27/01/2026
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE OWNERS OF TOVE EATS LTD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RE: Legal Proceedings Regarding Civil Claim – Tove Eats Ltd vs. VCBN and Others
The Owners of Tove Eats Ltd are providing this formal update regarding our ongoing legal action in the Vanuatu Supreme Court against the Vanuatu Cooperative Business Network (VCBN), Kevin Kausiama, Craig Wakeford, Neat Meat, and Dynamic.
Trial and Claims Update:
Tove Eats Ltd has filed a claim for VUV 467 million in damages following significant commercial losses and operational interference. We are pleased to announce that after a period of rigorous preparation, this matter is officially heading to trial in the next few weeks.
Recently, legal counsel representing Neat Meat and Dynamic reached out to Tove Eats Ltd requesting that we consolidate our three claims. This request is currently under review by our legal team to ensure the most efficient path to justice and full recovery of losses.
Position of the Defendants:
We wish to clarify the current status of the parties involved:
The Vanuatu Government:
During the first conference, the Government requested to be removed as a defendant. However, the Court has not recognized this request, and the Government remains a defendant in the proceedings.
Defense Filings:
While several conferences have taken place, no party has yet filed a formal defense. We expect the defendants to present their case in court as the trial commences.
Business Continuity While these legal hurdles caused substantial delays to our initial plans, Tove Eats Ltd has now officially resumed full operations. By separating our procurement through our Australian offices and focusing our Vanuatu entity on specialized distribution, we have returned to the market stronger and more efficient than before.
Statement from the Owners
"The past several months have been challenging due to these disruptions, but our commitment to the people of Vanuatu and the Pacific remains unshaken. We are seeking full accountability for the damages caused to our business and look forward to our day in court. In the meantime, Tove Eats is back in business, delivering quality and affordability to our customers."
