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Welcome to the Official Website of the Sanma Provincial Government

Warm greetings to the esteemed custodians of the land in Sanma Province, our beloved and law-abiding citizens, valued commercial investors, generous donors, dedicated development partners, and all respected stakeholders of Sanma Provincial Government.

It is with great pleasure and sincerity that we extend our heartfelt welcome to you on the official webpage of Sanma Provincial Government Council. This digital platform is purpose-built to serve as a cornerstone of transparent, effective and efficient governance communication for our province. We have established this official online channel to break down barriers between the provincial government and every one of you, creating an open, accessible space for timely information sharing, two-way dialogue and inclusive public participation.

To our fellow citizens who call Sanma Province home: this is your official platform, and this is your precious opportunity to take an active role in the progress of our beloved homeland. We sincerely invite you to contribute your innovative ideas, unwavering commitment and sincere cooperation to the provincial planning, sustainable development and overall governance of Sanma. Every voice, every suggestion and every joint effort matters immensely as we strive to build a more prosperous, harmonious and vibrant Sanma Province together.

To our commercial investors, donors, partners and stakeholders: your continuous support, investment, collaboration and shared vision are indispensable to the socio-economic growth and community development of Sanma Province. We deeply appreciate your trust and partnership, and we are committed to upholding open, accountable governance to foster a favorable environment for mutual development and long-term cooperation.

We sincerely thank you for taking the time to visit our official webpage and for your ongoing care and support for Sanma Provincial Government. We will continue to optimize this platform to better serve our people and advance the development of our province.

May God Almighty bless Sanma Province, bless all our people, and guide us towards a brighter and more prosperous future.

Thank you.

Councilor Aru Aruduru TARAVU

Hon. President for Sanma Province.

Opening Remarks – Sanma Provincial Government Council Official Webpage

A warm and sincere welcome to every visitor accessing the official webpage of the Sanma Provincial Government Council.

This official digital platform has been purposefully established as a core public communication and development governance tool, fully aligned with Vanuatu’s National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP) 2030 vision and strategic priorities. Rooted in the national framework’s three core pillars of inclusive society, ecological resilience and sustainable economic growth, this webpage serves as the transparent bridge connecting our provincial government, local area councils, village communities, private sector enterprises, development donors, international funding partners, and every citizen of Sanma Province. It centralizes authoritative information, standardized development data, and interactive public dialogue channels, breaking information barriers and uniting all stakeholders toward coordinated provincial progress.

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) stands as a transformative, empowering force for Sanma’s inclusive and forward-looking development. As mandated by Vanuatu’s national digital transformation agenda and NSDP 2030 policy objectives to expand public digital services, this digital platform unlocks long-term benefits for our province, future generations, and local businesses. For our communities, it delivers timely public service updates, development project progress reports, and civic engagement opportunities, ensuring grassroots voices shape local governance. For emerging and established local businesses, it provides transparent market information, policy guidance, and investment exposure, fostering a vibrant and competitive provincial commercial ecosystem. For our youth and future generations, it builds a foundation of digital literacy, open information access, and inclusive development awareness, cultivating capable human resources for Sanma’s long-term prosperity.

Beyond public engagement and information dissemination, this platform functions as a robust institutional performance appraisal and accountability mechanism for Sanma’s provincial governance ecosystem. It systematically tracks, evaluates, and showcases the service delivery efficiency, policy implementation outcomes, and project execution performance of all provincial government sectors. By standardizing public reporting and data disclosure, it strengthens internal administrative accountability, drives continuous improvement in public service quality, and ensures our governance actions remain aligned with community needs and national development targets.

Furthermore, this digital portal serves as Sanma Province’s global showcase and investment gateway. It enables international donors and development partners to comprehensively understand our provincial development roadmap, priority projects, resource needs, and governance capabilities, building trust and facilitating targeted, sustainable development cooperation. Most importantly, it creates a reliable virtual connection for external large-scale investors, paving the way for tangible on-the-ground investment presence, industrial cooperation, and economic expansion in Sanma Province. It bridges local development potential with global resources and opportunities, accelerating our journey toward diversified and resilient economic growth.

Guided by our provincial development ambition, we uphold our official webpage motto: “THINK VANUATU ECONOMIC HUB, THINK SANMA PROVINCE, A PROVINCE WITH DETERMINATION.”

Moving forward, the Sanma Provincial Government Council will continuously upgrade and optimize this digital platform, uphold transparency, inclusivity and innovation in governance, and leverage ICT to empower community development, boost economic vitality, and deliver efficient public services. With unified determination and collaborative effort from all sectors and communities, we will steadily advance Sanma Province’s development agenda, fulfill our NSDP 2030 commitments, and solidify our status as Vanuatu’s dynamic and leading economic hub.

Once again, thank you for your visit, engagement, and continuous support for Sanma Province’s growth and development.

Jonathan IAVERE

SECRETARY GENERAL

About Sanma Province

Geography

Sanma Province is one of the six provinces of Vanuatu, located in the northern part of the archipelago. It has a land area of approximately 4,248 km². The main Town , Luganville, located on Espiritu Santo , is the second-largest city in Vanuatu after Port Vila. Sanma Province consists of three main islands: Espiritu Santo, Malo and Aore.

Population

According to the 2020 Vanuatu National Population and Housing Census, Sanma Province had a population of 60,884 people. The province exhibits a mix of urban and rural populations, with Luganville serving as the primary urban center. The remaining areas are predominantly rural, characterized by smaller communities and settlements.

Economy

The economy of Sanma Province is primarily based on agriculture, Livestock , and tourism. Luganville serves as a major export hub, handling a significant portion of Vanuatu's domestic exports. Local cooperatives and small enterprises contribute to the province's economic activity, particularly in agriculture and trade .