Nathaniel Waena: key obituary facts
Is Nathaniel Waena dead? Yes. Nathaniel Waena died on September 19, 2026, at age 80.
Cause of death: Nathaniel Waena's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Nathaniel Waena known for?
He was a Solomon Island politician.
More about Nathaniel Waena
Born: 1 November 1945.
Place of birth: Makira-Ulawa Province.
Gender: male.
Occupation: politician.
Nationality: Solomon Islands.
Awards: Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George.
Also known as: Sir Nathaniel Rahumaea Waena.
Nathaniel Waena, who served as Governor-General of Solomon Islands from 2004 to 2009, died on September 19, 2026, aged 80.
Known formally as Sir Nathaniel Rahumaea Waena, he was a Solomon Island politician and diplomat born in Makira-Ulawa Province on November 1, 1945. Before his election by the National Parliament in June 2004, he represented Ulawa-Ugi constituency in the National Parliament from 1984 to 2004, later serving as Deputy Speaker, Assistant Prime Minister and Minister of Provincial Government, and then Minister for National Unity, Peace and Reconciliation.
He was awarded the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George.