Vanuatu Business Review — business news and analysis

Bible Bookshop’s January-February revenue hits VT2.5 million

By Ezra Toara & Tonny Tahaun. The Bible Bookshop in Vanuatu’s capital has generated 2.5 million Vatu (VT) in revenue solely from sales during January and February of...

Need to hold companies accountable for quarry rehabilitation

By Anita Roberts. The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Rich Tchamako Mahe, said there is need to implement tough measures to hold companies accountable for...

ANZ to close Santo Branch in April

Kava Culture Flourishes: Lukuwi Nakamal, Vanuatu’s Hidden Gem

By Julia Charley. Greetings to all my fellow adventurers and seekers of leisure! Exciting news fills the air as Vanuatu basks in the return of the cruise ship. The...

Federal Pacific Insurance launches new office in Vanuatu

By Nicholas Mwai. In a significant milestone for both the business community and the citizens of Vanuatu, Federal Pacific Insurance (FPI) Group opened its new office...

Over 20 dormant co-operatives set to be revived across Vanuatu

By Sabrina Tabi. The Office of the Registrar of Cooperatives and Business Development Services (ORCBDS) under the Ministry of Trade and Commerce (MoTC), has announced...

European Development Fund allocates VT100M to Cooperative Development

By Sabrina Tabi. Last year, the European Development Fund (EDF 11) provided a substantial boost to the Office of the Registrar of Cooperatives and Business...

Minister says businesses still dodge tax regulations

Compiled by Glenda Willie. Minister responsible for the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MoFEM), John Salong, said there has been much discussion over the...

The Juice Box Revolution

By Matthew Kensen In a move towards promoting healthier lifestyles and combating Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), The Juice Box, a renowned organic juice and...

Annual Retreat and Policy Planning Workshop sets course for Vanuatu’s Business Development

By Sabrina Tabi. The Office of the Registrar of Cooperatives and Business Development Services (ORCBDS), operating under the Ministry of Trade and Commerce (MoTC),...

Kava Vines: Indulge in Kava Bliss at Nambawan Kava Bar

By Julia Charley. Greetings, my fellow readers! This week, Kava Vines shines the spotlight on Nambawan Kava Bar, an oasis of relaxation owned by the enterprising...

PVCC cautions unauthorised kava sellers

Compiled by Glenda Willie. The Port Vila City Council (PVCC) is cautioning Kava bar owners that they cannot sell kava juice by the roadside or at home. The Council...

NBV’s 100th ‘Isi Haos’ milestone

Expanding services and affordability to families in rural areas are at the forefront of National Bank of Vanuatu’s (NBV) commitment to helping the people. “Our...

Holiday Inn Resort contributes to boosting sports

By Doddy Morris. Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu, as part of the renowned InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG) has been contributing actively to foster community and...

Wilco secures VT67M contract for VCAP2

Wilco Hardware has secured a VT67million contract to supply and deliver materials for local area councils’ climate-proofing field officers at the sites of the Vanuatu...

Vanuatu Business Survey deadline extended to February amidst low response rate and challenges

By Sabrina Tabi. Vanuatu Bureau of Statistics (VBoS) have extended the closing date for its Business Survey, due to low response rate from Business houses. The...

Qatar’s VT24M worth of donations to Vanuatu Red Cross Society

By Ezra Toara. The Government of Qatar, through the Qatar Red Crescent (QRC), has made a significant donation to the Vanuatu Red Cross Society (VRCS). The generous...