Newly elected Tafea Provincial Government Council

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 Tafea Provincial Government Council with the Vanuatu Electoral Commission beginning verification of results by July 22, with final declarations expected shortly thereafter.

The Tafea Provincial Government Council held an official session to elect its new leadership following recent provincial elections.

During the session, Honourable Andrew Yawak was elected as the new President of Tafea Province, while Honourable Francis Iouiap was elected as the Vice-President.

The election marks a significant leadership transition at the provincial level and sets the stage for the new council to begin its term. Full details on the composition of the council and its plans for the coming term are expected to be released soon.