Vanuatu NGO

NGO backs Vanuatu's disaster officials as it gets OK to distribute aid

Last week the monster storm tore through the middle of the country, destroying homes and food gardens.

Four deaths were linked to the cyclone while dozens were injured and thousands rendered homeless.

The country's acting deputy prime minister Jotham Napat publicly criticised the disaster management office, saying its response has been too slow.

But the communications manager for World Vision Vanuatu, Mike Kaun said the country's disaster officials were doing the best they could under difficult circumstances.

Vanuatu NGO helping youth marks 30 years

Wan Smolbag began in 1989 as an amateur theatre company with just over a dozen actors but it has now branched out into other areas of entertainment and has over 800 youths registered.

Tutor Alpha Solong said young people are developing strength and respect through Wan Smolbag's programmes, which include circus training, sports and recreation and music, alongside its theatre and film work.

Mr Solong said the company is also keeping youth out of trouble.