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Manasseh Sogavare
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Sogavare in 2016
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| Minister of Finance | |
| Assumed office 6 May 2024 |
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| Prime Minister | Jeremiah Manele |
| Preceded by | Harry Kuma |
| In office 16 November 2017 – 15 November 2019 |
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| Prime Minister | Rick Houenipwela |
| Preceded by | John Maneniaru |
| Succeeded by | Harry Kuma |
| In office 24 August 1997 – July 1998 |
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| Prime Minister | Bartholomew Ulufa'alu |
| Preceded by | Michael Maina |
| Succeeded by | Bartholomew Ulufa'alu |
| Prime Minister of Solomon Islands | |
| In office 24 April 2019 – 2 May 2024 |
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| Governor-General |
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| Deputy | Manasseh Maelanga |
| Preceded by | Rick Houenipwela |
| Succeeded by | Jeremiah Manele |
| In office 9 December 2014 – 15 November 2017 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Governor-General | Frank Kabui |
| Preceded by | Gordon Darcy Lilo |
| Succeeded by | Rick Houenipwela |
| In office 4 May 2006 – 20 December 2007 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Governor-General | Nathaniel Waena |
| Preceded by | Snyder Rini |
| Succeeded by | Derek Sikua |
| In office 30 June 2000 – 17 December 2001 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Governor-General | John Lapli |
| Preceded by | Bartholomew Ulufa'alu |
| Succeeded by | Allan Kemakeza |
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| Assumed office 6 August 1997 |
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| Preceded by | Allan Qurusu |
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Manasseh Damukana Sogavare
17 January 1955 Popondetta, Northern Province, Territory of Papua and New Guinea |
| Political party | OUR Party (2010; since 2019) |
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| Spouse | Emmy Sogavare |
Manasseh Damukana Sogavare, born on January 17, 1955, is a well-known politician from the Solomon Islands. He is currently the Minister of Finance, a role he started in May 2024. Mr. Sogavare has also been the Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands four times, serving for a total of nine years. He has been a member of the National Parliament, representing the East Choiseul area, since 1997.
Early Life and Background
Manasseh Sogavare was born in Popondetta, Papua New Guinea, on January 17, 1955. His parents were missionaries from Choiseul Island in the Solomon Islands. He has four older brothers. Later, Manasseh and his brother Jacob moved to the Solomon Islands.
Political Journey
Starting in Government
Before becoming a Member of Parliament, Mr. Sogavare held important roles in finance. From 1994 to 1996, he was the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance. He also served as the Commissioner of Inland Revenue, a director at the Central Bank, and chairman of the National Provident Fund.
He was first elected to the National Parliament on August 6, 1997. This marked the beginning of his long career in the Solomon Islands government.
First Time as Prime Minister (2000–2001)
In 1997, under Prime Minister Bartholomew Ulufa'alu, Sogavare became the Minister of Finance and Treasury. He was later removed from this position in 1998. After this, he became the deputy leader of the opposition. When the leader, Solomon Mamaloni, passed away in 2000, Sogavare was chosen as the new leader of the opposition.
On June 30, 2000, Manasseh Sogavare was elected Prime Minister by the parliament. He served in this top role until December 17, 2001.
Between Prime Minister Terms (2001–2006)
After the 2001 general election, his party won only a few seats, but Sogavare kept his own seat in Parliament. During this time, he was a member of the Bills and Legislation Committee, which helps review new laws.
Second Time as Prime Minister (2006–2007)
Following the 2006 general election, there was a lot of discussion about who should be the next Prime Minister. After some changes in support, Sogavare was elected Prime Minister again on May 4, 2006. He won with 28 votes.
During this term, he faced a vote of no confidence in October 2006 but survived it. However, on December 13, 2007, he was defeated in another no-confidence vote. He remained in office for a short time until a new Prime Minister, Derek Sikua, was elected on December 20, 2007. Sogavare then became the Leader of the Opposition.
Leader of the Opposition (2007–2014)
In 2010, Sogavare and eight other Members of Parliament started a new political group called the Ownership, Unity and Responsibility Party (OUR Party). This party won three seats in the 2010 general election.
Third Time as Prime Minister (2014–2017)
After the 2014 general election, Sogavare became Prime Minister for the third time. In September 2017, he spoke at the United Nations General Assembly. He talked about important global issues.
On November 7, 2017, he faced another motion of no confidence and was defeated. He remained as Acting Prime Minister until Rick Houenipwela was elected on November 15, 2017. Sogavare then took on the roles of finance minister and deputy prime minister.
Fourth Time as Prime Minister (2019–2024)
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After the 2019 general election, Sogavare's OUR Party was relaunched. On April 24, 2019, he was elected Prime Minister for the fourth time. His election led to some public protests in Honiara, the capital city.
In September 2019, Sogavare's government decided to recognize the People's Republic of China (PRC). This meant changing their diplomatic ties from the Republic of China (Taiwan) after 36 years. This decision caused a lot of discussion and debate within the Solomon Islands.
In November 2021, there were some protests and unrest in Honiara. Buildings were damaged, and shops were looted. Sogavare stated that the protests were politically motivated. Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji sent peacekeepers to help restore order. On December 6, 2021, he survived another motion of no confidence in Parliament.
In 2022, the Solomon Islands, under Sogavare's leadership, signed a security agreement with China.
The 2024 general elections were originally planned for 2023. However, Parliament voted in 2022 to delay them. Sogavare explained that the country could not afford to host the 2023 Pacific Games and have an election in the same year.
In the 2024 elections, Sogavare's OUR Party won the most seats. On April 29, 2024, Sogavare announced he would step down as OUR Party leader. He also said he would not seek another term as prime minister. The party then nominated Jeremiah Manele for prime minister. Manele became prime minister on May 2, 2024. Sogavare was then appointed as the Minister of Finance.
Personal Life
Manasseh Sogavare is married to Emmy Sogavare. They have three children: Brandt, Shannon, and Maydrel. Emmy Sogavare owns a café called Shadel Café.
Mr. Sogavare is also a black belt in karate. He is a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He dedicated a church, the Sogavare Memorial Seventh-day Adventist Church, in memory of his father.
See also
In Spanish: Manasseh Sogavare para niños
