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25/10/2024

USP striking workers resume work

Staff members of the University of the South Pacific who were on on strike have resumed work however the unions say they will call for a strike again on short notice if t

USP

22 days ago

Qelewaqa residents in Labasa urge WAF to address water issues this Diwali

Residents of Qelewaqa in Labasa are calling on the Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) to resolve their water issues for the upcoming Diwali holiday, as they have faced water d

WAF Labasa

22 days ago

Ratu Naiqama’s nomination as President was unanimously supported by the Party - Kamikamica

The Prime Minister’s nomination of Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu for President was unanimously supported by the members, council and management committee of the People’s Al

Government

22 days ago

5-year-old boy’s body recovered from Rewa River

The body of a 5 year-old-boy who drowned in Waidra, Baulevu along Rewa River has been recovered. Divisional Police Commander Eastern Senior Superintendent of Police Jo

Police

22 days ago

Regular screenings and self-examinations can save lives – Kamikamica

Regular screenings and self-examinations can save lives as breast cancer is not just a statistic but affects countless of lives in many ways. Deputy Prime Minister and

Cancer-Society

22 days ago

28-year-old man to front court for allegedly obtaining $297 by deception

A 28-year-old man from Lovu, Lautoka will appear in the Lautoka Magistrates Court this afternoon for obtaining $297 by deception. Police say the accused is alleged to

Court

22 days ago

Ratu Wiliame decided to decline my nomination after he saw an internal audit and investigation report - PM

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere decided to decline Rabuka's nomination of him to serve a second term of three years as Pre

Government Feature

22 days ago

Tui Nadi denies claims of switching political allegiances

The Tui Nadi, Ratu Vuniyani Navuniuci, has denied media reports suggesting that he and the Tui Nawaka, Ratu Joeli Bulu, are leaving Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s Peo

Peoples-Alliance

22 days ago

Provisions that allowed Chaudhry to stand for elections similar to that which allows Ratu Naiqama to be nominated for President - PM

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says the provisions of the Constitution that allowed Mahendra Chaudhry to stand for elections under Section 56(2)(g) are similar to that w

Government Feature

22 days ago

Govt committed to addressing the needs of minority communities – Multi-Ethnic Minister

The Government is committed to addressing the development needs of minority ethnic communities in Fiji. Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry, Charan Je

Government

22 days ago

Proud parents celebrate daughter’s success after winning National GIS Award for the second time

At just 16-years-old, Dhiksha Shreya Devi from Kavuli, Tavua is making her family proud after winning the prestigious National Geographical Information System Award for t

Education

22 days ago

Prof. Prasad meets with US Dept of Treasury to discuss economic developments in Fiji and the region

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, met with the US Department of Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary for Asia, Robert Kaproth, with d

USA Government

22 days ago

Methodist Church calls for stronger family bonds amid elderly suicide concerns

The Methodist Church of Fiji will begin reaching out to every division next month to address the increasing number of elderly people taking their own lives in the country

Methodist-Church

22 days ago

Naroko and Saivou landowners concerned investors are coming straight to the landowners

If investors turn up without the right officials, landowners have the right to send them back to the right authorities. This is the message from the Deputy Prime Minis

Land Government Feature

22 days ago

Our struggling parents spend so much money on our school fees and we are worried - USP students

Our struggling parents have spent so much money to pay for our school fees at the university and we are worried the strike will compromise the preparations of our exams a

USP

22 days ago

27-year-old man to front Nadi Magistrates Court for allegedly obtaining $1,400 by deception

A 27-year-old man from Moto, Ba, will appear in the Nadi Magistrates Court today for allegedly obtaining $1,400 by deception. Police say the investigations revealed th

Court Police

22 days ago

24/10/2024

Entering the ……. zone

Every now and then, the mysterious world of iTaukei politics pops its head above the surface, catching the uninitiated by surprise. It seldom is what it first seems to be

Opinion

23 days ago

A person with Ratu Naiqama’s record cannot be accepted as President – Chaudhry

A person with Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu’s record cannot be accepted as the country’s President, and Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has come under strong criticism for w

Government Feature

23 days ago

Cane burning has increased by 10% - FSC

The Fiji Sugar Corporation’s 2024 Annual Report has revealed that cane burning has increased over the previous season by 10 percent and it continues to be an area of gr

FSC

23 days ago

Steward of Alliance on Resources raises concerns on major developments to DPM Kamikamica

The Steward Alliance on Resources (SAOR), comprising the Fiji Council of Churches, the Social Empowerment Education Program (SEEP) and concerned landowners have raised co

Land Government

23 days ago

Ratu Naiqama’s nomination for Presidency must be withdrawn immediately - Ali

The nomination of Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu to be the President of Fiji must be immediately withdrawn as he will not unite the nation but strengthen hierarchy, patriarchy a

Parliament Government FWCC Feature

23 days ago

Cabinet approves $200.2m debt write-off for FSC owed to Govt

Cabinet has approved the $200.2 million write-off of the government debt owed by the Fiji Sugar Corporation to the Government, after the decision was made on the 15th of

Sugar

23 days ago

Savenaca Narube stands in solidarity with USP staff members

Unity Fiji Party Leader, Savenaca Narube stood in solidarity with staff of the University of the South Pacific during their fourth day of strike and echoed similar sentim

USP-Strike

23 days ago

People highlight blatant selling of hard drugs in Nadonumai as a serious concern

Concerned people have made urgent calls to the Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua to check what it would take for the Police to effectively deal with the blatant s

Police Feature

23 days ago

Vodafone Fiji sets new standard in environmental stewardship with launch of ‘I Recycle’ program

Vodafone Fiji has unveiled its ambitious ‘I Recycle’ program at its head office in Tamavua which aims to reshape the recycling mindset among its staff. The ‘I Re

Vodafone-Fiji

23 days ago

26-year-old Diloma leading the charge for women in Fiji’s Sugar Industry

In Fiji’s sugarcane fields, 26-year-old Nemai Diloma is breaking barriers as a Roving Sector Assistant with the Fiji Sugar Corporation Ltd in Nadi. With a degree in

Sugar Business

23 days ago

Moreen Ram carries on family legacy in the field of rice farming

Moreen Asheehy Ram is carrying on the legacy of her late father by continuing rice farming to assist her with educational expenses and putting meals on the table for her

Agriculture

23 days ago

Fiji ranked #3 in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel list for 2025

Fiji has been ranked #3 in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel list for 2025. Lonely Planet, a world-renowned travel publisher, has long set the standard for insightful,

Feature Tourism

23 days ago

USP stand-off must not be allowed to continue at the expense of the education of our children – Seruiratu

The stand-off must not be allowed to continue at the expense of the education of our children. This the message from Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu as the stand-off

Government USP-Strike Feature

23 days ago

Stakeholders and Min of Housing support RISE Fiji to improve living conditions in informal settlements – Nalumisa

Enhancing the living conditions of communities in informal settlements, the Ministry of Housing will continue to support RISE Fiji and ensure all Fijians have access to a

Government

24 days ago

75% of households are not connected to any wastewater network – Dr Chanan

One of the priority areas the Water Authority of Fiji will be working on is ensuring that Fiji's wastewater system is up to standards after the CEO, Dr Amit Chanan, revea

WAF

24 days ago

23/10/2024

Kuruleca reassigned as PS for Justice, Nacuva to act as PS for Education

Selina Kuruleca has been reassigned as Permanent Secretary for Justice and will be effective from next Monday. This has been confirmed by the Chairman of the Public Se

Education

24 days ago

USP claims all lectures and tutorials are proceeding as scheduled although some students and unions say otherwise

Although some students and union members confirm that some tutorials have been affected due to the University of the South Pacific unions’ strike since last Friday, USP

USP

24 days ago

Appointment of Pita Wise as Head of Mission in Japan has been withdrawn

The appointment of Pita Wise that was earlier announced as Head of Mission in Japan has been withdrawn. This has been confirmed by Public Service Commission Chair, Luk

Government

24 days ago

I authorised Radrodro to call for USP Council meet, unions are in compliance of the law – PM

As day 4 of the University of the South Pacific unions’ strike ends with no resolution in sight, Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says the USP Staff unions are in compli

USP Feature

24 days ago

Dialogue Fiji welcomes recommendation on common national identity

Dialogue Fiji has welcomed the recommendation of the Fiji National Security and Defence Review report to seek formal approval from the Great Council of Chiefs for the use

Dialogue-Fiji

24 days ago

Defence Review Report : Explore a common name, update the RFMF Act, and Police to update the Police Act 1965

The Fiji National Security and Defence Review report has recommended that the country should explore a common name for Fiji citizens so as to promote social cohesion, eng

RFMF Police Feature

24 days ago

Migrating overseas did not stop Chandra and family from celebrating Diwali

As we approach Diwali, an Indo-Fijian family living in Canada is missing the way they used to celebrate Diwali in Fiji. Former Fiji resident Sharin Chandra, who now re

Diwali

24 days ago

Punjas launch new biscuit, Zeera Bites, ahead of Diwali

Punjas have launched their new biscuit called Zeera Bites for their customers to enjoy this Diwali. Punjas says these savoury crackers, packed with the goodness of cum

Diwali

24 days ago

Bonus payout of $6 million for Pine landowners

Pine landowners in Fiji will be sharing a bonus payout of $6 million from the Fiji Pine Limited which will also assist Mataqali members in planning their projects in vari

Environment

24 days ago

Trust in RFMF is low due to involvement in coup and human rights abuses – NDSR Report

The trust in our security forces has eroded over the years following each coup and the 2013 Constitution has not helped restore trust by widening the mandate of the RFMF

RFMF Government Feature

24 days ago

Passengers from LP 11 safely rescued

The passengers and crew of the vessel Lomaiviti Princess 11 have been rescued and have safely reached Levuka. The vessel struck a reef while on its way from Natovi to

Transport Feature

24 days ago

Cabinet endorses Health National Adaptation Plan

The Cabinet has endorsed the Health National Adaptation Plan. The Health National Adaptation Plan is the Fiji health sector’s response to the health impacts of clima

Government

24 days ago

Kings Rd to be temporarily closed this Sunday from 2pm to 10pm

People living along the Kings Highway are advised that there will be a temporarily road closure this Sunday from 2pm to 10pm. The Fiji Roads Authority says this includ

Roads FRA

24 days ago

Any drug dealers found in Kalabu will be given a 7-day eviction notice

The people of Kalabu are standing their ground and taking matters into their own hands to safeguard their community from the harmful effects of drugs, as they have set do

Nasinu

24 days ago

Goundar Shipping working to recover LP 11 after running aground on the reef close to Levuka

The Goundar Shipping Services are trying to recover the vessel Lomaiviti Princess 11, which was grounded this morning on a reef close to Levuka while it was on its way fr

Transport Feature

24 days ago

Kings Rd to be temporarily closed this Sunday from 2pm to 10pm

Kings Road will be temporarily closed this Sunday from 2pm to 10pm, along the Suva-bound lanes from Nakasi Road junction to the Adi Lady Davila Road junction. The Fiji

Roads FRA

24 days ago

Residents urge SCC to take action as Nasese foreshore litter an eyesore

Residents and regular users of the Nasese foreshore are raising concerns about the increasing amount of rubbish along the Nasese towards the Suva shoreline, calling it a

Environment SCC

25 days ago

Tui Nawaka Ratu Joeli confirms he and Tui Nadi have not jumped ships

Tui Nawaka Ratu Joeli Bulu has disputed the claims made by the President of SODELPA Ba/West/Yasawa Constituency Seremaia Tuiteci on certain media outlets that he and the

iTaukei-Culture Feature

25 days ago

Tikoduadua to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight

Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. You can watch the Straight Talk interview live on o

Straight-Talk

25 days ago

Parliamentary Speaker Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu is a nominee for President

Parliamentary Speaker, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu Na Gone Turaga Bale na Tui Cakau, has been formally endorsed by the Parliamentary Caucus of the People’s Alliance for nom

Government Feature Parliament

25 days ago

22/10/2024

Discussions focus on development in the global economy

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Professor Biman Prasad met with the First Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, Professor Gita Gopina

Economy

25 days ago

Report states that commercial sexual exploitation of children has occurred in Fiji

Commercial sexual exploitation of children has occurred in Fiji, Cook Islands, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Vanuatu, and there have been several s

Drugs

25 days ago

Cabinet approves review of Mahogany Industry Development Act 2010 and Mahogany Industry Act 2011

Cabinet has approved the review of the Mahogany Industry Development Act 2010 and Mahogany Industry (Licensing And Branding) Act 2011. The Mahogany Industry Taskforc

Mahogany

25 days ago

95% of the cost of the 55 member Fiji delegation going to COP 29 will be funded externally - Prof. Prasad

Fiji is sending a 55-member delegation to the COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan next month. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad confirmed t

COP29

25 days ago

RFNS Puamau to be replaced - Tikoduadua

The $18 million Navy vessel, RFNS Puamau which was was donated by Australia, and is damaged beyond repair after running aground in Lau just a month after being commission

Navy

25 days ago

Fiji FA donates $32,819 to WOWS Kids Fiji

Fiji Football Association has donated $32,819 to WOWS Kids Fiji as part of their aid in the fight against childhood cancer in Fiji. In a statement, Fiji FA says the fu

Fiji-FA Assistance

25 days ago

Report reveals need for Govt institutions to build trust between people and those who are supposed to serve them – Tikoduadua

One of the biggest observations that has come out in the National Security and Defence Review Report is how to build trust between the Fijians and the people that are sup

Government Feature

25 days ago

Government doing very little to address longstanding grievances of students and staff at USP - Chaudhry

I’m amazed that the government of Fiji is doing very little to bring closure to this longstanding grievance of students and staff at the USP. This was highlighted by

USP FLP Feature

25 days ago

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs named in 7 new lawsuits; other celebrities allegedly involved

Seven new civil lawsuits have been filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs, including two from accusers who say they were minors at the time they were allegedly drugged and

World-News

25 days ago

Sairusi Ceinaturaga remanded in the case of the death of a 1-year-old boy in Cunningham

Sairusi Ceinaturaga, who allegedly caused the death of a one-year-old boy in Cunningham last week, has been remanded in custody. He appeared before Suva Magistrate Kr

Court Police

25 days ago

Sakoca residents call for Police patrols

Residents of the new subdivision in Sakoca are urging the police to increase security in their neighborhood following a surge in theft cases over the past month. Presi

Police

25 days ago

About 11,000 North Korean soldiers are being trained in Russia, Ukrainian officials claim

North Korea allegedly sending soldiers to Russia would create a new dimension to the war in Ukraine, an expert says. It comes after Ukrainian officials released a vide

abc-news

25 days ago

21 players tested positive for drugs at IDC tournament

21 players have tested positive for drugs at the 2024 FMF Inter District Championship at Churchill Park in Lautoka. Fiji Football Association CEO, Mohammed Yusuf says

Feature Police IDC Drugs

25 days ago

We must ensure our children’s education is prioritised at USP – Radrodro

As we enter the third day of the USP workers’ strike, Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro confirms that he has asked the USP Council for an update on the direction t

USP-Strike Government Education Feature

26 days ago

21/10/2024

150 drug cases and 118 cases of sexual offences recorded in September

150 drug cases have been recorded in September this year. Police say of the 150 cases recorded, 140 were related to the unlawful possession of illicit drugs and 10 cas

Drugs

26 days ago

It’s unfortunate certain members of media resorted to racist tropes relating to members of PM’s security detail - Tuwere

The Fiji High Commission in New Zealand says it’s unfortunate that certain members of the media have resorted to racist tropes in reference to the pictures of two New Z

New-Zealand

26 days ago

Termite infestation in Lautoka, Nadi, Ba, Rakiraki, Tavua, Nakasi and Labasa - Kiran

Termite infestation has become a major problem for the people of Fiji, with Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection and co-chair of the Termite Taskf

Biosecurity

26 days ago

75 megalitres needed for Tamavua Water Treatment Plant, seawater intrusion at Savura doesn’t help - Soderberg

The Tamavua Water Treatment Plant needs 75 megalitres of water per day to run normally, however if there is seawater intrusion at the Savura intake in Wailoku then there

WAF

26 days ago

People owe $29.1M in water rate arrears to WAF

People owe $29.1 million in water rate arrears to the Water Authority of Fiji, and the Authority is urging customers to ensure their bills are paid on time so that water

WAF Feature

26 days ago

Classes disrupted during second day of strike at USP

A few classes have been disrupted at the University of the South Pacific as about 186 staff members continued on strike today. This was highlighted by the USP Staff Un

USP-Strike Feature Education

26 days ago

28% rise in overall crime rate in September compared to the same period last year

The overall crime rate increased by 28 percent during the month of September when compared to the same period last year. Acting Commissioner of Police Sakeo Raikaci co

Police Feature

26 days ago

Consultation engages local community and stakeholders in shaping Taveuni’s Waste Management plan

Close to 70 participants representing government, tourism industry, development partners, the private sector and the local community gathered in Taveuni to provide thei

PRF Environment

26 days ago

Any vessel registration to Fiji should meet legislated requirements - MSAF

Any vessel seeking registration in the country will undergo a thorough evaluation and must meet all legislated requirements under the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji.

MSAF

26 days ago

65-year-old woman celebrates Diwali with underprivileged people after husband’s passing

As we approach Diwali, a 65-year-old woman from Lokia Nausori, shares her story of how she celebrates her Diwali with people in old age homes and children living on the s

Diwali Hindu-Festival

26 days ago

Teacher encourages organic farming practices for healthier living

Jonasa Ratuagone, a school teacher by profession, is encouraging people to practice organic farming in order to live healthier lives. Ratuagone, who was awarded the Cl

Education Agriculture

26 days ago

6 Police officers charged for criminal offences last month

6 police officers were charged last month with offences such as abuse of office, assault causing actual bodily harm, obtaining a financial advantage by deception, unlawfu

Police

26 days ago

Man in 30s charged with the alleged death of a 1-year-old boy

A man in his 30s has been charged with causing the alleged death of a 1-year-old boy in Cunningham. Police say they were alerted by medical officials at the CWM Hospit

Court Police Feature

26 days ago

8% increase in crime against children in September, with 15% domestic-related

Crime against children continues to be a concern for the Fiji Police Force, with Police recording an 8 percent increase in September. Acting Commissioner of Police Sak

Police Crime Feature

26 days ago

More than 15% of people living with disability have never attended school - Kiran

Concerning statistics have been revealed about people living with disability, with more than 15 percent having never attended school, about 51 percent accessing secondary

Social-Welfare Government Feature

26 days ago

No comments from USP, USP Council and Radrodro as USP strike continues today

As the striking members of the Association of the University of the South Pacific Staff and the USP Staff Union continue their strike today, USP, the USP Council and the

Feature USP-Strike

27 days ago

20/10/2024

Residents of Nukubuco Settlement have had no water for 1 week now

Residents of Nukubuco Settlement, along Khalsa Rd are pleading with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka to help them as they have not had water in their taps for one week now.

Water Feature

27 days ago

Eco Guardians empower youths to advocate for a pollution-free future

The Eco Guardians Fiji organization advocates for a pollution-free environment, with youths playing a key role as community change-makers. Chief Executive Officer Joan

Youth

27 days ago

Cases of unlawful possession of illicit drugs registered daily – ACP Driu

18 reports were registered from the 18th till today from all five divisions, including a farm where plants believed to be marijuana were uprooted. Assistant Commission

Drugs

27 days ago

Build resilience across health facilities, food and water security to withstand climate change impacts – DPM Prasad

We need to build resilience across our health centres and medical facilities; we have to deliver food and water security that can withstand the both current and future cl

Government

27 days ago

Fiji needs to secure a new collective climate finance goal – Pro. Prasad

We face an uphill battle and the ongoing struggle to secure a new collective climate finance goal, crucial for developing nations, despite years of negotiations, major di

Government

27 days ago

Students encouraged to be job creators not seekers

Students should be encouraged to become job creators rather than job seekers when they leave school. Marist Champagnat Institute Principal Mereoni Matanitobua highligh

Education

27 days ago

Sanatan followers must achieve spiritual and cultural growth for the entire community

Sanatan followers must come together, setting aside differences to achieve spiritual and cultural growth for the entire community. This was highlighted by Year 10 stud

Religion

27 days ago

Fijian diaspora celebrates Fiji Day in New Zealand

The Fijian diaspora living in New Zealand celebrated Fiji Day with a full traditional ceremony accorded to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, followed by traditional and con

Government New-Zealand Fiji-Day

27 days ago

Fiji needs to scale up investments in climate resilient infrastructure – Ro Filipe

Like any other Pacific Small Island Developing State, Fiji faces significant challenges in climate financing mobilisation to scale up its prioritised investments in clim

Government Feature

27 days ago

Air New Zealand flight from Wellington to Sydney lands after bomb threat, emergency services stood down

An Air New Zealand flight from Wellington landed at Sydney Airport last night following reports of a bomb threat on board. The aircraft – flight NZ247 – left from

World-News

28 days ago

19/10/2024

Bati loses to Kumuls 22-10

The PNG Kumuls has defeated the Vodafone Fiji Bati 22-10 in the first Pacific Rugby League Bowl Championship match. The Kumuls dominated the first half of the match sc

Pacific-Rugby-League Feature

28 days ago

Water disruption did not last 7 days and patients were not using the bushes – Min of Health

The water disruption at Navua Hospital did not last 7 days as reported by the media and neither were patients using the bushes to carry out their ‘business.’ The M

Health Feature

28 days ago

Two athletes die at World Triathlon Championships in Spain

Two triathletes have died after they collapsed during the world championships in Spain. World Triathlon has confirmed the pair were from from Mexico and Great Britain.

World-News

28 days ago

Free Education Grant delay impacts classroom teaching - Manumanunitoga

Fiji Teachers Association General Secretary Paula Manumanunitoga says when the grants are not released on time, the heads of schools have to fork out money from their poc

FTA Education

28 days ago

Moce Sec students receive provisional offer letters from FNU

Six Year 13 students from Moce Secondary School received provisional offer letters from Fiji National University (FNU) during the Careers Expo held at their school in the

FNU

28 days ago

Ratabacaca family urges youth to embrace farming

The sacrifices and dedication of the Ratabacaca family have led to them receiving the National Farmers Award, at the Farmers Awards Night held at Central Cuisine in Suva.

Agriculture

28 days ago

Coastal erosion and sea water intrusion identified at Vunaniu Village

Vunaniu Village in Serua is heavily affected by coastal erosion and sea water intrusion. Locally Managed Marine Area Network Fiji Program Coordinator, Inoke Tuiwa

Climate-Change

28 days ago

My allegiance is unshakable - Saukuru

My allegiance is unshakable, and I will not be swayed by whispers or backdoor schemes. This is the message shared by Minister for Youth and Sports, Jese Saukuru after

Government Feature

28 days ago

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