Ministry of Health Tonga

LIPOOTI ‘O E TO’UMAHAKI MOFI TENGI

Kuo fakahā faka’ofisiale ‘e he Potungaue Mo’ui ‘a e tō ‘a e Toumahaki Mofi Tengi ‘i he ‘aho 12 Sune 2026 I Tonga ni.

Tu’unga lolotonga:
• Kuo a’u ki he toko 70 ‘a e kau puke moe puke foou e 1
• Toko 1 ‘oku takoto ‘i falemahaki
• Tokolahi taha ‘e uesia Koe ta’u 11–19
• ‘Oku te’eki ke I ai ha mate

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DENGUE FEVER OUTBREAK UPDATE

The Ministry of Health has officially declared a Dengue Fever outbreak as of 12 June 2026 

Current Situation:
• 70 confirmed cases with 1 new cases.
• 1 cases currently hospitalized
• Most affected: ages 11–19 years
• No deaths reported

This month, Mrs Carolyn and a team from St John of God Ballarat Hospital were in Tonga to continue their up skilling of staff in the Ministry. The workshop conducted in the Ministry was facilitated together with Mr Salesi Panipooi.

The team was also able to visit Niueiki Hospital and other other staff in Vaiola Hospital to continue discussions on areas they can provide assistance.

Thank you Australia in Tonga for the assistance and empowering our staff to provide quality service to our community.

FANONGONONGO TUKU ATU - KOE NGAUNU FAKATAIMI AE FALE TALATALA MOE TAFAAKI FAKATUUTAMAKI I HE FALE MAHAKI VAIOLA.

Ko e fale talatala (GOPD) ‘oku lolotonga fai fatongia atu ‘i he teniti lanu hinehina ‘i he tau’anga me’alele hanga ki he Hala Taufa’ahau. Taimi ngaue ko e 8am pongipongi ki he 8pm efiafi.

Tafa’aki fakatu’utamaki (ED) ‘e kamata fakahoko fatongia atu mei he fale talatala ‘i Vaiola ‘i he efiafi Monite. Ko e hu ‘anga (access) ‘oku hanga ki he Hala Taufa’ahau. Taimi ngaue ‘oku houa ‘e 24.

'Oku fakafuofua ki he uike 'e taha 'a e liliu ko eni ka e fakakakato 'a e fakalelei 'oku fakahoko ki he ongo fale ko eni.

'Oku 'oatu ai 'a e kole fakamolemole ki ha ngaahi palopalema 'e hoko makatu'unga mei heni pea 'oku kole ai pe 'etau fengaue'aki fakataha 'i he ki'i taimi nounou 'oku fai e fehikitaki ko eni.
Ko e kole pe ki he kakai ‘o e fonua ke tau ngaue’aki mu’a ‘a e tafa’aki talatala lolotonga ‘a e ‘aho mo e efiafi kae tuku pe mu’a ‘a e tafa’aki fakatu’utamaki (Emergency) ki he ngaahi fokoutua toe fiema’u vivili ange lolotonga ‘a e taimi ‘oku fai ai e fe’unuaki ko eni.

PUBLIC NOTICE – TEMPORARY RELOCATION OF EMERGENCY AND OUTPATIENT SERVICES

The Ministry of Health wishes to inform the public that due to ongoing maintenance and renovation works at Vaiola Hospital, temporary changes will be made to Emergency and Outpatient services.

The General Outpatient Department (GOPD) is currently operating from a temporary tent located in the Vaiola Hospital car park facing Taufa’ahau Road. Working hours is from 8am to 8pm.

The Emergency Department (ED) will be temporarily relocated to the GOPD building starting Monday. Access will be from the main entrance opposite the Taufa'ahau Road. Working 24 hours 7 days a week.

These temporary arrangements are expected to remain in place for approximately one week while renovation works are completed.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate the public’s understanding and cooperation during this period.

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'Oku tamate 'a e IFI TAPAKA. 'Oku 'ikai pe ke 'i ai ha'ane 'aonga 'a e IFI TAPAKA ki ho'o mo'ui..

'Oku ne tauhele'i ko e ke mole ho'o mo'ui, mole mo ho'o pa'anga pea mo ho'o tau'ataina.

Fakamanatu atu, Ko e mo'ui 'oku taha pe!
TUKU IFI LEVA!

Strengthening Health Partnerships for a Healthier Tonga 🇹🇴🤝🇨🇳

This afternoon, the Ministry of Health Tonga and GX Foundation People’s Republic of China officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Administration Building Conference Room.

The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Mr. Chun Ying Leung Chairman of GX Foundation and Hon. Dr. Siaosi Sovaleni Minister of Health and Minister for Public Enterprises, Ambassador Liu Weimin and other distinguished guests. The MOU was formally signed by CEO Emily Chan Ying-Yang of GX Foundation and CEO Reynold ’Ofanoa of the Ministry of Health.

This partnership marks an important step in strengthening cooperation and advancing healthcare services for the people of Tonga. We extend our sincere appreciation to all participants and partners whose commitment continues to support the health and well-being of our nation.

The Health Clinic of Vaini was honored to welcome H.E. Mr. Leung Chun-Ying the Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and Chairman of the GX Foundation during their visit to the Kingdom of Tonga.

The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen cooperation and discuss ongoing and future initiatives that support the health and well-being of the people of Tonga. The Ministry of Health extends its sincere appreciation for their visit and continued partnership through the valuable work of the GX Foundation.

The Ministry of Health was honored to welcome H.E. Mr. Leung Chun-Ying the Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and Chairman of the GX Foundation during their visit to the Kingdom of Tonga.

The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen cooperation and discuss ongoing and future initiatives that support the health and well-being of the people of Tonga. The Ministry of Health extends its sincere appreciation for their visit and continued partnership through the valuable work of the GX Foundation.