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In response to safety concerns following last year’s earthquake, the Government of Vanuatu has begun construction of a new correctional facility to replace existing detention centres, which have been deemed structurally unsafe.
The Government of the People's Republic of China will fully fund the repair of Vanuatu’s national Parliament chamber, following its recent closure due to structural damage from the December 2024 earthquake.
Eighteen public service participants from SHEFA Health graduated yesterday with a Certificate of Professional Development in Public Service Workplace Leadership, a qualification formally recognised by the University of the South Pacific (USP).
In what promises to be a landmark development for Vanuatu’s tourism sector, the government has confirmed that a major project valued at VT6 billion is scheduled to break ground at the end of this year on Lelepa Island.
Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat has confirmed that the Government of Vanuatu is prepared to pursue legal action against Airbus if the company fails to meet its financial obligations under the agreement involving aircraft purchased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Government of Vanuatu has allocated VT1.8 billion for infrastructure development in the country’s northern region, with a major portion directed toward upgrading Pekoa International Airport in Luganville, Santo.
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Port Vila Football Association Women’s Development Officer Rose Moise says that the Vanuatu women’s team needs women coaches and proper facilities, specifically for women, to secure the growth of women’s football in the country.
Minister of Health, John Still Tari Qetu, and co-accused Mike Polulu pleaded not guilty to ten charges in the Port Vila Magistrates Court yesterday morning.
More than 145 vehicles were confiscated on Monday during the first day of a surprise joint traffic operation in Port Vila, catching many drivers off guard and causing delays for students and workers across the capital.
Members of the Vanuatu Teachers Union (VTU) will continue their strike until a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is signed with the government.
The Government of Vanuatu has secured VT500 billion through the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to relocate Port Vila’s water source, Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat has confirmed.
The Government of Vanuatu has announced the revival of nursing and other technical training programmes, which will now fall under the administration of the National University of Vanuatu (NUV).
Over 40 Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme workers from Vanuatu, Fiji, Papua New Guinea (PNG), and the Solomon Islands, based in Western Australia (WA), have joined the Australian Workers Union (AWU).
The Vanuatu Citizenship Office has acknowledged recent accusations regarding Andrew Tate’s acquisition of Vanuatu citizenship but emphasised that no revocation will occur until the allegations are proven in a court of law.
The Biosecurity team has confirmed that investigations concerning the terrapin have been unsuccessful due to a lack of adequate information, and the animal will likely be eradicated given its potential as an invasive species.
The Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) has confirmed that Director Generals (DGs) across all government ministries signed the 2025 Performance Agreement template on 30 May 2025. This agreement is part of a push to improve accountability, operational efficiency,…
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has achieved 63% of the targets under its 100-day plan, marking a significant milestone in the government's short-term performance goals.
The Government of Vanuatu has allocated VT2.035 billion as part of its ongoing economic stimulus programme, aimed at supporting site recovery, small business growth, and broader economic revitalisation.
The Supreme Court yesterday quashed the Teaching Service Commission's (TSC) decision to suspend and terminate over 600 teachers for participating in the strike initiated by the Vanuatu Teachers Union (VTU).
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), through its Japanese Technical Cooperation Project for Promotion of Regional Initiative on Solid Waste Management in Pacific Island Countries Phase 3 (J-PRISM3), hosted a mini online seminar on disaster waste management, sharing valuable insights…
Port Vila's «mamas» had to adapt to feed their communities after being displaced by the 7.3 magnitude earthquake, which damaged the city's main market house in the centre of town.
Vanuatu has joined other Pacific Island nations in strengthening its diplomatic ties with China following the Third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held from May 28 to 29, 2025.
Port Vila is consuming an estimated 100 to 120 tonnes of green kava every week, according to local exporters and vendors — a figure that has sparked renewed calls to boost kava production across Vanuatu.
Outgoing President of the Media Association Vanuatu (MAV) Lillyrose Welwel will pass the torch to the new president this afternoon at 4 pm at the Kaljoral Senta in Port Vila. The nominees for president are Sale Sumbe, Antoine Malsungai, Dalsie…
Vanuatu has taken a major leap in modernising how citizens access vital identity services, with the new RegisterViz5 (RV5) system now live across the country.
The Government of Vanuatu recently hosted its first-ever National Loss and Damage Policy Lab in Port Vila to address the growing climate-related damage affecting local communities.
Limited human resource capacity remains a major concern for marine research and policy development, as identified during last week’s Oceans and Fisheries Integrated Policy Workshop in Port Vila.
A New Caledonian company, Aqualagon, has expressed interest in investing in fish farming in Vanuatu—specifically focusing on rabbitfish, locally known as picot.
Escaped inmate Rano Woka was placed in the high-risk unit immediately after being caught at the Government Wharf in Port Vila, where he attempted to leave for Tanna Island.
Port Vila Harbour remains under close observation as the Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority (VMSA) continues to investigate a Tier 2 oil spill.
Former Vanuatu Mobile Force (VMF) Commander and senior officer of the Vanuatu Police Force (VPF) – Kalshem Bongran – from Southwest Bay, Malekula, has been appointed Commissioner of Police (COMPOL), emerging as the successful candidate among seven others.
