Vanuatu Politics & Home News

13/11/2023

Thank you tumas Honorable Minister Tomker Netvunei long sponsorship blong yu towards Onesua Presbyterian College (OPC) Awards Day blong 2023.

Elder Charles Maniel olsem Newly Council Member blong OPC, weh 75th PCV General Assembly long Marahai session long island blong Malo ie jes endorsem name blo me long this year, mi tekem time ya long behave blo Chairlady blong Council Mrs. Shirly Tokon mo School Principal Madame Rossie Netvurak mo every parent blong ol pikinini long OPC blong expressem bigfala tankio long support blong yu towards OPC Awards day weh bae ie take ples long 19th of November 2023.

On the same note. Hon. Minister Tomker bae hemi also main Sponsor blong PCV 76th General assembly weh bae hemi take ples long home island blong hem long Williams Bay, long Island blong Erromango long year 2024.

24/10/2023

Fulap papa mo ol yangfala boy i stap long Seasonal work naoia long Ostrelia mo Niu Zealand nokat inaf man blong helpem ol woman mo mama long ol komuniti long ol difren aelan raon long Vanuatu long kaen taem olsem we yumi stap long hem naoia.

Long ol taem olsem yumi nidim yumi blong mekem sua se everi wan I sef.

Yumi askem ol strong ' yut long ol difren komuniti long ol difren aelan blong umi Oli go jekem ol' families we every pikinni mo mama we papa blong olgeta oli stap lo seasonal work mo helpem olgeta during hariken we yumi stap long hem naoia.

24/10/2023

Hurricane stap kilim Torba, Sanma, Penama mo Malampa mo network e on yet beh lo Shefa network bae off before Hurricane e kasem, specially Digicel long Rural areas.

We need to think smart and let Starlink to operate in Vanuatu.

19/10/2023

Kolta work long North East Malekula bambae I start long Botovro kambak long Norsup.

Newly Appointed minister blong Public Utilities and Infrastructure, Don Ken hemi givimaot wan instruction blong work I mas kariaot from End to Start.

Work blong putum kolta bambae CCECC hemi kariaot I no longtime.

Long nara news, Minister Don Ken bambae hemi lidim wan high delegation blong MIPU i go daon long Malekula long Next week 25th October blong mekem fes official visit blong hem olsem state minister.

Ripot I talem tu se bambae hemi mekem nara official visit I go long Pentecost mo Ambae after long tua blong hem long Malekula.

Hemi wan longtime krae blong ol pipol blong Malekula speseli long northeast blong kolta I mas kasem olgeta.

19/10/2023

Minister hands over boat for rural service boost in SANMA Province

The Minister responsible for the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MoIA), Rick Tchamako Mahe, handed over a marine boat to the SANMA Provincial Government Council (SPGC) in Luganville, Santo, yesterday.

The boat was initially intended for the Border Control Unit within the Department of Immigration to aid in maritime border operations in Luganville and Santo.

However, as part of decentralisation efforts, it was decided to transfer ownership to the SPGC. This would allow various government departments to utilise it in pursuit of a common government objective: bringing services closer to the people.

“This boat isn’t a dedicated security vessel, and we believe that there are pressing needs in our remote areas, where boat access is the sole means of transportation. We encourage everyone to use it for delivering services to our people,” Minister Mahe explained.
He also noted that the Department of Immigration would be responsible for the boat’s maintenance.

“Whenever a government department wishes to use the boat, they will need to request permission from the SANMA Provincial Government Council.

The Immigration Department will then assist them in implementing decentralisation and government priority policies,” he added.

Minister Mahe said the boat is a valuable asset for SANMA, a province with many islands.

This asset plays a central role in communication in rural areas. “This mode of transportation within our province is advantageous in moving government personnel to different locations. It also enables access to promote healthcare facilities and educational opportunities.

Implementing government policies in rural areas will lead to job creation. I urge all government departments to make effective use of it for the benefit of the people in Santo,” Mahe continued.
Concluding his remarks, Minister Mahe said efficient and affordable transportation is a key driver of economic growth in rural areas and ensures that people can receive government services.

19/10/2023

The former Prime Minister of Vanuatu, Alatoi Ishmael Kalsakau, has issued a compelling plea to the government, urging prompt action to address the plight of individuals who were forcefully evicted from the Korman area last month. In response to these distressing circumstances, Kalsakau has called for immediate government intervention to secure the land and provide relief to the affected victims.

In a public statement delivered today, 1st Deputy Speaker Maukoro stressed that the government must expedite the acquisition of the Korman land, initiate its subdivision, and make it available to those who were originally occupying the land.

The victims, who were forcibly removed from their homes, have faced a challenging and uncertain period following the eviction. Kalsakau, a respected figure in Vanuatu's political landscape, has voiced his concern for their well-being and has urged the government to act swiftly to alleviate their suffering.

18/10/2023

A pivotal date is fast approaching in the ongoing saga surrounding the parliamentary seat of Ambrym Constituency Member of Parliament, Bruno Lengkon. As the Court of Appeal remains the final arbiter in this high-stakes political and legal drama, Lengkon's case is now scheduled for a hearing on November 10, 2023, signaling the last opportunity for him to prove that the Speaker's ruling to vacate his seat was both illegal and unconstitutional.



The controversy surrounding Lengkon's parliamentary seat began when Speaker Simeon Seoule declared it vacant during a period of political instability. Seoule's claim was that Lengkon had been absent for three consecutive sessions without providing proper notification to the parliament.



This case has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride, with legal and political
implications that have kept the nation on edge. Lengkon, who maintains his innocence, has persistently fought to regain his seat, arguing that due processwas not followed when he was ejected from parliament.



Theupcoming hearing on November 10, 2023, is the final opportunity for Lengkon to present his case before the Court of Appeal.

The outcome will undoubtedly shape the future of the Ambrym Constituency's parliamentary representation and potentially influence broader discussions on parliamentary procedure and constitutional interpretation.

VPHN will monitor the case closely to ensure the public will get an accurate information in relation to this issue.

17/10/2023

Eviction Warrant Notice by Supreme Court

Wan notice blo Eviction order I go long ol family were I stap long land lo etas area lease title no.12/0921/146.

Sherif blong Supreme Court hemi issue notice ia yesterday mo oli givem time Kasem 31 October 2023 blong ol family I movum ol belonging blong olgeta before date ia.

17/10/2023

The Vanuatu police executed a search warrant at the property of the honorable Jay Ngwele, a former minister of MIPU, located in Nambatu. This operation follows allegations that honorable Ngwele misappropriated funds allocated for the Ambae road during his tenure as a minister, using them to construct rental properties on his estate.

The search warrant, successfully obtained from the court earlier this month, is the result of an ongoing investigation into the former minister's financial misconduct allegations. Reports suggest that the investigation has uncovered compelling evidence, prompting the authorities to take this decisive action.

Photo credit VBTC Shefa

10/10/2023

In a surprising turn of events, the urgent case filed by Speaker Simeon Seule against former Prime Minister Sato Kilman and Member of Parliament for Port Vila constituency, Ngwele, has been found to lack the urgency it initially claimed.

VPHN was reliably informed that the Speaker's application, which aimed to hold the former PM and MP Ngwele in contempt of court, has not been deemed urgent. Furthermore, it has been revealed that the application was filed in the wrong court.

The Speaker's attempt to expedite the case and seek punitive measures against the
former Prime Minister and MP Ngwele has hit a roadblock due to the absence of
urgency.

Meanwhile, the court has scheduled a hearing for Mr. Kilman's application against the Speaker, set to take place tomorrow at 10 am. As this legal drama continues to unfold, we urge our readers to stay tuned for further updates on this evolving situation. The outcome of these legal battles will likely have far-reaching implications for the political landscape and legal proceedings in the country.

04/10/2023

In the ongoing legal turmoil involving former Minister Bruno Leingkon, a significant setback has emerged. The notice of appeal, initially marked as "urgent" when submitted to the Court of Appeal, has not been properly served to relevant parties. This procedural lapse has effectively stripped the appeal of its urgency.

Justice E. P. Goldsbrough, presiding over the case, clarified that the "urgent" designation lacks significance without proper service. In the legal arena, "urgent" cases typically receive expedited attention due to their time sensitivity. However, the failure to serve the notice of appeal to involved parties has undermined this designation.

Consequently, the review of Leingkon's appeal is on hold until proper service is completed. The court has made it clear that there will be no further special arrangements or considerations to treat the case as "urgent" again. This underscores the court's commitment to adhering to proper legal procedures.

As the legal drama continues, these developments highlight the importance of meticulous adherence to legal protocols

04/09/2023

Congratulations

03/09/2023

Chadrack Adams Lucious hemi handem over 17 bag rice I go long Team Malampa Tete afternoon, long Malapoa College, we hemi game village blong ol' student athletes ia.

Mr. Chadrack hemi talem se donation hemi blong team I Karem I go back long islands mo mekem wan smol thank you kakae blong olgeta.

Hemi talem se reason we hemi no Kam givim before from hemi think about thank you kakae we bae I mas happen afta mo decide blong Kam mekem donation ia Tete.

Team Malampa bambae Oli Lego Port Vila long Next Week blong gobak, mo hemi wishim.everyone safe travel mo also wishim olgeta good sakses long skul mo up coming exams.

16/08/2023

We now have a hung Parliament, there is no simple majority inside the house. Hopefully in the up coming days numbers will start to increase, to reach simple majority.

16/08/2023

Opposition MPs arrived at parliament ready to debate the motion of no confidence against PM Ishmael Kalsakau Maukoro

16/08/2023

Newly appointed minister blong trade, tourism & industry hemi resign Tete morning mo go joinem group we sapotem motion of no confidence againstem PM Ishamel Kalsakau.

30/07/2023

Good afternoon everyone, just to inform yumi se bambae fireworks hemi happen Tete naet around 7PM.

Bambae Oli firem long newfala site blong office blong president ( hill andap long Labour Office), mo bambae umi save watchem long are blong Saralana mo surrounding areas.

Happy Celebration everyone

13/07/2023

Newly appointed Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Mp blo Shepherds Outer Island, Hon John William Timakata. Congratulations

05/07/2023

The decision to remove Port Vila City Councillors by the mayor has been stayed pending a judicial review.

The defendant and Lord Mayor Steve Kiel took a decision on May 30, 2023 to vacate the seat of former Lord Mayor and councillor Erick Festa with councillor Tarsong Shem, councillor Jenny Regenvanu, councillor Joseph Langiola, councillor Anthea Arukole, councillor Alfred Namas, councillor Marie Louise Milnne, councillor William Aron, councillor Adrien Melepsis, councillor Davis Nambaru and councillor Melanie Shem.

The court granted the application of the appelants yesyerday restraining Lord Mayor and his allies not to interfere with the offices of the applicants until the matter is resolved.

Legal counsel representing the appellants Kent Tari Ture also made two verbal application seeking a speedy process of the matter under Rule 18 of the Civil Procedure Rules, due to the urgency of the matter.

Mr Ture also made an oral application to stay the decision of the Mayor to declare the seats of the applicants vacant pending the determination of a Judicial Review. The applications were submitted unopposed.

He also referred to the decision of the court in Civil Case N0. 23/336 urging the parties to return and debate the current motion in existence. He said the stay order will allow the council to meet and resolve the riffing impasse within the council.

Counsel Edward Nalyal who appeared (late) on behalf of the defendant said he received a late information.

The case will resume on August 3 for hearing.

04/07/2023

Someone by the name Harrison Lawi was sent to jail for 3 years on charges of unlawful sexual in*******se.

The Court affidavits claimed that Lawi was a bus driver and at the time of the offending, the victim was 13 years old. In addition, she was accompanied but her cousin.

The night of the offending, Lawi took the victim and her cousin to a Guest House at Erakor Half Road and asked the victim’s cousin to sleep in the bus while she took the victim inside to a room he paid for.

The evidence showed that the girl did not fight back when the defendant was caressing her before he undressed her and had full pe**le in*******se with her.

Justice Dudley Aru confirmed in his judgement during the in*******se that complainant did not call for help either. She remained calm and covered her face with her hands.

18/06/2023

Vanuatu Special Envoy (SE) to the United Arab Emirates i kat naoia wan ofis long Dubai.

Special Envoy Milroy Cainton hemi talem se hemi markem wan milestone long Diplomacy blong Vanuatu inside long Gulf Region, inside long United Arab Emirates (UAE) mo office ia hemi stap long Dubai.

Special Envoy, Mr. Cainton hemi talem se smol office ia hemi set up blong fasilitetem, promotem Vanuatu long areas blong Tourism, Trade investments, Cultural Exchange mo Political Dialogue.

“ Hemi duty blong me olsem Special Envoy blong promotem Vanuatu mo work faenem ol avenues blong helpem ol investors long UAE, Dubai mo Middle East blong oli save kam invest long Vanuatu long various areas we yumi wantem oli invest long hem”, Cainton hemi talem.

Special Envoy Cainton hemi talem thank you long ol partners blong hem we save joinem hands tugeta blong save establishim office ia long Dubai from work blong wan special envoy hemi self sponsored so hemi thankem everyone way contribute blong hemi save kat wan office long Dubai, blong save promotem Vanuatu.

“Establishment blong office blong Special Envoy long Dubai hemi made possible tru long wan mutual partnership wetem Vanuatu Investment Marketing (VIMM) bureau we hemi based long center blong Dubai. Big thank you iko long Mr Daniel Agius weh hemi Managing Director blong iCount weh hemi enable Mr Milroy blong offerem wan office space mo too thank you long Honorary Consul blong Vanuatu iko long UK, Mr James Harris blong save ensure seh Mr Milroy hemi save accessem ol resources weh available inside long office ya”, Special Envoy Cainton hemi talem.

Mr Milroy hemi station inside long VIMM. VIMB hsince 2017 hemi one of Vanuatu’s most prominent internationally operating professional services companies. Headquartered in Vanuatu, VIMB operates in Port Vila, Singapore, Dubai and London.

Minister blong Foreign Affairs, Jotham Napat hemi talem se Mr. Cainton hemi wan long ol fes Special Envoy hemi hemi kat wan website blong hem blong promote Vanuatu we hemi (http://www.vanuatumission.ae/) mo hemi kat strong confidence long Mr. Cainton blong I save not only promotem Vanuatu be also bringim mo development mo investment long kantri.

Bambae Address blong Dubai hemi registered soon mo Port Vila Address blong Special Envoy to UAE hemi PO Box 1269.

Photo Caption: left to right: Vanuatu’s UN Ambassador to United Nation, His Excellency Mr Odo Tevi, Minister of Trades, Tourism, Industry and Investment, Honorable Minister Matai Seremiah, Special Envoy to UAE, Mr Cainton Milroy Cainton

15/06/2023

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07/06/2023

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02/06/2023

Public Service Commission bambae I start pemaot Severance Entitlement blong ol' long serving officer.

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01/06/2023

Vanuatu, a world leader in the fight against plastic, remains hopeful at the INC2

31 May 2023 Paris France - Global leadership in the battle against single-use plastic was shown by Vanuatu when the Pacific Island nation became the first in the world to ban plastic straws in 2018. Now five years on, Vanuatu has joined the call for a strong and ambitious legally binding instrument to tackle the plastic pollution crisis.

This week in Paris the Second Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an internationally legally binding instrument on plastic pollution including in the marine environment is underway. 193 Governments are negotiating a plastics treaty to help address a growing problem.

According to the United Nations Environment Programme, about 400 million tonnes of plastic is produced each year since the 1970’s the rate of plastic production has grown faster than that of any other material. If this trend continues, global production of primary plastic will reach 1,100 million tonnes by 2050.

If business as usual continues, the amount of plastic in our ocean will outweigh fish, by 2050.

“Vanuatu faces many challenges – we have a limited land mass, we are vulnerable to both the impacts of climate change and natural disasters – dealing with plastic waste is another challenge that we struggle to address,” said Ms Touasi Tiwok, Director of Environment of Vanuatu.

“We have done as much as we can do, but we don’t have the capacity to do more – this problem continues to grow, and we need global cooperation to help us all.”

For full story: https://lnkd.in/gvKtcNSy



Source Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme

June 1, 2023 Waste Management and Pollution Control 31 May 2023 Paris France - Global leadership in the battle against single-use plastic was shown by Vanuatu when the Pacific Island nation became the first in the world to ban plastic straws in 2018. Now five years on, Vanuatu has joined the call fo...

01/06/2023

Naoia Solomon Island i stap tekem step olsem Vanuatu blong lukluk blong bannem plastik long Solomons

31 May 2023, Paris France - The pristine beaches, vibrant forests and colourful reefs of 992 islands of the Solomon Islands are threatened by increasing plastic litter arriving on its shores, and from discarded plastic waste locally.

In the capital Honiara, plastic bags alone make up 12 per cent of the main landfill. Managing plastic waste continues to stress infrastructure and already limited resources in the small island nation.

“We need to stop plastic at its source, we are calling for an ambitious instrument that is legally binding and looks at the entire lifecycle of plastics, from the sourcing of raw materials all the way to the remediation of legacy pollution leaked into the environment,” said Ms Debra Kereseka, the Deputy Director of Environment in the Solomon Islands.

“The Pacific Islands do not produce polymers and like most small island states we face serious challenges in managing plastic waste in a safe, economically and environmentally sustainable way.”

Full story: https://lnkd.in/gBsp7_XJ


Source Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme

June 1, 2023 Waste Management and Pollution Control 31 May 2023, Paris France - The pristine beaches, vibrant forests and colourful reefs of 992 islands of the Solomon Islands are threatened by increasing plastic litter arriving on its shores, and from discarded plastic waste locally. In the capital...

01/06/2023

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31 May 2023, Paris France –Australia has reiterated its commitment to negotiating an ambitious and legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution by 2040.

The commitment during the opening plenary of INC-2 at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris France on Wednesday, where the Director International Plastics Policy Section of the Australian Government, Mr Cameron Colebatch, also reassured its Pacific neighbours of their continued support in the process.

“We are mindful of the high stakes of this work, and the hopes of people all around the world for a solution to plastic pollution, particularly Pacific Island Countries and small island developing states who are disproportionately impacted by its effects,” he said.

“We all look to this process to progress a tangible and meaningful pathway forward. This will require not only strong national-led action, but also globally agreed standards and obligations to facilitate and give certainty to the transformation necessary across all economies.”

Full story: https://lnkd.in/gFzw3ueW
📷: IISD/ENB- Kiara Worth


Source: Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme

June 1, 2023 Waste Management and Pollution Control 31 May 2023, Paris France –Australia has reiterated its commitment to negotiating an ambitious and legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution by 2040. The commitment during the opening plenary of INC-2 at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris...

01/06/2023

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