Panapasa Balekana

Panapasa Balekana
MBE SIM
Born1929
Kandavu, Fiji
Died(2009-01-22)22 January 2009 (aged 79)
Henderson, Solomon Islands
Occupation(s)Pastor, businessman and composer
SpouseMatila Balekana

Panapasa Balekana, MBE,[1] SIM,[1] (1929 – 22 January 2009) was a Fijian-born Solomon Islander who composed the national anthem of the Solomon Islands, "God Save Our Solomon Islands", with his wife, Matila Balekana. Panapasa Balekana co-wrote the anthem's lyrics with his wife while he composed the accompanying music.

The anthem was adopted by the country upon its independence in 1978 following a government competition.[2]

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  2. ^ "Solomons National Anthem Composer Dies in Honiara". Solomon Times. 22 January 2009. Retrieved 3 August 2009.