Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad says addressing the climate crisis is not just crucial for our environment, it is crucial for protecting the lives and liveli
Overcoming his fears and doubts has motivated 14-year-old Lazarus Tuisinu to work even harder and be awarded the 2024 Dux Award during the CMF Primary School Annual Prize
Beyoncé has been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, the music charting site announced on Tuesday as part of an ongoing series.
Billboard’
Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona ruthlessly ended it’s winless run after thrashing Mallorca 5-1 this morning.
Ferran Torres, Frenkie de Jong and Pau Víctor also s
Turning to farming after losing his job as a chef during the COVID-19 pandemic period, 36-year-old Asaeli Uluimoala did not regret his decision as he embraced farming as
Following the tragic accident that claimed the life of a young man in his 20s and hospitalised three others along Valley Road in Sigatoka on Sunday, the Land Transport Au
Lifeline Fiji has been given a boost in helping people with mental health issues as FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels raised $5,000 during their Movember campaign.
The FNPF-o
British Ghanaian singer Fuse ODG, who recently criticised foreign aid in Africa, has released a music video entitled “We Know It’s Christmas”, in a rebuttal to the
A 16-year-old boy driving unlawfully, without a driver's license has died in an accident in Labasa.
Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana s
The body of Afroz Khan, who was reported missing last Wednesday, has been found in Tailevu.
Khan was last seen travelling from Nadi to Suva for a business trip.
The
Discussions are still ongoing regarding the scrapping of the automatic progression system despite failure which has been used in the education system over the last few ye
Police are requesting help in locating 16-year-old Arieta Toganivalu, who has been reported missing at the Nasinu Police Station.
Toganivalu was last seen leaving her
Through the pornography task force, the government will have the official mandate to ban harmful content for children under 16 like telegram and pornography.
Minister
As hundreds of mothers at the CWM Maternity Ward were left without access to clean drinking water this morning following a water disruption, Wai Fiji donated several days
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad today signed the Loan and Grant Agreement with the ADB towards the Fiji - Critical Bridges Resilienc
Yuvika Sharma was overjoyed after her hard work paid off when she received the Dux Award at the Navosa Central College prize-giving ceremony today.
Sharma achieved an
Fijians living in Northern America have invested over a million dollars during the US-Fiji Investment and Savings Drive in October this year but it does not take into acc
Fiji taxes food rich in sugar, sugar-sweetened beverages and unhealthy snacks but the tax system could do more to promote healthier foods and drinks.
80 percent of the
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says there is enough money put into the Water Authority of Fiji for the last two budgets, particular
The mother of the 3-year-old girl who is undergoing treatment in India for severe aplastic anaemia is once again seeking assistance to buy her medication and treatment at
The 2025 Parliament Calendar has been passed in Parliament this morning with Parliament to officially open on the 24th of February, 2025 and the 2025/2026 national budget
Fijian children, both in Fiji and abroad now have access to a new resource that brings the beauty of their culture into their learning.
The co-founders of Baka Books,
Water issues due to turbidity and low pressure plaguing the Suva area have now escalated to the point where it is affecting patients at the CWM Hospital.
People are ra
The Fiji Roads Authority has commenced work on the design phase of the Labasa-Savusavu link scenic road, before civil works begin while work on extending Labasa Airport h
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew says investigations into the police officer who was involved in an alleged assault in Nausori, is into its final stages.
A
The appeal against conviction, sentencing and bail pending appeal of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho, will be call
Initiatives like cleanup campaigns extend beyond beautifying spaces, foster a sense of community and collaboration, reduce tensions, build trust and strengthen social bon
The highly anticipated art exhibition "Alchemy," featuring the works of 10 talented local artists, is set to take place at the Grand Pacific Hotel, in the Rara Lounge, fr
Residents of Namadi Heights and Mead Road are demanding for answers from the government and Water Authority of Fiji as they are struggling to cope with a severe water cri
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill will be debated on Wednesday after it was brought in Parliament under Parliamentary Standing Order 51 by Prime Minister Sitiv
Outdated teaching methods, inadequate resources in rural areas, low attendance and poor parental engagement such as not monitoring homework and not attending school meeti
Three men are in police custody for their alleged involvement in an aggravated robbery at Alison Supermarket in Laucala Beach yesterday morning.
It is alleged that the
As a small island developing state, Fiji faces some of the most severe consequences of climate change, and the National Carbon Strategy roadmap will ensure emission reduc
Fiji is taking a bold step toward a cleaner and more sustainable future with the Hydro Duel Fuel Generator Project, implemented at the Lautoka Depot in collaboration with
If the negatives outweigh the positives, then Fiji will ban social media for children under 16 years after consultation.
This has been highlighted by Minister of Women
From being a dive instructor to now making natural sea salt that is being exported to different parts of the world, Fiji Sea Salt owner, Jone Waitaiti is living his dream
Minister for Defence Pio Tikoduadua has reassured Parliament today that the safety of our troops that have been deployed on peacekeeping duties in the Middle East or any
The search is underway for two people who entered Alison Supermarket at Laucala Beach, threatened the staff with cane knives and stole cash and other items before fleeing
The Nasinu Town Council is intensifying its action by collaborating with the Valelevu Police Force to combat drug-related crimes which include the installation of advance
24-year-old Kali Masibalavu who allegedly murdered a 25-year-old man outside Harbour Centre in Suva on the 2nd of November will take his plea tomorrow.
Masibalavu, who
Opposition Member of Parliament Alvick Maharaj says Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka should suspend and strip Minister for Sugar, Charan Jeath Singh of his portfolio and ba
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has asked Opposition MP, Premila Kumar “didn’t they have a Minister for ‘everything’ - not in name but in deeds and overseeing.
Eric Murphy and Jasmin Lawrence, the son of Eddie Murphy and daughter Martin Lawrence, have announced their engagement after three years of dating.
The couple jointly
Bag checks in schools should be made compulsory to combat the growing issue of children being exploited as drug peddlers.
This was raised by Minister for Women, Childr
The services provided by ministries must meet citizens’ needs promptly, ensuring they receive help without being told to return another day due to the absence of the pe
Donald Trump now has two "rocket men" in his life.
The new one is Elon Musk, the world's richest man, a constant companion and the new best friend of the president-ele
A man in his 20s has died following an accident along Valley Road in Sigatoka yesterday.
Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana says he was
Fiji Airways National 7s coach Osea Kolinisau says hard work and consistency is needed if they are to keep winning.
An emotional Kolinisau says it has been a two year
After 9 years, the Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side has won the HSBC Dubai 7s title after defeating Spain 19-5 in the final this morning. Fiji last won the Dubai 7s
The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side will face Spain in the final of the HSBC Dubai 7s after defeating Argentina 43-21 in the second semi final.
Fiji started off th
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side will meet Argentina, while Spain will face New Zealand in the semi finals of the HSBC Dubai 7s.
Fiji beat France 19-17, Argentina
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side is through to the semi finals of the HSBC Dubai 7s tournament after defeating Olympic gold medallist France 19-17 in the third quart
As 552 new HIV cases have been recorded this year from January to June, 15 percent of these cases are related to bluetoothing, where drug users are not only sharing need
The Princess of Wales has sent an emotional Christmas message calling for "love, not fear" ahead of her carol concert next week.
Catherine says the Christmas story is
Women and girls are facing an alarming rise in online attacks, with statistics showing they are targeted 10 times more than men.
This includes online violence, cyberbu
The current budget allocation by the government is sufficient to begin some of the necessary work for the drug rehabilitation centre.
This has been highlighted by the
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka visited Vanua Levu to explore several promising development sites and projects including an assessment of p
It was a proud and emotional moment for Valavia Tasala of Seaqaqa Central College as she dedicated her Dux Award to her late mother, who passed away last year.
In an i
Rupert Grint has been ordered to pay another USD$3.9m in tax.
The Harry Potter actor, 36, is said to be worth NZD$87.3m after his appearances in the wizard-themed movi
After residents and drivers raised concerns about the potholes along Khalsa Road in Tacirua opening up every few weeks, the Fiji Roads Authority confirms that the necessa
The artwork of Tae Kami, a 15-year-old girl who died of cancer in 2008 and the daughter of WOWS Kids Fiji Foundation Sina Kami was sold for $10,500 during an auction in t
A police officer has been reminding some youths in the community about a 14-year-old girl who was found walking along the road in school uniform with visible needle marks
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side will take on France in the 3rd quarter final of the HSBC Dubai 7s at 7.32 tonight after securing 3 wins out of 3 games and topping t
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side has topped their pool at the HSBC Dubai 7s after defeating New Zealand 21-12 in their final pool match this morning.
The win has
70 students will now benefit from the new storage facility, refurbished sensory room,during the launch of the centralised data hub and the training center with 20 compute
A severe thunderstorm warning for heavy rainfall remains in force for Northern and Western parts of Viti Levu from Rakiraki, Ba, Lautoka to Sigatoka and the rest of Viti
As the Central Division Drug-Free Awareness Campaign has concluded, students of Saint John Bosco Primary School, Narere Primary School and Basden College were reminded ab
The Fiji Trades Union Congress is calling on Aspen Medical Fiji to get to the table and negotiate with the union and resolve the workers grievances in relation to improve
Fiji will now be the gateway to the world as the groundbreaking ceremony for the Google state-of-the-art ICT facility was held today.
While speaking in Natadola in Na
Women in Fiji have a higher life expectancy than men and face a wider gap in healthy adjusted life expectancy.
It has been stated in the Fiji Health Sector Review 2024
As the holiday shopping season kicks off with Black Friday this weekend, ANZ is reminding people in the Pacific to be vigilant against online scams.
ANZ Regional Execu
In a groundbreaking initiative for the country, the Fijian Elections Office has signed the Terms of Reference with key stakeholders for the Collaboration for the Impleme
59-year-old Eloni Salagi from Naseyani Village in Ra, has been selling mangoes during the season for over 30 years, this has been one of the major source of income to sup
Australia’s parliament has passed a world-first law banning social media for children under 16, putting tech companies on notice to tighten security before a cut-off da
The Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji has celebrated a historic milestone of 145 years in Fiji that reflects its enduring role as a cornerstone of the nation
Good news as the opening of the Levuka Market brings promising opportunities for the farmers of Levuka and Moturiki, offering a more stable and efficient platform for the
A family of three have been left homeless after their three-bedroom house was destroyed in a fire yesterday morning in Lajonia, Labasa.
Sanjay Prasad says only her mot
The construction industry is in a good state as investment work worth more than a billion dollars is now in progress, and there is an opportunity for funding for climate-
People will need to pay more for fuel, gas and kerosene as prices to be increase from tomorrow.
Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has announced that the price
Moana 2 has globally earned $109.6 million and including $85.5 million domestically.
Moanapocalypse hits the box office, where the animated sequel is serving up the to
Due to continuous heavy rainfall since last night several crossings are closed in the Central Division.
This include Naboro Cocoa Road Crossing, Volata Cocoa Road Cros
A 8-year-old girl has died following an accident along Edinburgh Drive on Thursday night.
Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana says she wa
A trough of low pressure associated with clouds and rain remains slow moving over the Southern and Eastern parts of the group.
The Nadi Weather Office says it is expec
A total of 327 students celebrated the rewards of their hard work as they graduated this morning from The University of Fiji's Saweni Campus in Lautoka.
The students g
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has decided to reassign the Department of Immigration and the Fiji Police Force to fall under his portfolio responsibilities from Sunday.
A driver is counting his lucky stars after the truck he was driving veered off the road and almost went off the cliff along Edinburgh Drive in Suva this afternoon.
The
Fiji’s health system faces serious challenges, burdened by catastrophic rates of NCDs, ailing healthcare infrastructure, and an ageing population, which means its healt
Whoever it is, we will deal with those sensitive issues at that level and I’m sure if they are children of senior government people - the parents will want the rule of
Fijians can now look forward to more affordable access to technology with the opening of Tech Hub's flagship store in Suva today.
Speaking to fijivillage News, Tech Hu
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says it is critical to address the issue regarding the disciplinary processes in schools following reports of serious incidents raised reg
'Tis the Season to Be Merry, and Nanuku Resort is hosting it’s Festive Christmas Market Day at Nanuku Loloma Beach in Pacific Harbour from 9am to 3pm this Sunday.
Re
The Asian Development Bank has approved a $199.5 million project that will replace critical bridges in Lami, Medraukutu, Sabeto and Viseisei to improve domestic transport
A big welcome celebration is being accorded to 2000 coup leader, George Speight by the villagers of Naivicula in Tailevu today.
Speight was first accorded a welcome ce
The Savusavu Town Council is struggling with a significant financial strain as ratepayers owe $470,000 in arrears to the Council as of this month. The Chair, Shiu Sharm
After concerns were raised that some police officers have refused to acknowledge the violence against women, a one day training session was conducted to train officers on
Police are requesting help in locating 14-year-old Ivamere Koroi, who has been reported missing at the Lami Police Station.
They say Koroi was last seen leaving her Ve
Five men between the ages of 20 and 30 years have been arrested for alleged unlawful possession of illicit drugs during surge operations in the Northern Division.
Assi
People waiting to be seen at CWM Hospital every Wednesday are being treated with love and kindness as the Faith Ministry distributes food to those who are hungry and have
Forcefully opening the wooden chest boxes of junior students of Queen Victoria School to steal belongings, physical assault during the night, burning of their feet with t
Residents of Tamavua, Sakoca, Tacirua, Colo-i-Suva and Namadi Heights have raised concerns about ongoing water supply disruptions in their area.
They say they experien
Minister for Health, Dr. Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has confirmed today that the medicine shortage currently faced by our hospitals is not a financial problem but a supply ch
Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro confirms they will need to initiate an urgent investigation that will need to involve independent officials from the Ministry and t
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad admits that the coalition government is not implementing things on time in all ministries as expect
Residents and drivers continue to raise concerns about the potholes along Khalsa Road in Tacirua opening every few weeks, and they are now asking for lasting solutions.
Despite the challenges of caring for her bedridden mother each morning, Year 8 student Fulori Rokodrausa of Dravo District School in Tailevu has surpassed all expectation
The Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission has expressed grave concern regarding recent media reports and the treatment of the Grace Road Church Group.
In a s
Two workers have been injured while working at the FHL Tower construction site.
The Fijian Holdings Limited says the incident was reported on Monday and they will not
Fiji’s leading marine tour operator, the South Sea Cruises Group has acquired Tivua Island from Captain Cook Cruises Management Pte Ltd. In a statement, South Sea Cru
People in the North have a chance to engage with potential employers during the Mini Job Fair where 40 employers participating.
While launching the fair at the Labasa
It is imperative for us to look back at history and see how our forefathers managed our resources so we can learn from them and incorporate them with the modern science d
Students of Kalabu Primary School and CMF Primary School have been reminded of their rights as children and their responsibilities, emphasizing that they should not assum
245 passengers from the Lomaiviti Princess 7 were safely transferred to the MV Lady Daya this morning after the vessel ran aground on a reef south of Moala yesterday even
Mother of five, Miriam Vasu had to balance life between studying and attending to her children's needs to graduate today with a Diploma in Primary School Education and a
Students who wish to learn the Tamil language now have the opportunity as the High Commission of India to Fiji has launched a Tamil teaching language program at the Penan
Police are seeking assistance in locating 74-year-old Seruwaia Roqara who was reported missing at the Nausori Police Station.
They say Roqara was last seen on Saturday
More than a dozen vulnerable and at-risk young ones rescued from the streets will now be supported at the Salvation Army Kauwai Youth Restoration Service Centre in Samabu
Suspended Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde says until his salary has been restored to allow him to adequately defend himself, he is unable to attend or
The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai, and his delegation visited the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis to meet w
17 rural water projects were completed by the Water Authority of Fiji team in 2018 with a budget of $1.05 million.
This was revealed by WAF Chief Executive Officer Dr
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