About the Solomon Islands National Statistics Office
The Solomon Islands National Statistics Office (SINSO) is a Government department / division within the Ministry of Finance and Treasury. The SINSO is mandated to compile and disseminate official statistics of the Solomon Islands guided under the Statistics Act 1970 (Amendments 2007) and the Census Act 1959.
The SINSO serves as the leading source of quality data on the population and economy. The Government Statistician (GS) and his Statistics Management team lead the SINSO.
The office is made up of four sections which include:
- Economic Statistics Unit
- Social and Demography Statistics Unit
- Census and Survey Statistics Unit
- Executive Management and Support Services Unit
Our Services
- Design standardized statistical instruments for producing the Solomon Islands’ statistics: harmonized classifications, organizational methods and structures, and technical standards.
- Harmonise statistical information: drawing up set common concepts, languages and tools for producing statistics.
- Produce the Solomon Islands’ statistics: consolidate the statistics of the Provinces and ensuring that they are comparable.
- Supply statistical information: identify, analyze and interpret the Solomon Islands’ statistical data.
- Disseminate statistical information
- Coordinate the Solomon Islands’ Statistical System
- Advise statistical systems: help to improve the national statistical systems and promote good practice within the Solomon Islands’ Statistical System.
- Promote research and development: encourage research into techniques and tools for collecting, processing and analyzing data.
Building Capacity in Statistics and Audit in the Solomon Islands Project, CAPSA
Project Overview
The Solomon Islands Government (SIG) is seeking support from the World Bank to achieve its objectives for the Building Capacity in Statistics and Audit in the Solomon Islands project (CAPSA), scheduled to begin in December 2023 and to extend until December 2028. Spearheaded by the Solomon Islands National Statistics Office (SINSO) and the National Office of the Auditor General of the Solomon Islands (OAG), the project’s primary focus areas are:
• Component 1 – Strengthening Statistical Capacity:
This component emphasizes the enhancement of statistical capabilities. Through technical assistance, capacity building, and investment in office equipment, CAPSA aims to empower SINSO to improve the availability and quality of official statistics in the Solomon Islands to support deliver accurate and insightful statistics to drive evidence-based decision-making.
• Component 2 – Enhancing Audit Capacity:
Building on the strengths of OAG, Component 2 aims to bolster audit capacities. By facilitating the acquisition of essential resources and delivering expert guidance, this component will further enhance OAG’s ability to uphold transparency and government accountability.
• Component 3 – Effective Project Management:
Sound project management is essential for the success of any project. Component 3 ensures that CAPSA will operate seamlessly by focusing on efficient coordination and oversight, enabling CAPSA to deliver results within the established timeframes.
Minimal Environmental and Social Impact
We are pleased to inform you that CAPSA’s activities predominantly revolve around technical assistance, equipment procurement, and capacity-building. As a result, the environmental and social risks are considered to be low. Furthermore, CAPSA’s design aligns with SIG’s commitment to improving the quality of SINSO and OAG services, which could potentially yield positive environmental and social outcomes. We anticipate no downstream environmental or social impacts arising from project implementation and no physical works will be funded or implemented.
Environmental and Social Risk Management
To ensure that potential environmental and social impacts are diligently managed across all stages of the project’s lifecycle and to foster active engagement with stakeholders, we have developed comprehensive environmental and social risk management instruments. Specifically, the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) and the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP). These instruments are designed to guide SIG’s actions and maintain transparency during CAPSA’s implementation.
Get Involved!
We value your input and encourage you to engage with us. If you would like more information about CAPSA or wish to share your insights on the environmental and social risk management instruments, please contact:
Willie Lahari
Statistics Advisor
Solomon Islands National Statistics Office
Email: wlahari@mof.gov.sb
Phone: (+677) 27835
Rachel McKechnie
Deputy Auditor General
Office of the Auditor-General
Email: rmckechnie@oag.gov.sb
Phone: (+677) 28886
Thank you for your interest and support as we work together to enhance the quality of official statistics, promote government accountability, and contribute to evidence-based policy-making in the Solomon Islands.
CAPSA Documents
Documents & Links
Documents
National Census Office Newsletters
- 2019
National Statistics Office Newsletters
- 2022
- 2020
- 2019
- 2018
- 2017
Office Brochures
- Solomon Islands Poverty Maps based on 2012 13 HIES and 2009 Population Housing Census
- SI Poverty Map Brochure
- National Statistics Office Pamphlet 2018
- National Statistics Development Strategy NSDS 2015-2035 Brochure
Links
Government
- National Parliament
- Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration
- Ministry of Finance and Treasury
- Ministry of Education & Human Resources Development
Organisation
Express Directory
Here you will find the direct contact details for the Government Statistician. Please feel free to get in touch should you have any queries you wish to discuss.
| Government Statistician | (+677) 23951 or (+677) 28881 |
Location
If you’re in the Solomon Islands and wish to visit us, our office location is provided below for your convenience. We look forward to welcoming you.
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