The Solomon Islands Government, in partnership with the World Bank and the Australian Government, is pleased to announce the official declaration of effectiveness for the Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement Project Phase II (CAUSE II). The project, supported by financing agreements including Credit No. IDA-76410, Grant No. IDA-E3750, and PPIUF Grant No. TF-C6126, became effective on November 28, 2024.

CAUSE II builds upon the successes of the previous phase to deliver climate-resilient infrastructure and enhance economic inclusion across urban centers in the Solomon Islands. Key target areas include Honiara City, urban and peri-urban Guadalcanal, Malaita, and Western Provinces. The project is strategically designed to address pressing challenges such as upgrading high-traffic secondary roads, bridge and storm drains to climate-resilient standards, infrastructure deficiencies in informal settlements, and high unemployment rates.

The declaration of effectiveness enables the interim Project Management Unit (PMU) to commence preliminary activities immediately. These include re-operationalizing the PMU and Project Implementation Units (PIUs) across target regions. Recruitment efforts are expected to bring the full workforce on board by February 2025, at which point community operations will be fully activated.

This milestone reflects the commitment of the Solomon Islands Government and its development partners to improve the quality of life for urban populations. The project will empower local authorities, create economic opportunities, and foster sustainable urban development through coordinated efforts and investments.

Stay tuned for further updates as CAUSE II progresses toward implementation and transformative impact.

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