Written by MFOR Media on 06 June 2026.
H.E. Te Beretitenti Taneti Maamau graciously joined MFOR and the community of Nanikaai today, 6 June 2026, in marking World Ocean Day through a beach clean-up activity. The beach clean-up event was chosen this year as an impactful activity that encourages whole of community gathering to beautify the coastal environment, ensure waste and rubbish does not impact the health of our ocean and protect the resources within the community-based fisheries management site from all forms of pollution. In his remarks, H.E. Taneti Maamau encouraged all youth to continue caring for their coastal environments. He emphasized that keeping the beaches clean not only enhances the natural beauty of their islands but also helps safeguard the ocean and its resources which is our main livelihood. The successful event saw participation from the Miss MFOR Queen, representatives of line Ministries (OB, MTCIC, etc) serving on the National Ocean Coordinating Committee, Moms’ Uprising, youth groups, church organizations, and the local community of Nanikaai. MFOR extends its deepest gratitude to H.E. Taneti Maamau for his leadership, exemplified by his personal presence at the event. As the saying goes, “True leadership is defined by a willingness to be humble and empower others.” H.E Te Beretitenti example sends a clear message to all I-Kiribati: Rise to the challenge of waste and rubbish that threatens our ocean, our island environment, our pride, and our reputation as proud I-Kiribati. If H.E. Taneti Maamau and these dedicated teams can take action, so can you. MFOR again gratefully acknowledges H.E Taneti Maamau and all stakeholders who participated in today’s event, as well as the European Union Sector Support for their financial assistance, which made this event possible.
Written by MFOR Media on 05 June 2026.
A team from the Coastal Fisheries has just returned from their recent trip to TabNorth, 23-28 May 2026. The primary aim of the trip was to consult with the full council on the hatchery project. Following the consultation, the full council agreed that the MFOR would draft and share the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the council, allowing it to make any comments and adjustments as it sees fit. Once the MOU is finalised and signed by the parties involved, construction of the mini hatchery will begin.Acknowledgement is extended to the full council in TabNorth for supporting this initiative and to the Government of Kiribati for funding this trip.
A two-member delegation from Kiribati has returned from South Korea following their participation in the workshop, "Waves of Change: Harnessing Technology to Power a Sustainable Blue Economy" convened in South Korea. The four-day forum was designed to enhance technical capacity and knowledge across the South Pacific and Southeast Asia, with a primary focus on Blue Technology Solutions. The event provided a valuable platform for inter-country collaboration, enabling delegates to exchange regional insights and explore emerging blue economy innovations. The delegation extends its sincere appreciation to the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the invitation, sponsorship, and comprehensive financial support that made this valuable professional development opportunity possible.
Written by MFOR Media on 03 June 2026.
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