Damaged Roads on Malekula Island Endanger Lives and Trucks After Heavy Rains

Heavy rain has caused catastrophic damage to roads across Vanuatu, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The Pacific island nation, known for its stunning natural beauty, is now grappling with the consequences of infrastructure collapse.

At the epicenter of this crisis is Malekula Island, one of the main islands in Vanuatu, where public transport drivers have halted services to facilitate community repairs. The Public Works Department has sounded the alarm, urging government action to address the issue, which threatens not only the lives of its citizens but also the livelihoods of truck drivers.