The UK Government stands with the people of Solomon Islands following the devastation caused by Tropical Cyclone Maila.
We extend our deepest sympathies to everyone affected and commend the leadership of the Solomon Islands Government, local authorities and communities for their swift response, alongside humanitarian partners.
UK support is helping people recover, rebuild, and stay safe in four key areas:
Supporting children and families to recover
Under this area the UK has provided US$150,000 to enable United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) to repair damaged homes and schools and restore access to clean water through its Today and Tomorrow Initiative. This support will help children return to learning, improve safety, and ensure families have access to basic services as communities recover.
Rapid financial support for the national response
Given the widespread damage caused by Cyclone Maila, Solomon Islands has received a rapid payout of US$500,000 through the Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC) . UK support to this regional insurance mechanism helps Pacific governments access immediate funding after disasters, easing pressure on national finances and enabling faster response for affected communities.
Meeting urgent needs in the hardest-hit communities
Through UK-backed support from the Start Fund , World Vision is helping 2,000 of the most vulnerable people with clean water, sanitation, shelter and food security. This assistance, supported by over US$270,000 in funding, is helping families meet their most critical needs.
In addition to this support, the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) has allocated $2.5 million to support urgent needs in Solomon Islands. The UK is a longstanding partner to the CERF and is the largest overall donor to the fund since its inception in 2006, contributing more than $2 billion in total over the years.
Reaching thousands with lifesaving assistance
As a partner to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies' Disaster Response Emergency Fund , the UK is supporting the Solomon Islands Red Cross Society to deliver health, water, sanitation, shelter and protection assistance to around 7,500 people. A pay out of US$350,000 has been allocated to those that have been severely affected.
The UK remains committed to standing alongside Solomon Islands as recovery efforts continue.
