As of Thursday, April 25, 2024, more than 355 eligible staff members of the Ministry of Health (MoH) have received their COVID-19 risk allowance, totaling over VT122,190,372.
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The Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority (VMSA) this week praised the response of key stakeholders for their swift response to a maritime emergency incident involving crew from a Danish registered sailing vessel, SY Nordkaperen.
The President of the Union of Moderate Parties (UMP) and Leader of Opposition, Ishmael Kalsakau, recommended that the Prime Minister (PM) defer the referendum until next year to ensure that the information regarding the proposed amendments reaches everyone.
Over 8,000 informal workers have joined the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) as voluntary members since the Fund begun extending its coverage into the informal sector some years ago.
The well-known Wan Smolbag (WSB) Theatre group celebrated its 35th Anniversary with the launching two new films, “Muv, Muv, Muv” and “Protektem Ol Gel,” on April 25 at the Tana Cine theatre.
The Tangraro Family Groupings have issued a statement addressing ongoing issues at Beverly Hills Primary School, particularly concerning land dispute and unauthorised actions allegedly carried…
Vanuatu was represented for the first time at the 2024 Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, Florida (USA) from April 8 to 11, 2024.
The Pacific National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NHMS) heard fewer Tropical Cyclones (TCs) have been observed than were predicted in the southwest Pacific over the 2023/24 TC sea…
Vanuatu Sports
The opening weekend of the Port Vila T20 Championship witnessed some intriguing battles, with the Efate based clubs looking to start their seasons off well.
Vanuatu, the lowest-ranked side at the ICC T20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier, stunned the cricketing world by beating Zimbabwe, a formidable opponent by six wickets after bowling them out for their lowest T201 score of 61.
Deni Kalanga’s journey in the realm of sports and education is emblematic of the transformative power of dedication and inclusivity.
Vanuatu’s UNV Futsal Club will face Suva FC in the third and fourth place playoff of the OFC Men’s Champions League tomorrow, after a hard fought 4-1 win over Tonga’s Veitonga FC yesterday.
The Fisheries Department and the SHEFA Football Association (FA) will launch an initiative known as the Tuna Cup at the Municipal Stadium in Port Vila today.
Tourism
Air Vanuatu, the national airline, has revealed an expansion to its flight schedules connecting New Zealand this week, solidifying its partnership with Solomon Airlines.
After a four-year hiatus, Tok Tok Vanuatu has returned, with the first delegates arriving to engage in a bustling schedule of connecting with tourism operators to bolster future tourism growth.
There is a big need for people on Aneityum to be given first aid training so that they can respond in any medical emergency, said Area Administrator Davina Vira.
In a move to regulate and ensure fair practices, the Port Vila City Council (PVCC) has issued a reminder to vendors selling their products to tourists.
Locals and tourists in Vanuatu’s popular destination, Mystery Island and Aneityum were reported safe following a significant 7.7 magnitude earthquake that occurred yesterday at approximately 1:57 pm.
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