Tokopeatau String Band album launch on Nov 28
By Len Garae. Tokopeatau Local String Band will launch its first album, featuring ten tracks, on the Seafront Stage on Thursday, November 28, with a call for youth to...
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Court finds FIU’s decision to remove Wanfuteng’s Acting CEO unlawful
The Supreme Court has quashed the Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit’s (VFIU) decision that the Wanfuteng Bank’s former Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) was not...
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Ocean Accounting Workshop to advance Vanuatu’s Ocean Initiatives and Oceans Policy goals
By Ezra Toara. Vanuatu is hosting a pivotal workshop on Linking Ocean Accounting for Sustainable Ocean Development this week. The event aims to strengthen Vanuatu’s...
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V-Lab marks 5 years of innovation and social impact
By Ezra Toara. V-Lab celebrated its 5th anniversary this week, marking half a decade of supporting entrepreneurship, social development, and innovation in Vanuatu....
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Canoe Race Reality Show Launched
By Adorina Massing. The Canoe Race’ TV reality show, launched on November 21, 2024, is purposely aimed at showcasing and inspiring entrepreneurs in the country. The...
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Vanuatu Establishes Department of Communication and Digital Transformation
By Ezra Toara. The Government of Vanuatu has officially launched the Department of Communication and Digital Transformation (DCDT), marking a milestone that reflects...
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Vanuatu expands market reach at CIIE 2024
By Nicholas Mwai. This year marks Vanuatu’s seventh participation in the China International Import Expo (CIIE), and the country continues to strengthen its presence...
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New Vanuatu-Australia Infrastructure programme to build safer, all-weather roads across islands
The new Vanuatu-Australia Infrastructure for Development (VAI4D) programme has officially kicked off, bringing together the governments of Vanuatu and Australia to...
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South Epi’s new airport to slash high transport costs
By Ezra Toara. The newly established Lopeni Airport in South Epi is set to significantly reduce transportation costs for residents travelling to nearby airports,...
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Public Transport Strike Threat
By Doddy Morris. The SHEFA/Port Vila Public Land Transport Association (PLTA) has voiced serious concerns over unfulfilled government promises. President Donald...
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Court of Appeal Dismisses Air Vanuatu Liquidation Case
By Doddy Morris. The Court of Appeal has dismissed Civil Appeal Case No. 3198 of 2024, which involved Air Vanuatu (Operations) Limited (AVOL) (in liquidation). The...
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Chiefs protest alleged lack of consultation over roadworks for Vanuatu Rally Event
By Adorina Massing. Takara Chiefs have raised a complaint against their lessee and the Vanuatu Rally Committee for allegedly failing to conduct proper consultations...
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USAID enhances sustainable fisheries management in Vanuatu
By Ezra Toara. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is playing a pivotal role in supporting Vanuatu’s conservation and economic development...
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TORBA Mini Vanuatu Made Trade Show paves way for local farmers to compete nationally
By Doddy Morris. The Department of Industry (DOI) office in TORBA Province is hosting a two-day event called the “TORBA Mini Vanuatu Made Trade Show,” which started...
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VFIPA develops new strategy to drive Foreign Direct Investment
By Adorina Massing. Vanuatu Foreign Investment Promotion Agency (VFIPA) has developed a new Investment Promotion Strategy to assist in identifying foreign investments...
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VNPF suspends Student Education Support Scheme applications
Compiled by Anita Roberts. The Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) Board has temporarily suspended new applications for its loan program under the Student...
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Mamas’ flower sales return
By Len Garae. Mamas from Port Vila and surrounding communities, who have turned flower planting into a self-employed initiative, are resuming their sales for the next...
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OGCIO plans to create addressing system for online deliveries
By Adorina Massing. The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) has revealed plans to map out residential addresses and create a proper addressing...
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