Former Member of Parliament (MP) for Torres Constituency, Christophe Emelee, has accused MPs of selling their votes during the 2024 national referendum on constitutional amendments, alleging that each MP was promised a payment of VT1 million to secure their support…
The Opposition bloc’s 11 Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Rural Development Party’s (RDP) and the Union of Moderate Parties’ (UMP) attempted motion in Parliament yesterday morning, to topple Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat, marked the first no-confidence motion against…
The SHEFA Provincial Government Council (SPGC), through its Legislative Committee, has decided to repeal section 3(b) of its Pest Control of Food Establishment By-Law No.7 of 2025, following public controversy.
The SHEFA Provincial Government Council (SPGC) has refuted sale claims surrounding the Marobe Market area, confirming that no land has been sold and that all new developments on the site are operating under rental agreements.
The Oceans Act recently passed by Parliament will restore authority over coastal waters to traditional leaders and communities that depend on ocean resources.
Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat has voiced support for the release of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report into the alleged sale of Vanuatu diplomatic passports, saying the investigation should cover the period from 2016 to the present.
The Supreme Court of Vanuatu heard yesterday that Justin Ngwele has stepped down as legal counsel for the five Members of Parliament (MPs) challenging the Constitution (Eighth) (Amendment) Act No. 21 of 2023.
A newly revealed by-law from the SHEFA Provincial Government Council (SPGC) that forbids women from selling food during their menstruation has sparked strong backlash from civil society groups, with the Vanuatu Association of Non-Governmental Organisations (VANGO) calling it discriminatory while…
The Minister of Education, Simil Johnson, said in Parliament yesterday that the government is prepared to face court if there are any teachers' damage claims.
From wild canes, coconut leaves, hurricane lamps, torches, and solar lights, mothers from the Vanmelang to Baravet area now welcome the Waterfall Hydro Power Project.
A man in his early 70s, living on Efate, was charged this week by the Vanuatu Prosecution with three counts of sexual intercourse without consent involving a boy aged 12–13 years.
The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group is expected to sign a financial agreement of VT700 million to support health projects in Vanuatu.
A reliable source within the government has revealed that an Indian national managed to leave Vanuatu amid ongoing police investigations into alleged illegal sales of Vanuatu passports and irregularities in the government’s Citizenship Programme.
While the TORBA Provincial Government Council (TPGC) is working to develop its economy and tourism, it is also striving to protect its environment and address the impacts of climate change. However, the Public Works Department’s rusty old heavy machines have…
Clerk of Parliament, Maxime Banga, confirmed yesterday afternoon that the motion of no confidence against Speaker of Parliament Stephen Felix was lodged at 8:19am. As prescribed by the Standing Orders of the Parliament of Vanuatu, the motion included both a…
China has granted VT6.8 billion to Vanuatu for the renovation of key public buildings damaged by last year’s earthquake, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat and Chinese Ambassador Li Minggang yesterday.
Starting next year, the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) contribution rate for employers and employees will rise by 2%, as approved by Parliament.
Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Finance, Johnny Koanapo, confirmed in Parliament yesterday morning that the delivery of the first of two new Twin Otter aircraft acquired by the Vanuatu Government is expected by the end of November.
The Opposition bloc has accused Speaker of Parliament Stephen Felix of breaching the Constitution and Parliament Standing Orders, lodging a motion yesterday morning seeking his removal.
The Supreme Court of Vanuatu has listed for a Conference Hearing the matter of an Urgent Constitutional Application (UCA) filed by five Members of Parliament (MPs), Andrew Wilbur Napuat, Allan Liki, Blaise Sumptoh, Micah Oliver, and Mathy Pehn Lange, to…
The Bill for the Political Parties Registration (Amendment) Act No. of 2025 is scheduled to be debated when Parliament convenes for its Second Ordinary Session, commencing today, Thursday, 6 November 2025.
The Parliament of Vanuatu will officially commence its Second Ordinary Session at 8:30 a.m. today, continuing the nation’s legislative calendar for the year.
The Vanuatu Government has committed to strengthening financial integrity and its global reputation with the official launch of the Mutual Evaluation Technical Team (METT), a national taskforce mandated to lead the country’s preparations for the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering…
Vanuatu’s Ministry of Health (MOH) has recorded a total of fourteen (14) people currently living with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), a virus that weakens the immune system and can develop to AIDs if left untreated.
Across Vanuatu’s islands, women are preserving more than just food — they’re preserving futures.
Citizens are urged to prepare as the 2025/2026 Tropical Cyclone (TC) season begins today, with two to four cyclones predicted, at least one of which is expected to be a category 3 or higher intensity.
Vice Chairman of Group 'Vote No', Norbert Sumsum Tawual, has criticised the Opposition’s urgent constitutional application regarding Article 17A of the Eighth Constitutional Amendment, calling it an attempt to interfere with the ongoing judicial review process.
The Supreme Court quashed the decision of the former Acting Director of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Josiah Kuatpen, classifying Governor of the Reserve Bank of Vanuatu (RBV), August Letlet, as not “a fit and proper person in accordance with…
TORBA Province’s first x-ray service is now available at Quatvaes Hospital, supported by a new solar energy system from Australia’s REnew Pacific Respond Global HELPR-1 project.
The University of the South Pacific (USP) has announced that its Land Management programs will soon be offered at USP’s Emalus Campus in Port Vila starting in Semester 1, 2026. This milestone decision follows the USP Council’s directive to decentralize…
Three students from the Vanuatu Institute of Technology (VIT) have showcased an innovative automated traffic light control system using Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technology during the three-day VIT Skills Competition held from October 15 to 17.
Trade and agricultural cooperation between China and Vanuatu continue to expand, with bilateral trade between Sichuan Province and Vanuatu reaching US$4.27 million (around VT521 million)in 2024, a 13 percent increase from the previous year. The growth reflects both nations’ determination…
Vanuatu is poised to begin 2026 with an expansion of trade in goods and services with New Caledonia, promoting value-added production and improving market access for its agricultural and manufactured exports through a new trade vessel.
Twenty-seven individuals who absconded from seasonal work programs in Australia and New Zealand have been temporarily banned from returning abroad, according to the Vanuatu Police Force (VPF).
