Welcome!
Tafea Provincial Government Council
Empowering the Provincial Government with infinite access to service delivery to be a socio - economically self-reliant Province.
Welcome!
Welcome to the website of the Tafea Provincial Government Council!
The council strives to provide avenues for all that are actively involved and participate to develop a secured, strong and healthy Province
We aim to achieve this, with a particular emphasis on establishing partnerships and new trade links within and outside the province taking into consideration:
Christian principals
Cultural and traditional values
Gender equity
Respect for biodiversity (Environment)
We hope you find this website education and information as my council focuses on “bringing the Government closer to the People”.
Tankio tumas,
President of the Tafea Provincial Government Council
About Tafea Province
Geography
Tafea Province is the southernmost province of Vanuatu. It has a land area of approximately 1,628 km². The capital is Isangel, located on Tanna Island. Tafea Province consists of five main islands: Tanna, Aniwa, Futuna, Erromango, and Aneityum.
Population
As of the 2020 mini-census, Tafea Province had a population of approximately 37,050 people. The majority of this population is on Tanna Island, which is the most populous and developed island in the province.
Economy
The economy of Tafea Province is primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and tourism. While less developed than some other parts of Vanuatu, it has been seeing growth in its tourism sector, particularly due to the draw of Mount Yasur and the preservation of traditional Melanesian customs on Tanna.
Latest News
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Newly elected Tafea Provincial Government Council
25/07/2025
On July 8, 2025, alongside the provinces of Shefa, Malampa, and Penama, voters in Tafea Province cast ballots in elections to fill the 19 seats of the...
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New Leadership Incoming for Tafea Provincial Government Council
04/04/2025
The Tafea Provincial Government Council has entered a new chapter of leadership following the conclusion of the outgoing council’s term in early May...
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TAFEA Petition to PM Salwai
11/03/2024
The president of Tafea province, Moses Misi presented to the Hon. Prime Minister Chalort Salwai four petition when PM made his first official visit...