Prime Minister Hon. Nōpele Fakafanua has officially submitted his proposed list of Cabinet Ministers to His Majesty King Tupou VI, in accordance with the Tongan Constitution. In a brief statement …
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When misinformation spreads faster than facts, the role of serious journalism is not merely important; it is urgent. Each day, we are surrounded by half-truths, personal attacks, and baseless assumptions …
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Culture
Tongan Kingship Reconsidered: Dr Siaosi ‘Ilaiu´s Traces Shifts in Indigenous Power Structures
by adminby adminA monumental study by Tongan scholar Dr Siaosi ´Ilaiu has shed new light on the historical shifts in Tongan political systems between the 14th and 19th centuries, challenging long-held narratives …
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Newly released U.S. court documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have named more than 170 prominent figures, sparking global conversations about justice, privilege, and accountability. The files were …
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Gambling is increasingly recognised as a hidden but growing threat in Pacific communities across Aotearoa. Although often overshadowed by housing, health, and income concerns, evidence shows that problem gambling is …
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Education
NO UPDATE YET ON U.S. VISA BAN, PM FAKAFANUA SAYS NEXT TALKS IN FEBRUARY
by adminby adminThere has been no new progress on the U.S. visa ban affecting Tonga, Prime Minister Nōpele Fakafanua told Fetu´u ´Esiafi News today. When I asked him for an update this …
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In a significant political development, the Prime Minister of Tonga, Lord Fakafanua, confirmed to Fetu’u ‘Esiafi this morning that Dr Viliami Uasike Latu of Vava’u 16 has been appointed the …
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Tonga
PM Lord Fakafanua Responds to Call for Reform After FWC Halaʻovave Roof Trusses Collapse
by adminby adminIn the wake of the roof truss collapse at the Free Wesleyan Church construction site in Halaʻovave, Tonga, Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua has called for deep reform and stronger national …