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Breaking news
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Tuesday 12 May 2026 9:04pm
Nuku'alofa : A total of 60 cases of Dengue fever have been confirmed across Tonga, an increase of 2 cases since the last report, the Ministry of health reported today (Sit rep#19) 12 May 2026.
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Tuesday 12 May 2026 8:48pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga must begin immediate preparations for the 2031 Pacific Games, according to senior Pacific Games Council officials who visited the Kingdom this week, warning that delays in planning, governance and technical readiness could place significant pressure on the host nation. Free to view -
Monday 11 May 2026 9:42pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga Police completed the Women’s Advisory Network Leadership training programme on 8 May 2026 after a week-long initiative aimed at strengthening women’s leadership within the organisation. Free to view -
Saturday 9 May 2026 12:01pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A 43-year-old mother of four from ‘Utulangivaka, Vava’u, has died, and her teenage daughter was injured, in a multiple shooting at her home.
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Thursday 7 May 2026 10:43pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Two men from Te'ekiu were arrested by Tonga Police during an ongoing operation targeting illegal drug activity on Tongatapu. Premium content -
Thursday 7 May 2026 12:33am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga Police are currently searching for a suspect who allegedly threatened a journalist of Kele'a Publication Ltd., with a gun, on 23 April 2026 at the organisation's office. Police are urging public to come forward with information that may help with their investigation. Premium content -
Wednesday 6 May 2026 11:23pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : A new Justice of the Supreme Court of Tonga, Hon, Mr. Edward Targowski KC was formally sworn in on 4 May 2026, at a ceremony held at the Cabinet room, in Nuku'alofa. Premium content -
Tuesday 5 May 2026 11:35pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Mangrove restoration efforts in Tonga are playing a vital role in protecting livelihoods and supporting vulnerable coastal communities. An important mangrove planting initiative is currently planting 200,000 mangroves in Tongatapu and Vava'u. Premium content -
Tuesday 5 May 2026 3:08pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : Tonga Police arrested 22 individuals last week under a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) alcohol enforcement operation. Premium content -
Monday 4 May 2026 10:18pm
New York, USA : Tonga has highlighted the need for stronger and more connected education systems at the Transforming Global Education Summit, held at United Nations Headquarters on 1 May 2026. Tonga also co-hosted the event. Premium content
Sports
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Tuesday 5 May 2026 11:15pm
Australia : Tongan Judoka, Paula Monta secured a silver in the Senior Men +100kg division, at the Oceania Open on Saturday, 2 May, in Mandurah, Australia. Free to view
Pacific Islands
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Monday 11 May 2026 10:05pm
: For farmer Nafetalai Makaui from Houma, improvements to Tonga’s watermelon export pathway have translated into practical changes on the ground. Working with Nishi Trading under a PHAMA Plus-supported fertigation pilot, he increased production on a one-acre plot from 8 tonnes to 21 tonnes, enough to fill a 20-foot shipping container. “The watermelons are sweeter now because we’re keeping the soil consistently moist,” Makaui said. “Before, we relied on rain, and it just wasn’t consistent enough.” Free to view -
Thursday 7 May 2026 10:48pm
Suva, Fiji : The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) Treaty has officially come into force, marking a major step for Pacific countries working together on climate resilience, clean energy, and community adaptation. Free to view
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Saturday 9 May 2026 3:02pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : The Tonga Energy Commission (the Commission) has approved an increase to the electricity tariff, effective from 1 May 2026. The Regulated Tariff will increase from 89.58 seniti per kilowatt-hour (seniti/kWh) to 121.63. seniti/kWh, an increase of 35.8%. The increase is the direct result of a significant rise in the global price of diesel fuel. Free to view -
Friday 1 May 2026 11:39am
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : In our continued effort to enhance account security and prevent fraudulent activities, all customers are recommended to migrate to BSP Tonga’s digital banking products as the primary service and payment platforms. Free to view -
Monday 2 March 2026 1:40pm
Nuku'alofa, Tonga : In accordance with section (81 & 82) of the Financial Institution’s Act, MBF Bank Limited is hereby publishing the list of Unclaimed Monies at the MBF Bank Limited as at 31 December 2025. Free to view
