Pray for Solomon Islands
The capital of the Solomon Islands, on the island of Guadalcanal.
Photo: Kahunapule Michael Johnson from Pukalani, Hawaii, United States of America, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
About Solomon Islands
The capital is Honiara. People speak English, Pijin and about 70 local languages. The largest faith is Christianity.
Source: Wikipedia, with the cited sources it lists.
Prayer briefing for Solomon Islands
Last updated October 2026. Facts come from the sources listed below.
Current events
In early September a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Matthew Wale, brought by one of his own ministers, was withdrawn on the eve of debate, and he then changed several ministers. Solomon Islands and Australia are negotiating a security treaty. Fuel prices have risen this year, and inflation is expected to climb.
We pray for: Immediate relief, safety and urgent help.
Leadership and politics
Solomon Islands is a parliamentary democracy and a Commonwealth realm. King Charles III is head of state, represented by Governor-General Sir David Tiva Kapu. Matthew Wale became Prime Minister on 15 May 2026 after Parliament removed Jeremiah Manele in a no-confidence vote. Wale has said he will listen and consult more while continuing reform.
We pray for: Wisdom, integrity and justice for those in authority.
Economic health
The IMF estimates growth of about 3.5% in 2025, slowing to about 2.6% in 2026. Inflation is expected to rise to about 5.4% in 2026, mainly because of higher fuel prices linked to the war in the Middle East. Logging is declining, gold mining may grow, and the government faces tight cash reserves.
We pray for: Provision for families and honest stewardship.
Social and cultural issues
Solomon Islands is a nation of many islands and peoples, with about 70 living local languages and Pijin as the common tongue. Past tensions between people from Guadalcanal and Malaita still need healing, and the riots in Honiara in November 2021 showed how fragile peace can be. Building trust between islands and communities remains important.
We pray for: Reconciliation, peace and protection of the vulnerable.
Spiritual landscape
About 90% of people are Christian, according to a US State Department report from 2010. The largest churches are the Anglican Church of Melanesia (about 33%), Catholic (about 19%), South Seas Evangelical (about 17%), Seventh-day Adventist (about 11%) and United Church (about 10%). About 5% follow traditional beliefs, mainly among the Kwaio people of Malaita.
We pray for: Spiritual awakening, hope and the spread of truth.
Religious freedom
The constitution protects religious freedom and bars religious tests for public office, and the US State Department has found that the government generally respects this in practice. Public schools include religious teaching agreed by the main churches, and students may be excused. The Solomon Islands Christian Association brings churches together for joint activities.
We pray for: Protection for believers and freedom to worship safely.
Historical wounds
Some of the fiercest battles of World War II were fought on Guadalcanal from 1942. The nation became independent on 7 July 1978. From 1998 to 2003 armed conflict between groups from Guadalcanal and Malaita cost about 200 lives, and a regional assistance mission helped restore order from 2003 to 2017.
We pray for: National healing, breaking old cycles and deep forgiveness.
Let us pray together
Our Father, we come to You together for Solomon Islands. Bring calm and steady hearts in this season of change. Give wisdom, integrity and justice to the Prime Minister, the ministers and all who serve. Provide for every family as fuel and food costs rise, and guide honest care of land, forests and gold. Bring reconciliation between Guadalcanal, Malaita and every island, and protect the vulnerable. Let Your hope and truth grow in every church and village. Keep believers free to worship together, heal the wounds of the tensions, and lead the nation in forgiveness and peace. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
Sources
- NIT / AAP: no-confidence vote in PM Wale pulled (Sept 2026)
- NAMPA / AFP: Solomon Islands PM toppled in no-confidence vote (May 2026)
- Wikipedia: Matthew Wale (Oct 2026)
- IMF: 2026 Article IV consultation with Solomon Islands (Jul 2026)
- Wikipedia: Solomon Islands, history, languages and leaders (Oct 2026)
- US State Department via Refworld: Religious Freedom Report, Solomon Islands (2011)
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