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VBTC, Education Ministry Partner to Expand Access to Education Information

Education Anita Nalau -

The Vanuatu Broadcasting and Television Corporation (VBTC) and the Ministry of Education and Training have signed a one-year partnership...

Vanuatu Strengthens Early Warning Systems with Low-Cost Weather Station Training

Environment & Climate Change Newsroom -

Vanuatu is set to strengthen its weather monitoring and early warning systems after local meteorologists received specialized training to...

Court Dismisses PSC Challenge Over Transfer of Govt Fleet & Housing

News Thompson Marango -

The Supreme Court has dismissed a legal challenge by members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) against the Government's...

President José Ramos-Horta Inspires NUV Students with Peacebuilding Lecture

Education Newsroom -

The National University of Vanuatu (NUV) welcomed His Excellency Dr José Ramos-Horta, President of Timor-Leste and Nobel Peace Prize...

NUV, Health Ministry Sign Landmark Partnership to Strengthen Health Workforce

Government Newsroom -

The National University of Vanuatu (NUV) and the Ministry of Health have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to...

New MoU to Expand VMF-PNG Defence Force Cooperation

News Anita Nalau -

Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea will strengthen their long-standing defence partnership through the signing of a new Memorandum of...

PM Napat Calls for Major Education Reforms, Says “I’m Not Satisfied”

Education Anita Nalau -

Prime Minister Jotham Napat has called for a major overhaul of Vanuatu's education system, saying he is not satisfied...

PM Outlines Major Development Agenda at Independence Celebrations

News Anita Nalau -

Prime Minister Jotham Napat has outlined a broad development agenda for Vanuatu, announcing major investments in justice, infrastructure, health,...

Hundreds Gather for 46th Independence Celebration Amid Calls for Unity

News Thompson Marango -

Hundreds of citizens, national leaders, community representatives, and invited guests gathered today at Independence Park in Port Vila to...

Police Meet “No to Corruption” Group

News Newsroom -

The Vanuatu Police Force has met with the executive members of the "No to Corruption" advocacy group ahead of...

Vanuatu and Timor-Leste Sign Visa Waiver Agreement

News Newsroom -

Vanuatu and Timor-Leste have strengthened their bilateral relationship with the signing of a Development Cooperation Agreement and a Visa...

Australian ENT Team Delivers Life-Changing Surgeries in Vanuatu

Health Newsroom -

More than 230 ni-Vanuatu patients have received specialist consultations and dozens have undergone life-changing surgeries following a visit by...

Koanapo, Samsen Welcome Police Complaint Over Fund Allegations

News Jamie Brown -

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Johnny Koanapo and former Minister for Trade Samson Samsen have welcomed a...

Vanuatu Workers Credit Respect and Leadership for Positive PALM Scheme Experience

News Tiffany Baldwin -

For thousands of people in Vanuatu, the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme has become more than an opportunity...

Customary Adoption Recognised Under New Bill

News Rani Taviti -

Customary adoption will be recognised under Vanuatu’s proposed Adoption Bill, as chiefs from Sanma Province and Luganville support new...

Mayor Calls on Citizens to Take Ownership of Luganville

News Sabrina Vurobaravu -

Mayor of Luganville, Hon. John Boe Mavutu, has called on citizens in Sanma Province and Luganville to take full...

Merelava Revives Traditional Food Preparation for Independence

News Mika Albie -

Traditional food preparation has become one of the main highlights of Vanuatu's 46th Independence Anniversary celebrations on Merelava Island,...

“Transparency and Accountability Will Guide Fund Review” – Minister Iavro

News Essen Jack -

Newly appointed Minister for Trade and Commerce Robson Iavro says one of his first priorities is to review the...

Financial Markets Association Looks to NUV for Skilled Graduates

Education Newsroom -

The National University of Vanuatu (NUV) and the Financial Markets Association (FMA) have begun discussions on a partnership to...

Vanuatu MPs Gain New Governance Insights in U.S.

News Newsroom -

The Open World Program, administered by the U.S. Congressional Office for International Leadership (COIL), has given a delegation of...

New Trade Minister Pledges Transparency & Accountability

News Essen Jack -

New Minister for Trade and Commerce, Hon. Robson Iavro, has pledged to ensure transparency and accountability in the management...

Government Revenue Reaches VT29 Billion

Economy Jamie Brown -

The Government has collected more than VT29 billion in revenue during the first half of 2026, reaching 55 percent...

Pacific Women’s Network Condemns Malvatumauri Call Against Dr Naupa

News Newsroom -

The Pacific Women's Network Against Violence Against Women (PWNAVAW) has condemned the Malvatumauri National Council of Chiefs' call to...

Vanuatu Debt Remains at Manageable Level

News Thompson Marango -

Vanuatu's public debt currently stands at 35.7% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), with the Government saying the country's debt...

Tourism Operators Prepare for National Agriculture Expo

Business Newsroom -

The Department of Tourism is supporting tourism operators, homestay hosts and community tourism businesses on Maewo Island as they...

Operation India Alpha Targets Safe Independence

News Thompson Marango -

The Vanuatu Police Force has launched Operation India Alpha to strengthen security ahead of the country's 46th Independence celebrations,...

Strong Participation Boosts School Netball Development

Netball Adele Willie -

Netball continues to record strong participation in the National School League (NSL), with schools across Efate taking part despite...

Malvatumauri apologize, says attack on Dr Naupa misleading

News Newsroom -

The Malvatumauri Council of Chiefs has apologized, saying a statement which called for the revocation of Dr Anna Naupa...

Feed Vanuatu Before Exporting Taro – Chiefs

News Rani Taviti -

The President of the Malvatumauri National Council of Chiefs says Vanuatu must feed its own people before looking at...

PM Napat Backs Galaxy FC’s OFC Campaign

Football Keith Hinge -

Prime Minister Jotham Napat has wished Galaxy FC success as the Vanuatu champions prepare to represent the country at...

VCCI raises concerns over Vanuatu Sales Monitoring System

Big Stories Newsroom -

The Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) has raised concerns over the current implementation approach of the Vanuatu...

Government, UNDP Sign VT2.9 Billion Road Deal

News Marie-Laure LUDVAUNE -

The Government of Vanuatu and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for...

PM Defends Value Addition Fund

Government Anita Nalau -

Prime Minister Jotham Napat has defended the Government's VT180 million Value Addition Investment Capital Fund, saying it remains an...

Vanuatu U-16 prepares for final OFC playoff against Samoa

Football Keith Hinge -

Vanuatu Under-16 Men’s National Team will play its final match of the OFC Under-16 Men’s Championship against Samoa in...

PAC Continues VT180 Million Fund Investigation

Business Essen Jack -

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has continued its investigation into the Government's VT180 million Value Addition Investment Capital Fund,...

VMHS Warns of Drought in Northern Vanuatu

Environment & Climate Change Newsroom -

The Vanuatu Meteorology and Hydro-meteorological Services (VMHS) is advising communities that parts of northern Vanuatu are now experiencing the...

Packhouse Programme Expands to Tanna

News Newsroom -

The Government has completed a high-level assessment mission to Tanna as it moves forward with plans to establish a...

Japan, France support new chapter for Vanuatu Judo

Judo Adele Willie -

Vanuatu Judo Federation has opened a new training dojo in Port Vila, providing local judokas with a permanent facility...

iCount, Erakor qualify for Presidents Cup quarter-finals

Football Keith Hinge -

iCount Yatel Football Club and Erakor Golden Stars Football Club have secured places in the quarter-finals of the first-ever...

Women Lead VT620 Million Climate Project

Environment & Climate Change Marie-Laure LUDVAUNE -

Women will lead a new €4.8 million (around VT656 million) regional climate project launched in Port Vila to strengthen climate...

Manaro Ash Disrupts Domestic, International Flights

News Lothian Revom -

Volcanic ash from Manaro Volcano has disrupted domestic and international flights across Vanuatu yesterday, leaving passengers stranded and forcing...

U.S. Reaffirms Commitment to Partnership with Vanuatu

News Anita Nalau -

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with Vanuatu, highlighting continued cooperation in health, education,...

Vanuatu Targets Global Hotel Investment

Business Essen Jack -

Vanuatu has strengthened its push to attract international tourism investment after holding talks with one of the world's leading...

First Section of Pentecost Road Completed

News Keith Hinge -

Communities in Central Pentecost are one step closer to better access to essential services following the completion of the...

Smart Drones and Water-Saving Technology Transform Farming in China

News Patience Mawa -

Smart drones and water-saving technologies are transforming the way agriculture is practiced in China, offering innovative solutions that countries...

New Facility Prioritises Rehabilitation

News Anita Nalau -

Vanuatu's new correctional facility is expected to strengthen rehabilitation programmes and provide inmates with greater opportunities to rebuild their...

Produce Hub to Boost Tourism Supply

Agriculture Newsroom -

A proposed produce hub could strengthen the supply of locally grown food to Vanuatu's tourism and hospitality industry as...

Pacific Faces Growing Land Security Threats

News Newsroom -

A new paper by the Pacific Security College is urging Pacific leaders to place land governance back at the...

Tanna Chiefs Back Government on ICJ Move

News Anita Nalau -

Chiefs from South and South East Tanna have backed the Government's decision to take Vanuatu's sovereignty claim over Matthew...

Australian Club Donates VT1.6 Million to Support Youth Girls Football

Football Adele Willie -

Girls football development in Port Vila has received a VT1.6 million boost after Australian club Avalon FC donated funding...

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