This post is part of the Public Sources 2024 project of SA WEST. It contains a collection of reliable links to ministries, government institutions, and local media sources in Kiribati.
All links were checked in October and November 2024. In addition to providing links to local news websites, we also share their social media profiles and related groups in messaging platforms. This gives you a comprehensive toolset to follow and gather data on current events using your preferred methods.
This collection is made to help intelligence professionals and researchers find important resources related to Kiribati. While we do not claim to have every possible link, we hope this collection serves as a useful starting point for your project.
To help you better understand the regional context, we provide a list of projects in Kiribati, if available, involving the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the Asian Development Bank.
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Kiribati

National portal, selected links to ministries and government organizations

Ministry of Employment & Human Resource, Kiribati
https://www.employment.gov.ki
This domain serves as the official portal for the Ministry of Employment & Human Resource in Kiribati, providing essential services related to employment opportunities, career pathways, and enforcement of labor laws. It primarily focuses on connecting I-Kiribati individuals with job opportunities and offers multiple resources for those seeking to enhance their employment prospects.
Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs – Kiribati
https://internalaffairs.gov.ki
The Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs of Kiribati is dedicated to facilitating the administration of local councils throughout the country. It provides important resources related to government operations, including updates on general elections and support for local governance. The Ministry oversees various projects aimed at enhancing community engagement and cultural promotion.
Government of Kiribati – Sports and Social Affairs
https://kiribati.gov.ki
This website serves to administer the organization of sports for the benefit of athletes, national federations, the ministry, and the government of Kiribati. It also focuses on promoting disability inclusion, envisioning a society where persons with disabilities are empowered and provided with equal opportunities.
Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agriculture Developments
https://lands.melad.gov.ki
This domain provides detailed information about land management, environmental policies, agricultural developments, and various governmental units focused on land registration, planning, development compliance, and geographic information systems (GIS). It serves as a resource for individuals and entities interested in land-related services and government regulations in the country.
Ministry of Tourism, Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives (MTCIC)
https://mcic.gov.ki
The MTCIC is a key government ministry in Kiribati, focused on promoting tourism development, facilitating business registration, managing foreign investment registration, and overseeing cooperative and credit union registration.
The Government of Kiribati (GOK)
https://melad.gov.ki
The Government of Kiribati, through the Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development (MELAD), provides information on national initiatives such as the Small Islands Food and Water Project (SIFaP), aimed at enhancing food security and water sustainability across various Pacific island nations including Kiribati, FSM, RMI, and Tuvalu.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Immigration – Kiribati
https://www.mfa.gov.ki
The official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration of Kiribati, providing information on government services, immigration procedures, and resources for citizens and visitors.
Ministry of Finance & Economic Development – Government of Kiribati
https://www.mfed.gov.ki
The official website of the Ministry of Finance & Economic Development of Kiribati provides information on government policies, financial management, economic development, and job vacancies within the ministry.
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources Development of Kiribati
https://www.mfmrd.gov.ki
The Ministry is responsible for achieving a sustainable and vibrant economy for the people of Kiribati through the development of fisheries and marine resources. It plays a crucial role in implementing the objectives of the current Kiribati Development Plan.
Ministry of Health and Medical Services, Kiribati
https://www.mhms.gov.ki
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) in Kiribati focuses on providing accessible, efficient, and effective health services to the populace. It aims to promote public health, manage disease prevention, and ensure healthcare accessibility in the nation.
Ministry of Information, Communications and Transport (MICT) – Kiribati
https://www.mict.gov.ki
The Digital Transformation Office of MICT is a key department that provides advisory services to the Government regarding Information and Communication Technology (ICT). It is responsible for coordinating national ICT policies and overseeing ICT projects across Kiribati to enhance digital transformation and improve government operations.
Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy
https://www.mise.gov.ki
The website provides strategic guidance for the delivery of national infrastructure development and public utilities services in Kiribati, detailing activities from 2016 to 2019, including key performance indicators and financial estimates for monitoring progress.
Government of Kiribati – Parliament
https://www.parliament.gov.ki
This website provides specific information about the government of Kiribati, including details about current ministers, their roles, and the various ministries involved in governance. The site serves as a resource for citizens and stakeholders to access information related to commerce, internal affairs, and social services.
Government of Kiribati
https://www.president.gov.ki
This website serves as the official portal for the government of Kiribati, detailing the various ministries and offices, their roles, responsibilities, and contributions to governance. It includes information about the Ministry of Line and Phoenix Islands Development (MLPID), Ministry of Women, Sports and Social Welfare (MWSSW), and the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). The Office of the President (OB) coordinates ministerial activities and manages cross-Ministry functions like communication, disaster risk management, and climate change policy.

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Projects carried out by the World Bank in Republic of Kiribati

Name of the Project implementing_agency Timeframe
Kiribati First Resilient Growth Development Policy Operation with a Catastrophe Deferred Drawdown Option Implementing Agency: Ministry for Finance and Economic Development.
Project Objective: The objectives and pillars of the operation are: (i) strengthening fiscal management, and (ii) promoting inclusive and climate-resilient economic development.
30 Nov 2023 ‑ 31 Dec 2026
Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project Implementing Agency: Ministry of Internal Affairs
Project Objective: The PDO is to: (i) strengthen the capabilities of island councils for risk-informed land development planning and basic infrastructure and service delivery; and (ii) strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable communities.
13 May 2022 ‑ 31 Aug 2028
South Tarawa Sanitation Project Implementing Agency: Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy.
Project Objective: The Project Development Objective is to increase access to improved sanitation in Selected Areas of South Tarawa and to strengthen related institutions.
25 May 2022 ‑ 31 May 2028
Kiribati Health Systems Strengthening Project Implementing Agency: Ministry of Health and Medical Services
Project Objective: To improve equitable access and quality of health services in targeted areas and in case of an Eligible Crisis or Emergency, respond promptly and effectively to it.
04 Apr 2022 ‑ 31 Mar 2027
Kiribati Digital Government Project Implementing Agency: Ministry of Information, Communications and Transport, Ministry of Justice.
Project Objective: To build the foundations and strengthen the Recipient’s technical and institutional capacity for digital public service delivery.
25 May 2022 ‑ 31 Mar 2027
Statistical Innovation and Capacity Building in Kiribati Implementing Agency: Kiribati National Statistics Office, Ministry of Finance and Economic Development (KNSO)
Project Objective: To improve the quality and efficiency of welfare data collection, and accessibility to comparable welfare data in Kiribati.
11 Feb 2020 ‑ 30 Jun 2025
Kiribati Outer Islands Transport Infrastructure Investment Project Implementing Agency: Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy, Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, Ministry of Information, Communications and Transport.
Project Objective: The PDO is to improve the connectivity, safety and climate resilience of transport infrastructure on Selected Outer Islands, and in the event of an Eligible Crisis or Emergency, to provide an immediate response to the Eligible Crisis or Emergency.
12 Mar 2020 ‑ 31 Dec 2027
Kiribati: Pacific Islands Regional Oceanscape Program Implementing Agency: Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources Development.
Project Objective: To improve management of selected fisheries and seafood safety in the Recipient’s territory.
12 Mar 2020 ‑ 30 Jun 2026
South Tarawa Water Supply Project Implementing Agency: Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy.
Project Objective: The PDOs are to increase access to and quality of water supply services, and to improve the operational performance of the water supply services provider, in South Tarawa.
13 Dec 2019 ‑ 30 Jun 2027
P4: Pacific Regional Connectivity Program Phase 4: KI: Connectivity Project Implementing Agency: BwebwerikiNET Limited (BNL), Ministry of Information, Communications, and Transport, Communications Commission of Kiribati (CCK)
Project Objective: The Project development objective is to reduce the cost and increase the availability of Internet services in Kiribati.
31 May 2017 ‑ 30 Nov 2026

Projects of Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Kiribati

Project Name Executing Agency Approval Date
Climate-Resilient Health Infrastructure and Systems Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 28 Nov 2023
Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Recovery Program, Subprogram 1 Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 21 Nov 2023
Preparing the Health Infrastructure and Systems Project Asian Development Bank 12 Mar 2021
South Tarawa Renewable Energy Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 26 Nov 2020
Outer Islands Transport Infrastructure Investment Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 30 Jun 2020
South Tarawa Water Supply Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 30 Aug 2019
Strengthening Economic Management Reform Program (Subprogram 2) Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 28 Nov 2018
Strengthening Economic Management Reform Program (Subprogram 1) Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 14 Dec 2017
South Tarawa Water Supply Project – Project Design Advance Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 24 Nov 2017
South Tarawa Water Supply Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 10 Jul 2016
Strengthening Fiscal Stability Program Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 28 Nov 2014
Strengthening Safeguards Capacity in the Urban Sector in Kiribati Asian Development Bank 08 Sep 2013
Enhancing Economic Competitiveness through State-Owned Enterprise Reform Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 10 Aug 2013
Strengthened Public Financial Management Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 14 Dec 2011
South Tarawa Sanitation Improvement Sector Project (formerly Tarawa Sanitation Improvement Project) Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 17 Oct 2011
Road Rehabilitation Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 12 Oct 2010
Tarawa Sanitation Improvement Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 10 Jan 2009
Economic Management and Public Sector Reform Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 11 Jul 2008
Integrated Land and Population Development Program on Kiritimati Island (formerly Implementation of Population Policy) Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 29 Nov 2006
Preparing the Outer Island Growth Centers Project Ministry of Finance and Economic Development 12 Feb 2004

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