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The Government of Vanuatu has launched a landmark tax reform called the Vanuatu Sales Monitoring System (VSMS).
Vanuatu Beverage Limited has stepped forward to support communities affected by volcanic ash on Ambae Island by donating 1,800 litres of clean drinking water to assist families facing water shortages.
Children walking to Suango Primary School along Mele Road will now have safer access, thanks to a volunteer initiative by Fletcher Organisation (Vanuatu) Ltd.
Maewo Island residents have raised concerns about a sharp increase in their electricity bills, with some claiming their monthly payments have surged without clear explanation.
As uncertainty grips the world and Vanuatu faces rising challenges, two companies are giving back to the community. Fletcher Construction is fixing the road stretching from Mele main road to Suango School so students do not get muddy on their…
Vanuatu has secured another increase in its allocation in the international jack mackerel fishery, highlighting both the recovery of fish stocks and the country’s growing role in sustainable fisheries management.
The Minister of Health, John Still Tari Qetu, said that if women are empowered, supported, and protected, the country’s heath system becomes stronger.
The Grand Hotel and Casino has unveiled a new premium coffee blend, Zagame Bros Coffee, offering guests and visitors a unique coffee experience just as it reopens this month after 14 months of extensive restoration.
Vanuatu’s economy rebounded strongly last year, with the government collecting VT8.9 billion in surplus, after years of operating in deficit.
The government will clear the remaining Air Vanuatu loan borrowed from the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) by December 2027.
Down South on the beautiful island of Tanauta, the foundations of leadership were laid for Abraham Nasak—a man whose commitment to service and resilience has positioned him at the forefront of Vanuatu’s disaster management efforts.
An independent forensic review has identified more than VT200 million difference between the amount of Vanuatu International Shipping Registry (VISR) revenue owed to the Government and the actual transfers made during the period from January 2019 to October 2024.
The Government has approved VT20 million in budget support to assist in response efforts to the ongoing volcanic activity on Ambae Island.
The Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) has declared an interest rate of 5% for the 2025 financial year, with VT1,271,452,000 to be credited to its members.
The misappropriation case involving the Member of Parliament for Ambae, Jay Ngwele, has been committed to the Supreme Court for a plea on April 7.
The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat has called for peaceful resolution of the Middle East conflict, stressing the importance of adherence to the international principles under the United Nations (UN) Charter.
The Futuna community in Port Vila is preparing for an historic event with the first-ever Futuna Cultural Talent Competition, bringing top cultural groups on Efate together this afternoon at Seaside Futuna from 4pm to 8pm.
A Regional Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Workshop will be held in Port Vila from March 23 to 27.
The Government has intervened in a long-running street lighting dispute after revealing that around VT100 million is outstanding under a contract between the Port Vila City Council (PVCC) and UNELCO.
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Ambae, Jay Ngwele, has asked the Magistrates’ Court to dismiss all charges against him, arguing that the prosecution has failed to establish a prima facie case of criminal misappropriation.
A priority of the Teaching Service (TSC) is ensuring that all government teachers, from early childhood to secondary level, are registered and licensed to teach in schools, as required by the Teaching Service Act.
Despite no official date yet set for the upcoming municipal elections in Port Vila, political parties are already mobilizing at the local council level in preparation for the polls.
The number of buses operating on Efate has been capped at 1400, according to Public Land Transport Authority (PLTA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Reginald Tabi. He confirmed that no additional permits will be issued beyond this limit. Speaking to the…
The Teaching Service Commission (TSC) is preparing a Council of Ministers (COM) paper to seek funding for more school principals, who are urgently needed.
A change in deployment by Carnival Cruise Line will result in a reduction in cruise ship visits to Vanuatu from April 2028, according to the company.
Talua Theological Training Institute (TTTI) is currently educating 62 students across its accredited programmes, Principal Pastor Philip Baniuri says.
Suspects charged over Vanuatu’s daring daylight airport armed heist are expected to enter their pleas before the Supreme Court of Vanuatu on April 7 at 8:30am.
The Supreme Court has sentenced a 20-year-old man to 11 years and six months’ imprisonment for a series of violent and sexual offences against two women over more than a year.
The Court of Appeal (COA) has allowed an appeal by Aneityum-based tour operator Joseph Yasifu, overturning a Supreme Court decision that had ordered his eviction from Mystery Island and barred him from conducting business there.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed an outbreak of Ciguatera Fish Poisoning (CFP) across the country, with 44 cases reported from early January to mid-February this year.
Ni-Vanuatu rapper Mantis (Ethan-Xavier Hakwa) has arrived in Australia this week ahead of his performance at WOMADelaide, the country’s largest international music, arts, and dance festival.
A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to six years and three months in prison for rape on Tanna in 2020.
Vanuatu secured limited but important discussions at the Pacific Agenda Investment, Security and Shared Prosperity Summit in Hawaii this week, with two priority projects formally placed on the table. Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Finance Johnny Koanapo said…
The Court of Appeal (COA) has set aside the Supreme Court's VT500,000 damage award to the former General Manager (GM) of the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF), and instead increased it to VT1.5 million.
Two days before the deadline, only 147 of over 1,000 leaders had filed their annual returns, with up to 900 yet to comply.
