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★ About the RSIPF

A century of service to Solomon Islands.

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force has protected our people since 1893 — through colonial administration, independence, the tensions of the early 2000s, and into a modern, community-focused era. We are sworn to act with integrity, fairness, and respect for every person we serve.

Who we are

The RSIPF is the national policing service of the Solomon Islands. Around 1,800 sworn officers and civilian staff serve from the headquarters at Rove, and through provincial commands, urban stations, and community police posts in remote islands.

We are organised under the Police Act and answer to the Commissioner of Police, who is appointed by His Majesty's Governor-General on advice of the Prime Minister. Officers swear an oath to serve the people of Solomon Islands without fear, favour, or ill-will.

Strategic priorities, 2026–2028

Our three-year plan focuses on four priorities, agreed with the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services and shared publicly:

  • Community trust. Open communication, visible patrols, and accountable conduct in every interaction.
  • Women in policing. Lifting the share of women officers to 25% by 2028, with targeted recruitment and leadership pathways.
  • Rural response. Faster, better-equipped response in remote islands, including new posts in Temotu and Choiseul.
  • Digital evidence. Modernised forensic and cyber-investigation capability to keep pace with how crimes are committed today.

Integrity & complaints

The Professional Standards Unit investigates complaints against officers and reports independently to the Commissioner. If you believe an officer has acted improperly, you can report it at any station, by phone on 21000, or in writing to the Professional Standards Unit, PO Box 6, Honiara.

At a glance
  • Established
    1893
  • Sworn officers
    1,800+
  • Provinces served
    All 9 provinces + Honiara
  • Headquarters
    Rove, Honiara

The Sentinel Pledge

Recited at every passing-out parade

"I will serve the people of Solomon Islands with integrity, fairness, and courage. I will protect life and property, uphold the law without favour, and act always within the trust placed in me."

★ Leadership

The Commissioner's Office

The Commissioner of Police is supported by two Deputy Commissioners and a small executive team based at Rove.

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Commissioner James Sale

Commissioner of Police

Appointed 2024. Career officer with 28 years' service, formerly Deputy Commissioner (Operations).

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Mary Kalemia

Deputy Commissioner (Operations)

Oversees frontline operations, traffic, and provincial command across all nine provinces.

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Daniel Tovua

Deputy Commissioner (National Security)

Responsible for criminal investigations, intelligence, and the Police Response Team.

★ Publications

Reports & strategic documents

Annual reports, strategic plans, and policy documents — all publicly available for download.

All publications
RSIPF Annual Report 2025Latest
PDF · 88 pages · Feb 2026
Strategic Plan 2026–2028New
PDF · 32 pages · Jan 2026
Community Policing Framework 2025
PDF · 20 pages · Jul 2025
★ Partnerships

Memoranda of understanding

Formal agreements with domestic agencies, regional bodies, and international partners — reviewed annually. Full text available on request.

View all MOUs
International · Australian Federal Police

Capacity building & training assistance

Signed Jan 2026Active
Regional · Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police

Regional intelligence sharing

Signed Nov 2022Active
Domestic · Family Support Centre

Safenet family-violence referral pathway

Signed Aug 2023Active