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Vanuatu Builds Skills in Kids’ Athletics Training

Vanuatu is taking part in a regional training programme aimed at developing athletics at the grassroots level and encouraging more children to enjoy and participate in the sport. Athletics Vanuatu Secretary General Jennifer Atisson and coach Sandy Molu are representing Vanuatu at the World Athletics Kids’ Athletics Train the Trainer course in Honiara, Solomon Islands. […] The post Vanuatu Builds…

Torba & PNG Chiefs Unite Ahead of Torba/PNG Day

Chiefs from Torba and the Papua New Guinea community in Port Vila have come together for the first time at the Chiefs Nakamal to strengthen unity and reconciliation ahead of the upcoming Torba/PNG Day celebrations. The gathering brought together community leaders to discuss the upcoming event and explore ways of strengthening cooperation and solidarity between […] The post Torba & PNG Chiefs Unite…

Wan Smol Bag Gives Youth Space to Learn New Skills

Young people who are not in school or employment are being encouraged to learn new skills and explore different opportunities through a Mini-Exhibition launched by Wan Smol Bag in Port Vila. The exhibition provides a platform for young people to showcase their talents, creativity and skills, while also giving the public an opportunity to learn […] The post Wan Smol Bag Gives Youth Space to Learn…

15 New Peace Corps Volunteers Begin Service in Vanuatu

15 new United States Peace Corps Volunteers have been sworn into service in Vanuatu, continuing the organisation’s 36-year partnership with communities across the country. The Volunteers took their oath during a ceremony in North Efate on August 19, after completing ten weeks of training in local languages, culture, technical skills and preparation for community-based service. […] The post 15 New…

Vanuatu and Solomon Islands Strengthen Police Cooperation

Vanuatu and Solomon Islands have agreed to strengthen cooperation between their police forces following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at improving intelligence sharing, maritime security, specialist training and the exchange of police officers. The agreement was signed yesterday between the Vanuatu Police Force and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force, with both […] The post…

Pacific Countries Strengthen Climate Reporting in Vanuatu

Vanuatu is hosting climate representatives from Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Fiji, Cook Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia for a five-day regional workshop aimed at strengthening climate reporting and tracking progress on national climate commitments. The workshop, taking place at Iririki Island Resort and Spa from 17 to 21 August, focuses on the […] The post Pacific Countries…

RVS Takuare Inquiry Report Handed to Authorities

The Commission of Inquiry report into the wreck of the RVS Takuare is now ready to be used by the responsible authorities. The report was handed over by Acting Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority Commissioner Lloyd Fikiasi and members of the Commission of Inquiry to Minister of Justice Job Andy. The Ministry of Justice has confirmed […] The post RVS Takuare Inquiry Report Handed to Authorities first…

VT805 Million Approved for Six Road Projects

More than VT805 million in road improvement contracts have been approved for six road projects, with the Central Tender Board awarding the contracts to six different companies. The Council of Ministers approved the Central Tender Board decisions last week following submissions from the Minister of Infrastructure and Public Utilities, Hon. Xavier Emmanuel Harry. From a […] The post VT805 Million…

VMSA Plans Mandatory Trackers for Small Boats

The Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority (VMSA) is planning to make satellite tracking devices mandatory for small banana boats following lessons from a recent search and rescue operation involving families from Erromango. Acting VMSA Commissioner Lloyd Fikiasi says the operation exposed challenges in locating small boats at sea, particularly when authorities do not have access to […] The post VMSA…

Nauneban Bridge Vandalism Prompts Call for Community Action

Graffiti on the newly built Nauneban Bridge in South Santo has prompted calls for communities to take greater responsibility in protecting government-funded infrastructure. South Santo Area 2 Administrator and Vanuatu Climate Resilient Transport Project stakeholder Terry Daniel said he was disappointed to see writing and graffiti on the bridge, despite the project not having been […] The post…