CAUSE II and Ward 11 WDC Forge Partnership in Gizo

A new milestone has been achieved under the Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement II (CAUSE II) Project with the signing of a partnership agreement between CAUSE II and the Ward Development Committee (WDC) of Ward 11 in Gizo, Western Province.

The agreement, signed on Friday, 19th September 2025, represents the first collaboration of its kind between CAUSE II and a local Ward Development Committee. The partnership focuses on the installation of solar LED lights throughout the Ward 11 district area, marking a major step forward in improving public safety and infrastructure through sustainable energy solutions.

This initiative will enhance visibility and security for residents and businesses in Gizo, particularly at night, and demonstrates CAUSE II’s commitment to climate-resilient, community-driven development. The partnership also sets a new precedent for collaboration between provincial authorities, local governance bodies, and national development programs, strengthening local ownership and participation.

The signing was attended by representatives from the Western Provincial Government, Ward 11 WDC, and CAUSE II management, symbolizing a shared vision for a safer and more connected community.

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2. Solar Streetlights Brighten Gizo’s District Road

In a promising follow-up to the new partnership between CAUSE II and the Ward 11 WDC, installation of solar-powered streetlights along the District Road in Gizo is progressing rapidly.

As of 6th October 2025, six of the ten planned solar lights have been successfully erected, with the remaining four set for completion within the next two weeks. The project, driven through community collaboration, has already transformed the area by enhancing night-time safety for both pedestrians and motorists.

Community members have expressed gratitude to CAUSE II and the Ward 11 WDC for prioritizing projects that make everyday life safer and more convenient. The initiative also demonstrates the practical impact of renewable energy in reducing emissions, lowering energy costs, and supporting Solomon Islands’ climate resilience goals.

The solar-lighting project stands as a shining example of how CAUSE II continues to combine infrastructure improvement, local empowerment, and sustainable innovation across Western Province.
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The Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement II (CAUSE II) Project is a transformative initiative aimed at improving climate-resilient infrastructure, enhancing economic inclusion, and strengthening service delivery in targeted urban centers across the Solomon Islands. Led by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Honiara City Council, in collaboration with the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Survey, and the Provincial Governments of Guadalcanal, Malaita, and Western Province, CAUSE II is a Government of Solomon Islands initiative. The project is supported by the World Bank and the Government of Australia through the Papua New Guinea and Pacific Islands Umbrella Facility Multi-Donor Trust Fund (PPIUF).