Semester 1 at the University of the South Pacific's (USP) Emalus Campus is scheduled to begin on 24 February 2025.

Tourism vendors on Mystery Island, located to the south of Vanuatu, are experiencing extensive challenges due to the ongoing lockdown of Port Vila's Central Business District (CBD) following the devastating earthquake on December 17, 2024.

In the recent Snap Election, concerns have emerged regarding the inability of numerous police and Vanuatu Mobile Force (VMF) officers to exercise their right to vote. This issue arose as many officers were deployed to various islands to maintain peace…

It has been a month since the devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila on December 17, 2024. Residents near risky buildings damaged by the quake are living in fear. Repeated aftershocks have further destabilised already vulnerable structures, leaving some…

The Port Vila City Council (PVCC) met and placed a temporary ban on residents from building cement wall fences around their yards following the 7.3-magnitude earthquake on December 17 last year.

Managing Director of UNELCO Frédéric Petit has stated that residents of Ifira Point and Island could receive electricity within two weeks, provided that the road blockage is resolved and UNELCO is granted permission by the authorities to implement its vision…

A lot of people who went to the polling stations yesterday to exercise their right to vote were turned away due to issues with their national ID cards.

The unofficial results of the Snap Election yesterday indicate that the Republic of Vanuatu is likely to have a coalition government for its upcoming 14th Legislature.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed a flu outbreak on Efate, with 360 confirmed cases recorded at the Vila Central Hospital (VCH) from December 30 to January 5.

Over 200 frustrated business owners gathered at the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) compound yesterday to share their concerns regarding the prolonged closure of the Port Vila Central Business District (CBD).

Vanuatu heads to the polls today to elect 52 Members of Parliament (MPs) for the 14th Legislature in the country’s fifth Snap Election.

The rebuilding costs for private buildings in the recovery site affected by the earthquake are the responsibility of owners, said the Chairman of the Recovery Operations Centre (ROC), John Ezra.

Political campaigns ended last midnight, and more than 200 candidates and eligible voters are looking forward to polling day, which is on Thursday, 16th of January.

The Chairman of the Efate Vaturisu Council of Chiefs, Chief Simeon Poilapa, has called on the people in the Efate Rural Constituency to respect candidates from Efate running in the snap general election, particularly for those representing Efate and its…

All Presiding Officers, Polling Clerks, and Area Administrators have been instructed to assist voters with the new ballot structure in the Snap Election.

The Vanuatu National Youth Council (VNYC) hosted an event yesterday that brought together young individuals to listen to election candidates discuss their policies and visions for the nation.

Vanuatu’s correctional system is facing a growing challenge with prisoners whose mental health issues prevent them from standing trial.

As Vanuatu prepares for the snap general election on 16 January 2025, Transparency International Vanuatu (TIV) has issued key reminders for voters and leaders.

The recent 7.3 Magnitude earthquake that struck the country, left a devastating impact on the National Museum of Vanuatu, destroying priceless and valuable centuries old, artefacts.

With 70% of the tourism sector currently operational, the Department of Tourism (DoT) has assured a positive message for international aviation and cruise visitors that Vanuatu is still open for business.

The Chairman of the Recovery Operation Centre (ROC), John Ezra, has warned citizens to respect recovery structures set in place or face consequences.

Vanuatu is intensifying its efforts to address international concerns regarding its Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme.

Vanuatu Family Health Association (VFHA) which was originally located in the centre of Port Vila has moved to the Freshwota 4 clinic and has been receiving over 100 patients daily seeking medical assistance since last month, following the earthquake.

The Vanuatu Government’s allocation of 1.5% of its annual budget for emergency response should be increased to 2% or 3% to reduce reliance on external funds and accelerate response times, said John Ezra, Director of the Department of Strategic Policy,…

Twenty-five days after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake triggered a landslide at the Lapetasi International Wharf in Port Vila, questions remain unanswered about whether people or vehicles are still trapped under the debris, despite no confirmed reports from authorities or families.

Business owners seeking to access their properties in the main town must complete and sign a disclaimer form, according to the Recovery Operations Centre (ROC).

The demolition of two major buildings—Chantilly’s on the Bay and La Casa D'Andrea E Luciano—in Port Vila’s Central Business District (CBD) has been designated as a top priority.

Experts from New Zealand and Australia are expected to arrive this week to collaborate with Public Works officers in assessing the safety of buildings in Port Vila.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced a VT61 million grant to the Vanuatu Government from its Asia Pacific Disaster Response Fund (APDRF) to help finance the country’s response to support emergency relief efforts following the earthquake.

A Vanuatu National Development Party (VNDP) candidate for Port Vila Constituency, Silas Yatan, has withdrawn from the electoral race and pledged his support to Gerard Metsan, the candidate for the Reunification Movement of Change (RMC).

It would cost around VT4 billion to rebuild schools damaged by the devastating earthquake that struck near Port Vila three weeks ago.

The Vila Central Hospital (VCH) remains structurally safe following the 7.3 magnitude earthquake, according to Japanese disaster experts.

As Vanuatu goes through a snap election, the involvement of churches in politics has become a hot topic. While some churches support political parties, others stay neutral and focus on their spiritual work.

Thirty-five more candidates have been declared qualified to run the Snap Election next week, after sorting out their government debts over the weekend.

Tanna Ferry and Vanuatu Ferry have reported a high number of passengers traveling back to the islands after the recent 7.3 earthquake, with over 800 passengers on some trips.