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News updates from the Kiribati Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources.

Turning Dreams into Reality: MFOR 2026 Agenda

The MFOR team is off to a strong start in 2026.
Inspired by the Ministry’s agreed motto for this year 2026, "Turning dreams into reality through collaboration and innovation," and under the leadership of Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau, the team is ready to hit the ground running.
For the Government's third 100 Days Priorities, MFOR has identified and submitted an ambitious total of 35 flagship targets. These targets represent a key selection of the Ministry’s many critical activities for the year ahead.
We invite you to preview these 35 flagship targets for the third 100 Days Priorities and see what’s ahead for MFOR at the link below:
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MFOR, CPPL and KFL Staff Upskilled in Tuna Quality Assessment

#Tarawa | Staffs from MFOR, CPPL and KFL were participated in the Quality Control and Grading of Tuna training that was held at KIFL in Ambo from the 18th to 23rd Feb, 2026. The training was delivered by Dr. Simson Masengi, who is a Technical Advisor from the University of Fisheries in Jakarta, Indonesia. This training is fundamental for both MFOR and companies like CPPL and KFL as it enhances and strengthens their technical expertises and practical understanding of tuna quality and grading assessment. The training focused on key areas such as the examination of internal and external fish parts for grading, fish anatomy, identification of defects affecting quality, fish handling, effective cold chain management, proper documentation, and strict adherence to food safety requirements. MFOR, together with its companies, extend their sincere appreciation to the World Bank, through the PROP, for its financial support in funding this training. The Ministry also acknowledges Dr. Simson Masengi for the success deliverable of this training program.'

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MFOR Leads Community Clean-Up Along Teaoraereke–Nanikaai Causeway

Regular community clean-ups are about much more than just picking up litter, they are a powerful step toward building a healthier, more beautiful, and more prosperous future for Kiribati. Staff from the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources (MFOR) are committed to turning this vision into reality. Friday, 20 Feb, 2026 they took action by cleaning the roadside along the Teaoraereke–Nanikaai causeway, an area once heavily littered by residents and motorists. This marks the beginning of a broader effort, with more sites to be included in future clean-ups. MFOR kindly urges all people and motorists on South Tarawa to help keep this area clean by disposing of their rubbish responsibly and holding onto their waste while travelling. This initiative supports the government’s wider campaign to transform South Tarawa, and Kiribati as a whole, into one of the most desirable and clean countries in the Pacific.

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KMSPCC Workshop Supports Special Unique Marine Areas Planning

On the 27th-29th of January, Kiribati Marine Spatial Planning Coordinating Committee (KMSPCC) conducted a three-day workshop focused on advancing marine spatial planning efforts for the Phoenix Islands.
The workshop was facilitated by Technical Advisor, Ms Alison Green and provided a platform to discuss and draft proposed zoning frameworks, explore zone development options, and design practical guidelines to support zoning and the development of Special Unique Marine Areas (SUMAs) within the Phoenix islands.
These discussions are a key step toward strengthening sustainable ocean management, balancing conservation priorities with responsible use, and ensuring the long-term protection of one of Kiribati’s most globally significant marine ecosystems.
The Committee also acknowledges, with sincere appreciation, the ongoing support of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), whose continued partnership has been instrumental in making this workshop possible and in supporting Kiribati’s marine spatial planning initiatives.
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