Apologies for the extended break from YB but we are back, reinvigorated for 2025. We have been reminiscing around the Yellow Bucket about the good old days when Fijians w
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission has commended the Fijian Government for its commitment to upholding human rights, addressing systemic discriminat
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has claimed a close 33-26 win over the Rugby Football Club Los Angeles in their trial match at Churchill Park in Lautoka this afternoon.
The University of Fiji has today launched the National Recreational Reading in the Park Campaign in partnership with the Ministry of Local Government.
While speaking d
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for heavy rain is now in force for the western half of Viti Levu from Korolevu, Sigatoka, Nadi, Lautoka, Ba until Rakiraki, interior of Seru
The University of Fiji has today launched the National Recreational Reading in the Park Campaign in partnership with the Ministry of Local Government.
While speaking d
The Online Safety Commission has accepted the University of Fiji Vice Chancellor, Professor Shaista Shameem complaint of online abuse and has given it's assurance to the
As Vodafone Fiji has installed new e-ticketing machines in buses and people continue to raise concerns about recharging their bus cards and cash payments, Deputy Prime Mi
Flight attendants have been recorded attempting to restrain and duct tape the mouth of an irate passenger who was thrashing and screaming on board a Fiji Airways flight a
People’s Alliance Party Member of Parliament, Lynda Tabuya is likely to continue as an MP.
There are indications coming through that the party’s disciplinary commi
A tentative trial date has been set by the Suva Magistrates Court for the case of abuse of office against Voreqe Bainimarama, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, and Neil Sharma.
The
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad has labelled former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum as a little cry baby dictator who is misl
Great news for the people of Mua and Naselesele in Taveuni as they now can access electricity in the comfort of their homes after Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka commissio
As artificial intelligence is rapidly weaving itself into the very fabric of everyday life, University of the South Pacific Vice-Chancellor Professor Pal Ahluwalia has hi
People even in villages and islands rely on packaged food because they have most likely been brainwashed into thinking that everything from overseas is better when clearl
The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection is working with the Police to investigate the circumstances surrounding a video circulating on social media depictin
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has made it clear that Ministers who will not be performing will be moving out, irrespective of who they are.
While responding to questi
Former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has attacked fijivillage, saying we are notoriously biased when we questioned Sayed-Khaiyum today on the issue raised by Depu
Political leaders' messages are always politically correct, but they are never about action and they talk without real implementation, which will not lead to sustainable
Minister for Employment Agni Deo Singh says the new Employment Relations Act will be in place before June this year.
He highlighted this while speaking to members of t
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan.
The in-depth interview will focus on many issues facing the people of the country and
About 3000 residents of Nabouwalu and surrounding areas will now have access to safe and clean drinking water following the commissioning of the new Nabouwalu Water Treat
Lack of staff and skilled people were some of the challenges faced by the Fiji Independence Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) that resulted in incomplete work, includ
Serious concerns continue to grow about the use of needles for drugs since 55 percent of the 1,093 new HIV cases recorded by the Ministry for Health from January to Septe
Former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem will take their plea on the consolidated charges related to abuse of offi
The case of Koroi Seru, who allegedly beat his manager Javed Ali to death on New Year’s Day, has been adjourned to February 5th as the state counsel failed to serve the
India secured a convincing seven-wicket win over England in the first Men’s International Twenty20 match in Kolkata.
Chasing a modest target of 133, India sealed the
National Federation Party President, Parmod Chand says the party supports the review of 2013 Constitution as it is a draconian legislation that evolved from an illegal pr
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says Parliament will examine whether it is reasonably possible to amend relevant provisions of Chapter 11 of the Constitution, and he also
Residents and drivers continue to raise concerns about the potholes along Khalsa Road in Tacirua opening every few weeks even after road works are being conducted.
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The Ministry of Education is facing challenges in collaborating with the trustees and management of Vatuwaqa Primary School, which was destroyed by fire in December 2022.
Minister for Health Dr Atonio Lalabalavu has declared a HIV outbreak in Fiji.
While declaring the outbreak during the launch of the Fiji National HIV Surge Strategy 20
Deputy Prime Minister and National Federation Party Leader, Professor Biman Prasad says Leader of the Opposition, Inia Seruiratu and some members of the Group of 16 who a
The greatest violations they experience are in the security industry, where proper wages, overtime, and meal allowances are not paid, unlawful deductions are made from wo
Balancing academic and extracurricular activities has paid off for 17-year-old Ashtika Prasad of Rishikul Sanatan College, who achieved an impressive 391/400 in the Fiji
I'm not going to do any witch-hunt on political opponents of anybody.
This was highlighted by FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimali while responding to a question from P
To strengthen the leadership of the Vanua, the Fiji National University in collaboration with the Great Council of Chiefs and the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs will be offe
The Fiji Police Force headquarters is expected to be relocated to a convenient and conducive building.
The Fiji Police Force has Departments and Units located at vari
The Fiji Law Society says Janet Mason, the counsel assisting the Commission of Inquiry into Barbara Malimali’s appointment as Commissioner of FICAC, should step aside w
Cabinet has approved measures to initiate the review of the 2013 Constitution, and a Bill to amend relevant provisions of Chapter 11 of the Constitution will be finalised
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for heavy rain is now in force for the southern parts of Viti Levu (Lami to Suva, the interior of Serua-Namosi, Sigatoka-Coral Coast, and in
Chairperson of the Judicial Services Commission, Chief Justice Salesi Temo confirms that Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has been granted leave with fu
Permanent Secretary for the Office of the Prime Minister, Dr Raijeli Taga will be the new Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs effective from February 3rd, 2025 while
Employers are questioning why an organisation could be fined up to $200,000 for sexual harassment occurring on its premises, according to a proposed amendment to the Empl
The National Anti-Litter Campaign has been launched to control the littering in Fiji so that people start caring for the environment.
Permanent Secretary for Environme
Leader of Opposition Inia Seruiratu says all this going back and forth with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is not good for the country, and the governm
Following concerns raised about the new e-ticketing machines that does not give a physical copy of the receipt are now being used in buses, the Land Transport Authority s
To improve the waste management system, the Pacific Recycling Foundation has signed a three-year partnership with Pacific Energy to support key programs designed to empow
Donald Trump has signed a series of executive actions, including one revoking 78 of Joe Biden’s presidential actions, hours after officially becoming the 47th president
The University of Fiji has lodged a complaint against individuals from an educational institution disseminating false information designed to discredit the University of
As we stand on the frontline of climate change, we face unprecedented challenges that test our resilience, adaptability, and strategic vision.
This was highlighted by
Calls are being made to reinstate paternity leave and to remove the restriction of family care leave to immediate family members only.
While proposing the reinstatemen
The automatic progression for students in the education system is not a policy.
This has been highlighted by the General Secretary of the Fijian Teachers Association,
In a bid to address the issue of losing clinicians to migration, the Oceania Hospital Pte Ltd has launched the Management Cadet Program, aimed at nurturing future leaders
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has revealed that some members of the Group of 16 led by Opposition Leader, Inia Seruiratu had earlier approached him to join the cabinet
Donald Trump has been sworn in by Chief Justice John Roberts as the 47th president of the United States, marking a political comeback after being convicted of felonies.
The Fiji Police Band brought smiles to the faces of people living around the Nakasi area as part of their ongoing Community Policing efforts.
Divisional Manager for Co
People in the Northern Division will now have easier access to quality education after the opening of the Higher Education Commission Fiji office in Labasa.
Prime Mini
Police are seeking help from the public to identify an unknown Indo-Fijian male who was found dead in Nasau, Nadi, last Saturday.
Police say the man is believed to be
No causalities were reported in the bus fire incident which occurred near the Bau Landing Road earlier this morning.
This has been confirmed to fijivillage News by the
Investment in the country will be affected if amendments to the current Employment Relations Act come into effect as there are huge fines and the breaches would be crimin
Leader of the Opposition, Inia Seruiratu says former FijiFirst Leader, Voreqe Bainimarama and former General Secretary Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum will not be involved in their p
Special Police Constable, William McKay who was allegedly found in possession of 40.07 kilograms of marijuana at his Raiwaqa home, has been released on $1,000 bail.
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Minister for Employment, Agni Deo Singh says the Ministry would love to continue working and engaging in dialogue with the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation to devel
18-year-old Joseph Taake Kirite from Kiribati who put his name on the music stage back at home after being part of the music production named Ocean Island, has moved to F
Leader of the Opposition Inia Seruiratu has today announced their intention to form a new party to contest next year’s general elections, and also present at the announ
A Nasese bus caught fire near Bau Landing Road this morning.
This was confirmed to fijivillage News by the Nausori Fire Station.
We contacted Nasese Bus Limited how
Israel says three hostages - who had been held by Hamas in Gaza for 15 months - are back in Israeli territory.
The hostages were released by Hamas to the Red Cross in
The University of Fiji has sought legislative clarity from the Online Safety Commission after the Vice Chancellor, Professor Shaista Shameem and the University were targe
Around 12 hours after shutting itself down in the United States, TikTok is back for many users almost like it never left, attributing its return to a move by President-el
With the school break almost at an end, Jone Rabelo Nadola Delai is thankful that he utilised four of those weeks attending a program offered by Polytech called Basic in
A man was found dead this morning on an empty residential lot in Naodamu, Labasa and Police are currently at the scene, investigating the situation.
In an interview wi
Making some sacrifices has paid off for Rishikul Sanatan College student Jessica Singh after she scored 389 out of 400 in the Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination last ye
Discussions are underway between the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection and UNICEF on the implementation of the Child Protection and Child Justice Act in a
For the academic year 2025, there will be 60 MBBS and 20 commercial pilot training scholarships available.
However, receiving an offer letter from universities or flyi
A 31-year-old unemployed man from Kinoya has been arrested for the unlawful possession of illicit drugs after arriving on a shipping vessel from a maritime island.
Pol
Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has revealed that Acting DPP, Nancy Tikoisuva has specifically requested Chief Justice Salesi Temo to suspend Pryde and
Families around Suva can now avoid rushing to do last-minute back-to-school shopping tomorrow as selected shops around Suva will be extending their opening hours today to
Some areas affected by the Nasinu Area Bulk Line Rectification Works have started receiving water supply, while the remaining areas are expected to have water restored by
Nurses and healthcare workers in the rural Western Division have raised concerns with the Minister of Health and Medical Services Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu about transpor
The iTaukei Land Trust Board has surrendered the land known as "Toko" in the district of Tavua after being a lease for a term of 999 years from 15th November 1907 having
A police officer who was found with 6037 branches of dried leaves believed to be marijuana at his home is charged with one count of unlawful possession of illicit drugs a
Sports commentator, Satish Narain says he is over the moon to become the first Fijian to be the lead commentator at next weekend’s HSBC SVNS in Perth, Australia.
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Students intending to become teachers, now need to undergo interviews with the Ministry of Education.
This was highlighted by Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service C
Major road works planned for the islands of Gau and Koro began earlier this week, aiming to improve infrastructure and connectivity for villagers.
In December last yea
Opposition MP Jone Usamate has raised questions about provisions in the Employment Relations Act regarding workers' contracts, asking whether the principle of "equal pay
Being the sole breadwinner in her family after the passing of her husband last year has not been easy for Ulamila Buto Vosa, especially when preparing her children for th
More than 100 people have been killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza following the announcement of a ceasefire and hostage release deal earlier this week, according to a tall
Exciting news for graduates who want to start their own businesses instead of looking for jobs after graduation, as the government and TSLS have introduced a new $10,000
As Fiji grapples with a rise in littering, the Ministry for Environment is working to protect the Nation’s ecosystems by implementing stricter regulations, promoting co
The launch of the new South Pacific Business Development headquarters will boost women’s economic empowerment in the business sector.
The headquarters has been opene
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