SUNSHINE COAST, AUSTRALIA | 13 August 2026 — The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) and MORDI Tonga Trust have formalised a new partnership aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, capacity building and community-led development across Tonga and the wider Pacific. The partnership was formalised through...
The Government of Tonga, in partnership with the International Fund for AgriculturalDevelopment (IFAD) and MORDI Tonga Trust, today officially launched the Tonga RuralInnovation Project – Phase III (TRIP III), marking a significant milestone in theKingdom's commitment to empowering rural communities and building a more resilientfuture. The project...
The Tonga Meteorological Service (TMS) has officially declared the onset of El Niño conditions affecting Tonga and the wider Pacific region following the latest climate monitoring and forecasting assessments. El Niño is a naturally occurring climate phenomenon characterized by warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central...
MORDI Tonga Trust announces a significant transition within its Board, marking both a moment of reflection on dedicated service and an opportunity to embrace renewed leadership for the organisation’s continued growth and impact in sustainable rural development. Honouring the Leadership of Dr Seu'ula Johansson Fua MORDI extends...
1. Why Grow Ginger? Ginger is a high-value crop in Tonga with strong local demand and export potential. It grows well in Tonga’s tropical climate and can provide good income for smallholder farmers. Some may find it tedious to grow due to growth time but they...
The Australian Government has formally handed over a consignment of humanitarian emergency response supplies to MORDI Tonga Trust under the Tala Kei Kapa:Humanitarian Preparedness Program, reinforcing Tonga’s national capacity to respond effectively to disasters and emergencies. The handover took place today atthe MORDI Tonga Trust...
MORDI Tonga Trust is excited to announce a new funding opportunity through Australian support and the TRIP III initiative, which will significantly strengthen ongoing rural development efforts across Tonga. This funding will provide critical resources to support programs that enhance livelihoods, improve nutrition, and strengthen...
In many elementary schools across Tonga, classrooms function despite severe shortages of basic learning resources such as desks and chairs. Recognising this challenge, Rotary New Zealand, in partnership with MORDI Tonga Trust, has embarked on a collaborative effort to survey primary schools and donate much‑needed...
MORDI Tonga has established a controlled-environment nursery using Mapal soilless cultivation technology developed in Israel. This investment represents a strategic intervention to strengthen seed propagation systems and improve the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of seedling production for rural communities. The Mapal system utilizes soilless troughs and...
The future of rural development in Tonga has taken a significant step forward with the signing of the Tonga Rural Innovation Project Phase III (TRIP III), a major new investment aimed at strengthening climate resilience, supporting livelihoods, and empowering rural communities across the country. CEO Kilisitina...