President of the PENAMA Provincial Government Council (PPGC), Charlot Tabi Gerian, said one of his main priorities as the new President is to develop a corporate plan for the province.
Dr Vincent Lebot, who has dedicated his life to researching Vanuatu’s agricultural products, says there is no direct government investment in kava, with most investments coming from the private sector and external donors. Yet kava remains by far the country’s…
The Vanuatu National Workers Union (VNWU) has strongly opposed the latest proposal by the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) to amend the VNPF law by eliminating severance pay and instead increasing employer contributions to the Vanuatu National Provident…
The Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), in partnership with the New Zealand–funded Business Link Pacific (BLP) programme, has introduced a new grant initiative to support micro and small enterprises in Port Vila affected by the 2024 earthquake.
Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat has invoked Section 57 of the Constitution to transfer the Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and External Trade, Noah Patrick Kouback, to the Ministry of Fisheries yesterday. The decision…
The Vanuatu Government and the United Nations (UN) Country Team have reaffirmed their joint commitment to inclusive and sustainable development through the signing of the Vanuatu Country Implementation Plan (CIP) 2025–2027. The official signing took place yesterday at the Office…
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake that struck near Pentecost Island yesterday caused serious damage to classrooms at Atavtabanga Primary and Secondary School.
First Political Advisor (PA) to the Minister of Finance and Economic Management, Benjamin Shing, has raised concerns over the lack of tangible outcomes from festivals previously organised in Vanuatu, particularly in relation to policy development that supports local farmers and…
The Fruit Fest 2025 opened with Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat acknowledging the growth of local businesses in the Waterfall Precinct, which has developed into a thriving business hub.
Joshua Bong, a former Commissioner of Police (COMPOL), has called on the current COMPOL and the Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC) to resign, citing allegations of serious internal misconduct and administrative negligence at the highest levels of command…
Subsea cable owner Interchange Limited (ICL) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday at Warwick Le Lagon, presenting its 2023/24 financial results and the 2026 business plan to shareholders, including the Vanuatu Government, Vanuatu Post Ltd, Fidelity Pacific, and…
The Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) has voiced its support for the proposed increase in VNPF contributions, while calling for broader reform to ensure the long-term sustainability of employment and investment in Vanuatu.
There are currently 71 Area Councils (ACs) across Vanuatu, and only 17 remain without permanent council buildings to house government offices and provide essential services.
The Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Biosecurity (MALFB), Ian Wilson, said he is working on a policy to ban consumption of imported food in schools, which he will present to the Council of Ministers (COM).
World Teachers’ Day in Vanuatu yesterday marked a historic moment as Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat confirmed that the government is committed to finalising all paperwork for teachers’ claims by next week, with the long-delayed Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) expected…
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kramer Asia Pacific Ltd to begin upgrading the Vanuatu National Hospital (VNH) Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP).
The Supreme Court has dismissed a Judicial Review (JR) application filed by Mr. Jimmy Rantes, the suspended Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Commerce and Ni-Vanuatu Business. The verdict, delivered by Justice Viran Molisa Trief on 22…
Transparency International Vanuatu (TIV) has called on the Courts not to release political leaders on “Stay Order” while ordinary citizens, obediently serve their full term in jail.
The Ik-Kana Cancer Foundation plans to establish a cancer centre to increase awareness about cervical and breast cancer, which are claiming many lives among Vanuatu women, as well as other types of cancer.
Two police officers are recovering in hospital following a violent attack late Thursday evening allegedly carried out by a youth believed to be under the influence of illicit drugs.
The former chairman of the Central Tender Board (CTB) of the Vanuatu Government, George Iapson, filed an application to the Supreme Court on 17 September 2025, challenging his termination by the Minister of Finance, Johnny Koanapo.
A total of 250 chainsaws, worth VT12.2 million, were reportedly handed out without following the proper government procedures. This has raised serious concerns about the possible political misuse of government property.
VanPawa, a subsidiary of the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) established to manage water and electricity concessions on Malekula and Tanna, is now operational since taking over responsibility from the government in 2023.
The Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Vanuatu have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through a High-Level Political Dialogue held on 23 September 2025 at the Warwick Le Lagon Resort in Port Vila.
The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) is aware of a payroll listing that was recently circulated on Facebook and has confirmed that this listing is not related to the ongoing matters regarding teachers’ claims or any official communication from…
Vanuatu's Minister of Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, has pushed back against remarks made by U.S. President Donald Trump, who dismissed climate change as “the greatest con job” in the world during his address to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Of the 309 water projects approved by the National Water Resources Advisory Committee (NWRAC) in 2021 and 2022, 51 are still waiting for funding.
The National Bank of Vanuatu Limited (NBV) has announced the payment of a dividend totalling VT100 million to its shareholders, the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) and the Government of Vanuatu.
The 7th edition of the Vanuatu Made Trade Show commenced yesterday under the theme “Promoting Business and Innovation for Vanuatu Made and a Sustainable Future.”
The Department of Tourism (DoT) joins the nation this week in celebrating Vanuatu Made Week 2025, highlighting the creativity, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of Ni-Vanuatu producers and manufacturers.
Minister of Internal Affairs Andrew Solomon Napuat and Minister of Lands Rick Tchmako Mahe yesterday opened the Immigration Enrolment System Office within Vanuatu’s Consulate in Hong Kong.
The Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) is consulting the public on a proposal to increase the employer and employee contribution rates.
A master class on Household Budgeting was held for six women farmers. This training aims to equip them to subsequently lead Household Budgeting sessions for other women farmers in their village.
The Vanuatu Teachers Union (VTU) has welcomed the transfer of the Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET), Bergmans Iati, to another ministry by the Acting Prime Minister Johnny Koanapo.
The government will soon roll out one of its major water project aimed at improving water security and enhancing adaptation and community resilience, funded by over VT3 billion from the Green Climate Fund (GCF).
