The Governor-General (GG) is on his way to London to be conferred with his Knighthood by His Majesty King Charles.
His Excellency, Reverend David Tiva Kapu and his delegation left for London on Friday.
This will be His Excellency’s first overseas engagement after his election last year.
Reverend David Tiva Kapu, was elected by the National Parliament of Solomon Islands on Monday 17th June 2024.
The Head of State His Majesty The King appointed him, by an address from Parliament under section 27(1) of the Constitution.
He was duly appointed by His Majesty The King, on a Royal Commission of Appointment on 27th June 2024 which became effective on 7th July 2024 when he was sworn in as the 8th Governor-General of Solomon Islands.
Knighthood is an official title given to someone or people who have performed some kind of extraordinary service. When someone receives a knighthood, they’re formally addressed as “Sir.”
