About David Tiva Kapu
David Tiva Kapu was an anglican priest and politician.
Sir David Tiva Kapu, GCMG is a Solomon Islands Anglican priest and the governor-general of Solomon Islands since 2024.
Education Kapu received his Master of Theology degree from the Pacific Theological College. His thesis titled, "What has the Church to do with the State?" analyzed the role of church and state relationship in Nggela Islands, Solomon Islands from 1932 to 2007.
Career Reverend Kapu has served as the academic dean of studies Bishop Patteson Theological College at Kohimarama, in Solomon Islands. A Royal Commission to appoint Kapu as Governor General was issued by King Charles III on June 27, 2024, which came into effect on 7 July 2024 following the expiry of Sir David Vunagi's term.
Kapu was appointed a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George (GCMG) on 1 October 2024, and was invested as such by King Charles III during an audience at Buckingham Palace on 25 February 2025.
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David Tiva Kapu was an anglican priest and politician.
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