Susie Waqanibaravi has been appointed as the new board of director to the Fiji National Provident Fund.
FNPF says Waqanibaravi replaces Mukhtar Ali, whose term on the
Undeclared cigarettes and controlled gas on a flagged fishing vessel have been seized in a joint operation by the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service, Biosecurity Authority
The Lautoka Police is seeking assistance in identifying the body of a man found floating in waters off the Varale Reef between Lautoka and Naviti Island yesterday.
The
Police investigations continue in relation to the Flagstaff robbery yesterday morning.
Divisional Police Commander Central, Superintendent of Police (SP) Farasiko Mat
A 27-year-old taxi driver’s body has been found at Waisali Hill in Savusavu.
Police are currently at the scene.
An eyewitness has told fijivillage News that he s
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Health Minister Neil Sharma’s bail has been extended by the Suva Magist
American actor and singer Selena Gomez says she was initially "terrified" at the prospect of opening up about her mental health struggles.
"I went back and forth on wh
Former Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem, who is charged with one count of Receiving a Corrupt Benefit, will appear in the Suva Magistrates Court today.
It is a
Former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum will appear in the Suva Magistrates Court today in the case where it is alleged that he approved for the government to pay th
A man has been sentenced to 2 years, 6 months and 15 days imprisonment for stabbing his partner repeatedly in the back with a pair of scissors in the full view of their c
All schools in the Northern and Western divisions and Ovalau will reopen today.
Permanent Secretary for Education, Selina Kuruleca says schools that were used as evacu
Deputy Prime Minister and National Federation Party Leader, Professor Biman Prasad says he can assure the Fijian Elections Office, and the public, that the allegations in
A man has been sentenced to 2 years, 6 months and 15 days imprisonment for stabbing his partner repeatedly in the back with a pair of scissors in the full view of their c
The Ministry of Education and Police are currently looking into allegations of bullying levelled against a Year 4 student at a private school in Suva after the parents of
It is everyone’s responsibility to maintain and sustain a clean environment because it is the source of our livelihood.
This has been highlighted by Queen Victoria S
The expectations from the home crowd and fans now are higher and they are sort of more invested in the game rather than the event, which is good.
This was revealed by
About 100 farms in Nabitu, Sigatoka have been destroyed because of heavy rain and flooding in the past week and farmers are requesting the government to provide some seed
The Fiji Roads Authority has mobilised contractors who have been working overnight to restore road access to all affected areas in the Western Division.
FRA confirms t
Heavy rain over the weekend has caused flooding in areas such as Soasoa flats, Namaka Irish Crossing and Waiqele Bridge in Labasa.
Labasa Town Council Acting Chief Exe
A Flood Warning remains in force for the flood prone areas adjacent and downstream of all major rivers of Vanua Levu while a Flood Alert is in force for the flood prone a
A 48-year-old man has been charged with the alleged murder of his 77-year-old father earlier this month in Bara Settlement, Sigatoka.
The 48-year-old man had initially
The Indian Navy says special commandos on one of its warships have forced the surrender of 35 Somali pirates who hijacked a cargo vessel in the Indian Ocean.
A spokesp
A heavy rain warning remains in force for the whole of Fiji while a flash flood warning remains in force for all flash flood-prone areas small streams and low-lying areas
All schools in the Northern and Western divisions including Ovalau schools, are closed today due to adverse weather that has affected these areas.
Permanent Secretary
The Fiji Roads Authority is pleading with Fijians living in the Western Division to adhere to the advisory warnings after a vehicle ended up in a drain while trying to cr
12 evacuation centres are currently open in the western Division which is providing shelter to more than 300 evacuees from 55 households within the provinces of Nadroga a
Members of the Nasinu community and students came out in numbers to conduct a cleanup campaign in Kinoya, Caubati and Laucala Beach, organised by the Nasinu Town Council.
We must always follow the law instead of just enforcing it.
These were the words of the Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew during his tour of the Western Di
A 16-year-old student has been found with substances believed to be methamphetamine and dried leaves believed to be marijuana at Laucala Bay while a 15-year-old student f
The Ministry of Education will make a decision later this evening on whether schools will be open for classes tomorrow or not.
fijivillage News asked the question afte
The Chair of the Fiscal Review Committee, Richard Naidu stresses that they did not recommend any reductions in personal income tax on people with high taxable incomes.
A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the whole of Fiji Group.
A Flood Warning remains in force for the flood prone areas adjacent and downstream of major riv
Staff of the Fiji National University says they need more grants and capital from the government to upgrade and build more classrooms and lecture rooms.
While giving t
Ba stakeholders and the Ba Chair of Special Administrators are monitoring the situation in Ba Town where floodwaters have entered the town area due to heavy rain from las
The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly “shaken and devastated” by the speculation about their marriage circulating, and plan to address Catherine’s health
The Fiji Roads Authority are calling on Fijians living in the Western Division to take extra precautions and refrain from crossing flooded streams and low-level crossings
Some areas in Labasa including Wailevu, Qelewaqa Road, Bulileka, Rokosalate, Navai, Navudi, Vunivere and Batinikama are closed due to flooding.
Davendra Prasad of Navu
Floodwater levels are constantly rising in Sabeto to Waimalika in Nadi as a result of the continuous heavy rain and high ground saturation levels compounded by the high t
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua fell to their third defeat of the season after a 29-46 loss to the Chiefs in their Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific round 4 clash tonight in
The Fiji National Disaster Management Office is calling on all Fijians in the Nadi areas to limit unnecessary travels after floodwaters have entered parts of Nadi Town du
Flood waters have entered in Qelewaqa Labasa due to continuous heavy rain from this morning. One of the house owners Ashwin Narayan says many of their household items i
A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the whole of Fiji Group, while a Flood Warning is now in force for flood prone areas adjacent to and downstream of major rivers
FijiFirst MP Jone Usamate says the Government is disrespectful to the President’s address as they have not carried out some of the things the President had highlighted
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has stressed that the Government does not interfere in the appointment of CEOs of public enterprises and these are the decisions left to th
Three Police officers have been charged with one count each of Assault Causing Actual Bodily Harm by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
The three Polic
Some parts of Labasa including areas in Bulileka, Wainikoro, Vunika flats and Labasa Hospital Road are flooded due to heavy rain.
fijivillage News has received reports
It is vital that our approach to ensuring the resilience of Fiji’s critical infrastructure is one of partnership that is clear, effective, consistent and comparable.
As Easter weekend approaches and the current road death toll is at 13 compared to 19 for the same period last year, the Land Transport Authority is urging all road users
Queen of International Summit is a global platform for cultural exchange and understanding, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage in today's world.
These are
The body of the 42-year-old man who was swept away by strong currents while swimming after a drifting fibreglass boat in Navutu waters in Lautoka on Thursday, has been re
Fiji and Australia have further strengthened their commitment to working together to improve Fiji’s healthcare system as the Minister for Health, Ratu Atonio Lalabalav
Defending premiers Penrith has won its first game of 2024, beating Parramatta 26-18 in a brutal Round 2 NRL clash at Panthers stadium.
However, Eels coach Brad Arthur
The Parliament has unanimously passed the motion that the government guarantee a $130 million loan by the Fiji Development Bank for 12 months period from 1st March this y
The Permanent Secretary for Education, Selina Kuruleca, reminded the prefects and student council of Natabua High School that leaders should lead by example with humility
The opposition has come into parliament with broad generalisations, lies, misinformation and concocting stories from what people might have said from one situation or the
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says we must all recognise that freedom of speech comes with responsibility, and the authorities must continue to monitor online communica
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Government’s effort to cushion the impact of inflation is through budgetary measures to support the most vulnerable in the socie
FijiFirst Party Acting General Secretary, Faiyaz Koya confirms that former Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama will remain as the FijiFirst Leader for now.
Koya confirm
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew is seriously concerned on the 75 percent increase in drug-related offences in February this year, that has contributed to the
Attorney General, Siromi Turaga confirms that the Fiji Corrections Service will follow the Supreme Court ruling in relation to the calculation of the remission of the sen
Crimes against women recorded an increase of 7 percent and crimes against children recorded a 10 percent rise in February this year while the overall crime rate has incre
Ensuring everyone has access to financial services is a key to economic growth and personal prosperity.
Fiji Development Bank CEO, Saud Minam highlighted this at a joi
The Deputy Director Strategic Planning of the Fiji Police Force, George Lagi, who is charged with one count of Bribery, has been granted bail by the Suva Magistrates Cour
Leader of the Opposition Inia Seruiratu resigned this morning as the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Natural Resources in order to devote more of his time to his
The students of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School are calling for school counsellors to include counselling sessions in the school curriculum as part of the review of t
The people of Vanua Levu can now expect better road conditions as the government and the People's Republic of China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve a
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou has slammed the Rabbitohs following their 28-18 defeat to Brisbane Broncos at Lang Park on Thursday night.
The Rabbitohs are now win
Rats have gotten into confiscated cannabis at New Orleans' aging police headquarters, munching the evidence as the building is taken over by mould and cockroaches, said t
The search continues for the 42-year-old man who was swept away by strong currents in Navutu waters in Lautoka.
Divisional Police Commander West Senior Superintendent
A 17-year-old student is in police custody after he allegedly caused the death of a 74-year-old man in an accident along Vishnu Deo Road in Nakasi yesterday afternoon.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says the Opposition completely ignores the measures put in the national budget to help those who ne
FijiFirst MP, Faiyaz Koya says the government should stop blaming the previous government for any ill wills because the issue of drugs in the society is not just happenin
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has revealed that when the conviction of the current suspended Police Commissioner Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho has been recorded, he
Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua says they are working with our development partners to build a specialised Drug and Narcotics Bureau.
While elaborating in p
Attorney General, Siromi Turaga has denounced the accusation of political interference when it comes to speculation about the appointment of specific tribunals, questions
1 in every 7 persons in Fiji has Chronic Kidney Disease.
Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr Jemesa Tudravu highlighted this at the World Kidney Day celebrations at the
Following suspended Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho’s conviction today, questions are now being asked on what will now happen to his position.
Acting Chief Justi
The price of lamb chops has dropped from around $20 a kg to around $16 a kg.
This has been revealed by the Ministry of Finance Senior Economist Kamal Gounder when ques
Former Prime Minister and FijiFirst Party Leader, Voreqe Bainimarama will not be eligible to contest the general elections until 2032 based on the constitution following
A 21-year-old man has passed away after he was allegedly hit by a vehicle driven by a 38-year-old man along Ratu Dovi Road near Nadera at after midnight last night.
Di
Former Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama and suspended Police Commissioner, Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho have been found guilty by Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo,
Speaker of Parliament Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has asked FijiFirst MP Ketan Lal to keep the dignity of the Parliament of Fiji after Minister for Agriculture Vatimi Rayalu
The driver who is alleged to have caused the death of a 22-year-old man following an accident in Lautoka last Sunday has been granted bail by the Lautoka Magistrates Cour
The US House of Representatives has passed legislation that could ban TikTok in the US unless the app parts ways with its Chinese parent company, ByteDance.
It is a ma
FijiFirst MP and former RFMF Commander Viliame Naupoto says the FijiFirst Party stands for equal citizenry, and they will continue to fight for equality for all inside an
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says claims by FijiFirst MP Semi Koroilavesau that there is massive unemployment in the country is b
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua CEO Mark Evans has revealed that they will be starting a Drua Academy Program where they will contract players as young as 15 to 16 years old.
The government intends to have one vocational centre in every province, and they are looking at 42 tourism projects valued at $3 billion which will bring in 4,824 rooms.
I hold myself accountable for the current law and order situation in Fiji, much of which was been inherited from decisions made in the past.
That is the message of Hom
Former Education Minister and SODELPA MP Aseri Radrodro has supported the call from President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere on the need for our people to understand and practic
It is alarming to note that due to the draconian anti-worker laws that were either promulgated or enacted by the previous government, union density has decreased from 30
Leader of the Opposition, Inia Seruiratu says Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Lynda Tabuya does not have to be worried about the FijiFirst Party and ne
Reports are coming out from the UK that Sale Sharks Rugby are in talks to sign Fiji Water Flying Fijians captain Waisea Nayacalevu to replace England star centre Manu Tui
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has revealed that maybe he would be considering a presidential run at some point after his NBA career.
Curry says he has an in
Some roads in Tavua and Lautoka are currently closed due to flooding caused by heavy rain.
The Fiji Roads Authority says Matacawa Road, Qalela Road, Vatia Road, Lubulu
Another heartwarming outreach from the Mana Island Resort as they donated $5,000 to the Fiji Cancer Society and another $5,000 to WOWS Kid Fiji for survivors of cancer in
The government should increase the export of local foods such as fish, ginger, dalo, kava, turmeric and others because of its demand in the international market which wil
The driver alleged to have caused the death of a 22-year-old man following an accident in Lautoka last Sunday has been charged.
Police say the driver has been charged
Attorney General and Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga has accused Fiji Sun of making baseless and misleading claims on an article that was published by Fiji Sun yesterd
As Muslims start their month long fasting from today, Fiji Muslim League President Haji Basheer Ahmed is urging people to remember those less fortunate and strive to be m
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua CEO, Mark Evans and Drua Head of Commercial and Marketing, Shane Hussein will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan at 7 tonig
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