 schools have been affected, 16 with major damage. In Western Province alone, some 21 schools are impacted; 10 have major structural damage.

Two schools remain occupied as displacement camps, delaying reopening. Schools are classified into Green (open), Yellow (short closures) and Red (closed pending safety clearance) zones.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 that, houses have been destroyed, with many more damaged in coastal areas west of Gizo Town.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, where women vendors and children are identified as priority groups.

It added that displaced families, mainly women and children, sheltering at the Gizo Resource Centre lack adequate water, food and supplies. No gender-based violence cases have been formally reported, though access limitations affect monitoring.

𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Temporary shelters are operating at three schools, with evacuation shelters for school staff and families at Maneaba Community Hall, Noro Community High School, and Telina SDA Primary School.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of the N-DOC Mr. Jonathan Tafiariki commended the hard-working P-DOC and disaster response teams and members from all Sector Agencies on the ground.

“The Chair for N-DOC urge Sector Leads and Agencies to continue provide their situational updates and report daily to the NEOC and PEOCs as are very vital reports that will continue to guide P-DOC and N-DOC and other stakeholders on how we can continue to collaborate and working together to assist the victims of TC Maila and then move into the next stage, which is the recovery process,” he added.

The PEOC remains the central hub for provincial response, coordinating with national authorities to address resource gaps and support affected communities.

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04/05/2026

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮

Honiara, Solomon Islands - The Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) in Western Province is making progress in its response to the devastating impact of Tropical Cyclone Maila, with Initial Damage Assessment (IDA) teams deployed to affected areas and relief supplies being distributed.

According to situation reports from Gizo, two IDA field assessment teams were deployed to Simbo on April 25, with two more teams deployed to Rannonga and Vella Islands. The teams are conducting field assessments using Kobo-based tools, with data collection currently underway.

The logistics team is working tirelessly to manage warehousing, transportation, and liaising with Livelihood, Health, and NGOs for stocking replenishment of Non-Food Items (NFIs) and food relief.

The teams are working around the clock to ensure that relief supplies reach those in need.

The Western Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) is grateful for the support from partners, including the Solomon Islands Red Cross, World Vision, and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM).

The Provincial Health Team is continuing response operations, providing outpatient and ward services, while the Provincial Infrastructure Division has undertaken repairs and maintenance at the PEOC building premises in Gizo.

However, challenges remain, including a shortage of computers and equipment at the PEOC, network issues and power constraints in the field, and staff shortages in the health sector.

Despite these challenges, the PEOC is pushing forward with its response efforts, with plans to deploy additional IDA teams and distribute more relief supplies in the coming days.

The State of Disaster declared on April 10, 2026, for Western and Choiseul Provinces remains in effect.

04/05/2026

𝗡𝗗𝗠𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗜𝗚-𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲

Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Director of the National Disaster Council (NDC) and Chairman of the National Disaster Operation Centre (N-DOC), Mr Jonathan Tafiariki, presented the Tropical Cyclone Maila Emergency Response and Recovery Plan at the Development Partners Dialogue on Fuel Price Impacts and Tropical Cyclone Maila Response, held on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

Mr Tafiariki outlined the national disaster response and the Early Recovery Plan Action 2026, emphasising the application of national disaster arrangements to implement the plan.

He highlighted that the plan's framework includes saving lives and protecting affected populations, providing immediate life-saving assistance – food, water, education, health, shelter, and protection services, coordinating initial damage assessments and essential services, and supporting early recovery and livelihood restoration.

He acknowledged donor partners and stakeholders for their support in the emergency relief response rollout since the declaration of a state of emergency for Western and Choiseul provinces on April 10.

Prime Minister Manele announced that the Cabinet has approved the National Response and Early Recovery Plan (NRERP), with an estimated total cost of SBD 118.7 million, of which approximately 92 per cent remains unfunded.

He called on development partners to extend financial and technical support to bridge this funding gap, facilitating timely and effective recovery interventions.

26/04/2026

🚨 HEROIC ACT OF KINDNESS! 🚨
In a powerful display of local leadership, Advanced Technologies Ltd (ATL) CEO Hudson Wakio has stepped up in a massive way to support those devastated by Tropical Cyclone Maila,. This incredible donation includes 150 bags of rice worth $22,800, all destined for suffering communities in the Western and Choiseul provinces.
“Solomon Islanders we must support one another during this difficult time,” Wakio declared, emphasizing that helping his fellow citizens is his top priority,.
This life-saving relief was officially handed over to the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) today by Steven Hauraka, proving that when disaster strikes, our local heroes are ready to answer the call.
Let's show some love for this amazing contribution! ❤️🍚


:SBMONLINE

25/04/2026

SOLOMON ISLANDS RECEIVES USD500,000 PCRIC PAYOUT CYCLONE MAILA ASSISTANCE
The Solomon Islands Government, through the Ministry of Finance and Treasury, received a USD 500,000 payout from the Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC) following the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Maila.
The payout was officially presented by PCRIC CEO Aholotu Palu to the Honourable Minister of Finance and Treasury, Rexon Annex Ramofafia, with the presence of Permanent Secretary Mckinnie Dentana and Deputy Secretary Technical, Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology, Agnetha Vave Karamui on Thursday 23 April.
Tropical Cyclone Maila caused significant impacts across Western, Choiseul, and Isabel Provinces, prompting the declaration of a State of Emergency. The payout received highlights the importance of pre-arranged finance in providing immediate financial protection against natural disasters and supporting government relief efforts. This marks an important milestone for the Government in securing national parametric insurance cover, given the frequency and severity of cyclones in the region. PCRIC’s risk transfer mechanism directly supports the implementation of the Government’s Disaster Risk Financing (DRF) Strategy 2024–2027.
Through this partnership, the Government has secured insurance coverage for four major hazards: tropical cyclones, tsunamis, heavy rainfall, and earthquakes, in November, 2025, with a premium of USD$125,000 that covers these four major hazards. This demonstrates the value of proactive disaster risk financing preparedness.
Speaking during the presentation, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Treasury acknowledged PCRIC’s critical role in supporting the country’s financial preparedness and strengthening government’s, fiscal resilience agenda.
“This payout demonstrates that our proactive investment in disaster risk financing is delivering real and timely support to our people. It enables the Government to respond quickly to the needs of affected communities and strengthens our overall resilience,” the Minister said.
The Minister further expressed appreciation to PCRIC for its ongoing technical and financial support in establishing a robust financial protection framework for Solomon Islands.
“We acknowledge PCRIC as a valued partner in helping Solomon Islands build resilience against climate and disaster risks. We look forward to strengthening this collaboration in the years ahead, according to the Minister.”
The funds will be used to support early response and recovery efforts, ensuring that assistance is delivered efficiently to communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Maila.
The Solomon Islands Government reaffirmed its commitment to advancing innovative disaster risk financing solutions and strengthening partnerships that safeguard the nation’s economic stability and community resilience.

25/04/2026

⚠️ CRITICAL DISASTER RELIEF! ⚠️
The DEVASTATION is worse than we imagined! TC Maila has torn through Western Province and Choiseul, leaving a trail of SHATTERED LIVES and ruined homes. From Simbo to Mono and Vella La Vella, families are displaced and their essential food gardens have been WIPED OUT.
Managing Director Kim Durke of the KOSOL Group of Companies has shared his deepest concern for our suffering communities. But they aren't just talking—they are TAKING ACTION! 🍚🚢
In a massive move to provide immediate relief, KOSOL Group has officially DONATED AND DELIVERED 2 TONNES OF RICE (100 bags) to reach those in desperate need.
"We stand with the community during this challenging time," Mr. Durke declared, hoping this life-saving donation brings the URGENT RELIEF our people deserve.
Let's show our gratitude to KOSOL Group for standing with us in the face of disaster! ✊🙏

24/04/2026

Second Batch of NERT preparing for deployment to support the on-going TC Maila response operations in Western Province, PEOC.

Pictures: NEOC, 2026

24/04/2026

PRESS CONFERENCE
Briefing by NDC chair Mr David Hiba Hiriasia and N-DOC chair Mr Jonathan Tafiariki on relief activities in response to TC Maila. This is part of governments commitment to transparency and good communication in times of crisis