The other night, I came across a heartfelt post from a concerned citizen in a local Yumi Toktok Stret group. His words echoed what many of us feel as we go about our daily struggles:
“Mid-year is almost here.
We have some issues.
I don’t know if the GOVERNMENT can fix them…”
He went on to list real, everyday concerns—about Air Vanuatu, corruption, water shortages, poor roads, schools needing upgrades, clinics not improving, and the challenges mothers face when travelling with newborns because planes don’t reach many islands anymore.
It was an honest, raw post reflecting what many of us think but often don’t say aloud.
● Air Vanuatu issue
● Senior officials travelling to Fiji
● Government not publishing important information sometimes
● Corruption increasing in Santo and Port Vila
● Chinese finding loopholes in government agreements
● Roads still not fixed
● Clinics around Vanuatu still not upgraded
● Luganville still facing water issues
● Planes not going to most islands, mothers with newborns have to use ships
● Government still experimenting with technical issues
● Government schools need upgrades
● Government must deliver services to islands facing water and food issues
● Minister of Internal Affairs should travel around Vanuatu to see what is happening (not focus too much on RSE in Australia/NZ)”
The reality is, no one really knows the answers to these concerns.
There is a government dashboard tracking the 100-Day Plan set up after the by-election, but many people find it difficult to read. I used AI to break it down clearly for everyone.
✈️ Air Vanuatu Issue
✅ Answer:
Air Vanuatu was liquidated in May 2024 and is now operating limited domestic flights only. The government is actively working on revival plans, but international services have not resumed and long-term solutions remain pending.
📌 Source: Simple Flying, PMO Dashboard
🛫 Senior Officials Travelling Overseas
✅ Answer:
The 100-Day Plan banned expensive overseas retreats and travel unless justified to reduce wastage. However, officials still attend key regional meetings, including the PM attending the MSG Summit in Fiji (June 2025) to strengthen Melanesian ties.
📌 Source: PMO Press Release
📢 Government Not Publishing Important Information
✅ Answer:
The government now publishes updates through the 100-Day Plan dashboard, but it is true many citizens find it hard to access or interpret. The commitment to transparency exists, but practical accessibility is limited.
📌 Dashboard: PMO Vanuatu
⚖️ Corruption Increasing in Santo and Port Vila
✅ Answer:
No new anti-corruption laws have been enacted, but the governance pillar in the 100-Day Plan includes internal reforms to reduce misuse of funds and wastage, like banning travel and fuel card abuse. Corruption cases are still reported, indicating ongoing challenges.
📌 PMO 100-Day Plan Updates
🇨🇳 Chinese Finding Loopholes in Agreements
✅ Answer:
Debt concerns with Chinese-funded projects remain. No clear reports confirm new loopholes, but public pressure is increasing for more transparency in Chinese-Vanuatu agreements. The government is under pressure to renegotiate responsibly.
📌 The Guardian Analysis
🛣️ Roads Still Not Fixed
✅ Answer:
Contracts for Efate Ring Road, Santo East Coast Road, and West Ambae Road (VT 5 billion) have been signed under the 100-Day Plan, and some work has started. However, many roads remain in poor condition, and full upgrades will take time.
📌 PMO Infrastructure Updates
🏥 Clinics Still Not Upgraded
✅ Answer:
A CT scanner and mammogram machine are now operational in Port Vila, with another mammogram unit planned for Santo. However, there is no complete nationwide clinic upgrade program yet, only targeted improvements.
📌 PMO Health Updates
🚰 Luganville Water Issues
✅ Answer:
The ADB-funded Luganville Urban Water Project (VT 7 billion) is in the design phase, with tendering planned for late 2025. Water issues persist in Luganville, but long-term projects are underway.
📌 PMO Water Updates
🛩️ Planes Not Going to Islands, Mothers Using Ships
✅ Answer:
Air Vanuatu has not resumed all domestic island routes due to capacity and restructuring issues. Many families still rely on ships for inter-island transport, including medical travel for mothers with newborns.
📌 [Simple Flying, PMO Dashboard]
💻 Technical Issues (Government ICT)
✅ Answer:
The government is testing new ICT systems, renewable energy infrastructure, and digital payment platforms. These initiatives are part of the 100-Day Plan but remain in early implementation phases.
📌 PMO Energy & ICT Updates
🏫 Government Schools Need Upgrades
✅ Answer:
VT 400 million from Australian aid is allocated for repairing earthquake-damaged schools, and pilot online learning programs have started. However, many government schools still need upgrades and resource improvements.
📌 PMO Education Updates
🍽️ Service Delivery to Islands (Water and Food)
✅ Answer:
Solar water systems and renewable energy projects are reaching some remote communities under REnew Pacific. However, many islands still face water shortages and food security issues, and services remain uneven.
📌 AIFFP and PMO Press Releases
🚶♂️ Ministerial Visits to Provinces
✅ Answer:
There is no systematic record showing the Interior Minister visiting all provinces to check conditions. However, the PM and other ministers have visited Ambae, Santo, and Tanna for disaster recovery and community meetings under the 100-Day Plan.
📌 PMO Visit Reports
🗣️ Conclusion
The Vanuatu Government’s 100-Day Plan is 53% complete and aims for 80% by June 2025. Progress is clear in:
✅ Road and infrastructure projects
✅ Health equipment delivery
✅ Economic support for SMEs
✅ School repairs
However, major issues remain, including:
⚠️ Full Air Vanuatu service restoration
⚠️ Water supply challenges
⚠️ Anti-corruption and accountability improvements
⚠️ Consistent provincial service delivery
The government is moving, but it is not fast enough for many of us facing these challenges daily.
You can follow progress yourself here:
🔗 Vanuatu PMO 100-Day Plan Dashboard
💬 What do you think?
- Has the government delivered on these issues in your community?
- Which of these issues affects your family the most right now?
- Have you seen any positive changes since the 100-Day Plan started?
Share your thoughts below.
Disclaimer: This post is based on publicly available information from the Vanuatu Prime Minister’s Office 100-Day Plan Dashboard, government press releases, and verified news sources as of June 2025. The analysis aims to simplify complex updates for public understanding and is not an official government statement. Readers are encouraged to verify details directly via the PMO Dashboard for the most current updates.
Mattdotvu 
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