Santo Rodeo broadens focus beyond bull riding 7/22/2026
By Elton Barley. The 2026 Santo Rodeo will feature more than cowboys and bulls, with local producers also being given an opportunity to […]
Pentecost chief seeks Gov’t support to restore kava production 7/22/2026
By Hilaire Bule. The President of the Bilmalvanua Council of Chiefs on Pentecost, Chief Graim Tevimel, is calling on the government to support […]
Tourism Department prepares Maewo for National Agriculture Expo 7/22/2026
Compiled by Doddy Morris. Tourism operators, homestay hosts and community tourism businesses on Maewo are receiving training and support from the Department of […]
Tourism assessment finds 81% of businesses still building market readiness 7/20/2026
Vanuatu’s first national tourism market readiness assessment has found that more than four out of five tourism businesses assessed are still working towards […]
The VNPF Contribution Increase 10/16/2025
In the shadow of cracked buildings and a decentralising capital, amidst the economic soul-searching that has followed the December 2024 earthquake, the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) has placed a critical question before the nation: should we mandate a higher superannuation contribution rate?
On the surface, the proposal seems unimpeachable, even noble. Who could argue against securing a better retirement for our elders and workers? Yet, to consider this question outside of Vanuatu’s current, fraught economic reality is to build a house on sand.
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VANUATU QUAIL :A Unique Taste of Quality Meat 4/13/2025
By Julia Charley. Vanuatu Quail is revolutionizing the local poultry industry by introducing a new and nutritious alternative to traditional meat options. […]
Online Learning to Advance Education and Help Schools Overcome Earthquake Challenges 2/5/2025
Vanuatu schools are stepping into the digital age with a major online initiative by the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET). In […]
High-Speed BusinessPlans for Low Earth Orbit(LEO) Satellite Internet 12/31/2024
Dear Vanuatu Businesses, Since 2018, Pacific Link has proudly provided satellite connectivity throughout the islands. We’re excited to introduce Low Earth Orbit […]
Emma Mana 4/13/2025
My name is Emma and originally from Papua New Guinea But moved to Vanuatu in 2012 after marrying a Ni-Vanuatu man. My husband is a teacher at Malapoa College and together we have four children
Felix Tinning 4/13/2025
My name is Felix Tinning. I operate a barber shop and am also passionate about Farming, Fishing and joinery work. After undertaking two years of seasonal work from 2021 to 2023, I established my barber shop in Santo without any prior business experience. The Labour Department then introduced me to V-Lab at the beginning of this year which I saw as a chance to learn business management skills.
Marjellah LingTamat V-lab Alumni Profile 12/31/2024
My name is Marjellah Lingamat. I am a full-time mum, originally from Papua New Guinea(PNG) but married to a Ni-Van and have lived in Vanuatu for the past 11 years. When I was year 4, I used to play marbles with my friends, often winning and then selling the marbles back to them. That was how my passion for business started; an innocent hobby I subconsciously undertook for fun. A hobby from playing and selling marbles that financed my first self-bought pair of shoes.
