Regional efforts to turn waste into economic value
By Ezra Toara. A week-long regional seminar is currently underway in Port Vila, focusing on the principles of the Circular Economy. This sustainable model of...
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Ni-Vanuatu Entrepreneur Nauka returns to boost local tourism with ‘Hop on, Hop off’ concept
By Kizzy Kalsakau. Alfred Nauka, a successful Ni-Vanuatu entrepreneur, has returned to Vanuatu after operating his tourism business in New Caledonia for over two...
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Shipping Subsidy Project contract signed for TAFEA Outer Islands
By Tensly Sumbe. Minister Marc Ati, responsible for the Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities (MIPU), has signed a contract with Touaraken Shipping Services...
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Weavers’ designs gain copyright recognition at Vanuatu Made event
Three weavers from TORBA, MALAMPA, and PENAMA have been recognised by the Vanuatu Intellectual Property Office (VanIPO) as copyright holders for their creative...
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Single Mother of 10 Seeks Support from Dept. of Industry
By Clifton Kissel. Seeking support from the Ministry of Trade and Commerce (MOTC) marks an important step for Winnie Daniel, a widowed mother who has built her baking...
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Tanna Ferry owner’s vision for indigenous investors to jointly develop Tanna
By Len Garae. North Tanna businessman Mr. Peter Pata, the owner of Tanna Ferry, envisions indigenous investors developing Tanna. “Our people must understand that...
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Decrease Imports to Support Local Products – Director Ravo
By Adorina Massing. The Government needs to reduce imports of food that local producers can easily supply as alternatives on the shelves of domestic markets. Antoine...
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Royal Caribbean to stock Vanuatu Made products onboard
By Adorina Massing. The Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Trade and Commerce (MOTC) has announced the commitment made between the Vanuatu Government and Royal...
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Vodafone returns as platinum sponsor of Fest’Napuan
Vodafone has once again stepped up as the premier sponsor of the Pacific’s longest-running music festival, Vanuatu’s very own Fest’Napuan. In fact, Vodafone and its...
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Unity Airlines expands fleet
By Charles Hakwa. Unity Airlines welcomed a new addition to its fleet, a BN2 Britten Norman Islander registered YJ-009. Unity Airlines Chief Executive Officer (CEO)...
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Vanuatu Made Trade Show exposes talented young painter Kuautonga
By Julia Charley. The 6th edition of the Vanuatu Made Trade Show 2024 introduced a rising star in the art world—Dimitry Musi Kuautonga. This talented young painter,...
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Five Ni-Vanuatu businesses set to go global with export support
By Ezra Toara. V-Lab and Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Vanuatu’s Department of...
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PM to appoint new Minister of Trade and Commerce on his return from New York
By Terence Malapa. Today marks one week since Bob Loughman, a Member of Parliament (MP) for Tanna, was removed from his position as Minister of the Ministry of Trade,...
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Local Artisan Showcases Unique Ukuleles at Vanuatu Made Trade Show
By Julia Charley. Feiawa Park came alive with vibrant displays at the Vanuatu Made Trade Show 2024, but one stall, in particular, captivated both locals and tourists...
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Permit registrations for female creative industries reach 600
By Adorina Massing. The three-day Vanuatu Made Trade Show is now open to the public, featuring a number of local businesses selected to showcase their authentic...
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Vanuatu Made Trade Show 2024 showcases innovation and creativity
By Ezra Toara & Julia Charley. The 2024 Vanuatu Made Trade Show, currently underway, is showcasing the introduction of new and innovative products by local producers....
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Sustainable infrastructure required for E-commerce growth – OGCIO
By Adorina Massing. Sustainable infrastructure is needed to ensure strong connectivity in Vanuatu, enabling digital entrepreneurs to establish and expand e-commerce...
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Captivated tourist buys local artist’s masterpiece as surprise gift for sick wife
By Clifton Kissel. A local Vanuatu artist, Alfred Tama, sold one of his paintings for VT18,000 to a tourist, Mr. John Howard, who was visiting Vanuatu for the first...
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