A by-election was held in the Tongan electorate of Vavaʻu 14 on 28 March 2024.[1] The by-election was triggered by the resignation of MP Saia Piukala on 12 January 2024. The election was won by Mo’ale ‘Otunuku.
Four candidates contested the by-election: Viliami Tinitali Piukala, Sione Fataua Halatanu, Mo’ale ‘Otunuku, and Matini Fatanitavake Ma’afu 'o Veikune Tu’itonga Veikune.[2]
Results
editCandidate | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
Mo’ale ‘Otunuku | 709 | 41.95 |
Sione Fataua Halatanu | 353 | 20.89 |
Viliami Tinitali Piukala | 316 | 18.70 |
Matini Fatanitavake Ma’afu 'o Veikune Tu’itonga Veikune | 312 | 18.46 |
Total | 1,690 | 100.00 |
Source: [3] |
References
edit- ^ "Tonga by-election set for March to replace former MP Saia Piukala". Kaniva Tonga. 30 January 2024. Retrieved 6 February 2024.
- ^ "Four candidates for Vava'u 14 By-Election". Matangi Tonga. 23 February 2024. Retrieved 23 February 2024.
- ^ "Dr Mo'ale 'Otunuku wins Vava'u 14 By-election". Matangi Tonga. 28 March 2024.