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15/10/2025

Over VT1.6 million was spent on local fruits during the Fruit Festival 2025, marking a significant boost to Vanuatu’s agriculture sector. According to coordinator Milroy Cainton, the breakdown included VT800,000 to farmers in Santo, VT550,000 to growers in Malekula, and VT250,000 to producers around Efate, with all fruits sourced locally for decorations, drinks, and competitions. The total excludes additional purchases for the Pikinini Bar refreshment area, which operated under a separate budget. Thousands attended the festival, generating strong sales for small vendors and highlighting the festival’s growing role as a bridge between agriculture and tourism.

14/10/2025

The perfect ending to Vanuatu’s first-ever Fruit Festival! Watch ONETOX light up the stage with their timeless Pacific hit “Ramukanji," at Fatumaru Bay. 📍 FruitFest 2025 – 8th–10th October, Waterfall Precinct, Port Vila ...

The perfect ending to Vanuatu’s first-ever Fruit Festival! Watch ONETOX light up the stage with their timeless Pacific hit “Ramukanji,” at Fatumaru Bay. 📍 FruitFest 2025 – 8th–10th October, W…

14/10/2025

As FruitFest 2025 came to a succesful close, organizers extended heartfelt gratitude to everyone who worked tirelessly to keep the event safe and enjoyable. Special thanks go to the Vanuatu Police Force, the VMF and VMF Fire and Security teams, and the Community Safety Teams from Tamalas and Fresh Wota 5 for their outstanding dedication throughout the 3 festival nights. Their teamwork, professionalism, and constant presence ensured that thousands of visitors could celebrate peacefully and without major incidents.

The FruitFest Committee deeply appreciates the trust, partnership, and community spirit shown by all security teams in making the festival a true success at Fatumaru Bay.

14/10/2025

One of the most inspiring parts of FruitFest 2025 was seeing the active involvement of students from schools in Port Vila.

Their participation showed that FruitFest isn’t just a celebration — it’s an investment in the next generation. Students learned about agriculture, nutrition, tourism, entrepreneurship, and teamwork, gaining real-life skills that support both personal growth and national development.

By engaging young people in events like this, Vanuatu is nurturing future farmers, business owners, innovators, and leaders who will carry forward the vision of Smart Farming, Healthy Living, and Stronger Tourism. The knowledge and experience they gained at FruitFest will ripple across communities, helping build a more self-reliant and sustainable nation.

14/10/2025

14/10/2025

The Vanuatu Football Federation (VFF) has opened a tender inviting professional consulting firms to provide services for the construction of a new artificial turf football field. The project, supported by FIFA, aims to upgrade local football infrastructure and will include design, documentation, and construction phases. Design work is scheduled for 2025, with construction expected to begin in early 2026 and completed within six months. Tender submissions close on October 30, 2025, at the VFF Headquarters in Port Vila.

For enquiries, interested parties may contact Mr. Alick Terry, VFF Project Officer, via email at [email protected]
or phone at +678 7103082 / +678 5448119.

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14/10/2025

The FruitFest 2025 ended with an amazing performance by Onetox, who closed the night with their famous song “Ramukanji.”

The hit, which became popular across the Pacific years ago, had the whole crowd at Fatumaru Bay singing and dancing together. It was the perfect way to finish Vanuatu’s first-ever Fruit Festival — full of joy, music, and island pride. 🇸🇧🇻🇺