Manasseh Maelanga is a member of the National Parliament of the Solomon Islands

National Parliament of the Solomon Islands

The National Parliament of Solomon Islands has 50 members, elected for a four year term in 50 single-seat constituencies.It is presided by a Speaker - currently Sir Allan Kemakeza.-Latest elections:-Members:...

. He represents a constituency from Malaita Province

Malaita Province

Malaita Province is one of the largest provinces of the Solomon Islands. It is named for its largest island, Malaita . Other islands include South Malaita Island , Sikaiana Island, and Ontong Java Atoll. The provincial capital and largest urban center is Auki, located on Big Malaita...

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In May 2009, he was named Minister for Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening in Prime Minister Derek Sikua

Derek Sikua

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's government. Following the 2010 general election

Solomon Islands general election, 2010

A general election was held in the Solomon Islands on 4 August 2010. In May 2010, Prime Minister Derek Sikua announced that the election would be held on 4 August, however, this announcement was deemed to be premature, as only the Governor General has the authority to announce the election date...

, he remained in Cabinet, under new Prime Minister Danny Philip

Danny Philip

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, as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs.