Tonga Independent News

OPINION

OPINION

Opinion Piece: Transparency and Accountability Needed for Tapanekale Housing Project

The Tapanekale Housing Project, launched with the noble aim of alleviating extreme poverty in Tonga, was initially approved in April ...
Read More »
OPINION

The NRBT Celebrates 35 Years, but is the Tongan Pa’anga (TOP) Losing Ground?

Opinion By Edwin Liava’a I tirelessly tried to do an online transaction yesterday with my local bank account, only to ...
Read More »
OPINION

Opinion: The Case for Weighing Produce: Why It’s Time to Ditch the Basket System

In many countries, the practice of selling produce by the basket rather than by weight remains commonplace. While this tradition ...
Read More »
OPINION

Opinion Piece: Should the Tonga Government Support Lulutai Airlines Over Air Terminal Services (ATS) for Ground Handling?

As Tonga approaches a critical decision regarding the future of ground handling services at its airports, the debate centres on ...
Read More »
OPINION

A Journey of Service and Love: Hon. Michael Whitten KC Reflects on His Time in Tonga

From Melbourne to Tonga: A New Chapter BeginsBefore stepping onto Tongan soil, I was a barrister in Melbourne and a ...
Read More »
OPINION

Opinion Piece: Navigating the Winds of Change – New Zealand’s Role in Pacific Security

Monday 13 May 2024: In a speech at the Kumul Leadership Centre in Port Moresby today, New Zealand’s Foreign Minister, ...
Read More »
OPINION

Tongan Linguist Vasalua Jenner-Helu to Explore Decolonising Tongan Language at Oxford

Tongan linguist and scholar Vasalua Jenner-Helu has achieved a remarkable milestone in her academic career. The senior lecturer at the ...
Read More »
OPINION

A Tribute to Mr. Clive Edwards: A Scholar and a Gentleman

A beacon of unwavering dedication and tireless advocacy, Mr. Clive Edwards stands as a testament to the profound impact one ...
Read More »
OPINION

Opinion:  Tonga’s Crisis Spotlights the Power of Clear Communication

In the Kingdom of Tonga, the current political crisis has unfolded, casting a spotlight on a vital but often underappreciated ...
Read More »
OPINION

Tonga King withdraws Foreign Minister and Defence appointments

Recent development highlights need to understand Tonga’s fledgling democracy and the role of Monarch Op-Ed By Tevita Motulalo Yesterday news ...
Read More »
OPINION

Tonga’s Political Dilemma: Monarchical Decisions and Democratic Futures

The recent political developments in Tonga, initiated by King Tupou VI and his Privy Council, have stirred a significant debate ...
Read More »
OPINION

Feasting on Deficit: Will Tongatapu 10 Candidates Bring Substance Over Supper to the By-Election?

As the Tongatapu 10 by-election on 13 July 2023 approaches, it’s clear that this race has become more of a ...
Read More »
OPINION

Navigating the Tongatapu 10 By-Election

In the political landscape of Tongatapu 10, an intriguing dynamic is unfolding as the constituency prepares for a pivotal by-election ...
Read More »