Hospital Upgrade: Japan has officially handed over the upgraded Kilu’ufi Hospital in Malaita, a SBD$130m redevelopment supported through JICA, adding new outpatient and emergency services, operating theatre, maternity/birthing suite, imaging, sterile services and pharmacy—aimed at strengthening general care and emergency response. Health Systems Training: The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has started a five-day workshop in Honiara to strengthen the Provincial Healthy Settings advocacy and mobilization push, with malaria supply and drug availability flagged as key clinic challenges. Sanitation & WASH: UNICEF and KOICA-backed WASH Artisan Training is equipping Guadalcanal communities to build affordable, climate-resilient household toilets (SATO pans), with local leaders saying it’s helping reduce open defecation and related health risks. Disaster Preparedness: The UN says El Niño conditions could worsen and is preparing up to US$100m in emergency funding for early action, including support for food, nutrition, water, sanitation and health. Community Health Support: An SDA group in Rennell and Bellona cleaned the Tigoa Meteorology Headquarters and also supported the police station and mini hospital as part of ongoing community service. Security & Health Access: Police have stepped up patrols in Belaha after burglary and suspected arson incidents, including injuries that were admitted to the National Referral Hospital.