Country Profile
The Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands are six major islands and over 900 smaller islands, from the Shortland Islands in the west to Tikopia and Anuta in the east. Most of the population lives along the coastal regions including in Honiara, the largest town.
Demographics
Population
686,878
Annual births
21,589
Children under five years old
103,156
Under-five mortality
20
per 1,000 live births
Threats to early childhood development
Maternal mortality
104
per 100,000 birthsLow birthweight
No data
of all birthsUnder-five stunting
32%
of all birthsChild poverty
No data
of all birthsViolent discipline
85%
of all birthsPreterm births
12%
of all birthsYoung mothers (births by 18 years)
15%
of all birthsInadequate supervision
No data
of all births
Nurturing care
Healthcare
Antenatal care
69%
Postnatal visits
69%
Nutrition
Early initiation of breastfeeding
79%
Exclusive breastfeeding
76%
Minimum acceptable diet
No data
Early learning
Attendance in ECD
No data
Early stimulation at home
No data
Children's books in the home
No data
Security and safety
Birth registration
88%
Positive discipline
13%
Basic drinking water
68%
Basic sanitation
34%
Responsive caregiving
Enabling environments
Paid maternity leave
<14 weeks
Paid paternity leave
No paid leave
Child and family social protection
No
National ECD Policy
No
ECD Coordination Mechanism
Yes