"Closing ceremony celebrates unity, launches Tafea Council of Chiefs, and reinforces call for cultural leadership."
Lenakel, Tanna – 10 August 2025 — The curtains have closed on the 5th National Arts and Culture Festival in Lenakel, Tanna, with a powerful call for unity, discipline, and integrity from Chairman and President of the Nikolatan Council of Chiefs, Chief Peter Marcel.
“Historic signing unites traditional leaders of five islands during National Arts & Culture Festival”
The Tafea Council of Chiefs was officially established on Tanna Island during the 5th National Arts & Culture Festival, marking a historic moment for traditional leadership in Vanuatu.
Tanna, August 2025 – The 5th National Arts and Culture Festival was officially opened by the Minister of Custom, Arts and Culture, Hon. Job Sam Andy, during a vibrant ceremony in Lenakel, Tanna.
TANNA, TAFEA PROVINCE — The 2025 Public Service Day was officially closed by the Right Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission (PSC), Hon. Jotham Napat, at a ceremony that marked the end of five days of national celebration in Lenakel Tanna.
Lenakel, Tanna — The Government of Vanuatu, through the Public Service Commission (PSC), successfully hosted the 2025 Public Service Day from 31st July to 4th August at Laminu Stadium, under the theme: “Strengthen Government Decentralized Services through Innovative Approach.”