It was a proud moment for 24-year-old Ratu Anare Roraqoca Davetanivalu from Nairukuruku, Naitasiri, as he became the first lawyer in his family during the University of t
To combat the increasing typhoid rate in Fiji, the Fiji National University has joined forces with the Ministry of Health to support a Typhoid Vaccination Campaign in the
Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard says employers look at all costs across the business and not just wages or minimum wage alone as skills crisis a
The ongoing riverbank erosion in Vunaqoru village in Navosa is a challenge that the villagers are facing and they are now living in fear that their village will soon be r
The Papua New Guinean government has shut down the social media platform Facebook, in what it describes as a test to mitigate hate speech, misinformation, pornography and
Police is urging people to report incidents of drunkards loitering in public places so that necessary actions can be pursued immediately.
This comes as concerns are be
The South Pacific Stock Exchange has appointed Lorraine Seeto as an Independent Director of the Board.
SPX says Seeto has a distinguished track record in the financial
Fiji could have a shortage of cement for the next two to three months as Pacific Cement Limited has temporarily ceased cement production due to a mill breakdown earlier t
9 senior students of Queen Victoria School who inflicted corporal punishment to Year 9 and 10 students, have been counselled by the Substance Abuse Advisory Council and
A suspect has been questioned and released following the discovery of Winchester bullets in a house in Matalevu, Tavua. Assistant Commissioner of Police Crime, Mesake W
Two trusted insiders are among three New South Wales men sentenced to a combined maximum of 15 years and nine months imprisonment for attempting to import 100kg of cocain
Forty-one newly admitted lawyers were reminded of their duty to uphold justice, act with integrity and maintain the highest ethical standards.
Speaking during the swea
335 nurse interns will begin an 18-month training program, a crucial step in their professional development.
The interns are currently attending a one-week induction c
Concerns have been raised by frustrated patients and families over the poor service and deteriorating conditions at the Valelevu Health Centre, with calls for immediate a
Child abuse remains a concerning issue in Fiji, with alarming statistics revealing that about 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 5 boys have experienced physical or sexual abuse.
The Fiji Police Force is acknowledging the New Zealand Police for supporting them in their efforts to ensure robust and effective policing systems are in place to combat
The Fiji-Papua New Guinea Business Mission 2025 is an opportunity for several sectors to come together to strengthen the economic ties between the two countries and open
Disney's live-action version of the classic fairy tale Snow White has topped the North American box office chart despite a slew of underwhelming reviews.
The movie has
A memorable day for the Fiji Navy as their L-class ship RFNS Lautoka departed Suva Harbour for the last time, towed by RFNS Timo, to be scuttled.
The vessel, which ser
Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s coach Osea Kolinisau is receiving great response from the players and they know what is expected of them going into this weekend’s HSBC
The musical collaboration between Fijian singer Sumeet Tappoo and ‘bhajan samrat’ Anup Jalota on their album 'Legacy' has succeeded since its release.
The album in
Rising seas threaten coastal and island communities, with the UN highlighting risks for low-lying regions in India, Bangladesh, China, the Netherlands and Pacific and Ind
Following serious concerns raised by residents of Navua about drunkards standing beside the RARS Supermarket entrance and asking for money and abusing people last night,
As Fiji’s Local Government Elections approach, Minister for Local Government, Maciu Nalumisa, is working closely with the Electoral Commission to ensure a smooth and tr
Students in the interior of Vanua Levu will no longer have to spend hours looking for connectivity in the mountains as Telecom Fiji has completed the Northern Fibre Conne
Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa has clearly warned Fijian Elections Office staff that compromising their ethics and professionalism will have severe repercussions,
A retired ship captain with 39 years of experience, Savenaca Kadave took the stand as a defence witness in the trial of Tevita Kapawale, who is accused of murdering five
Students in the interior of Vanua Levu will no longer have to spend hours looking for connectivity in the mountains as Telecom Fiji has completed the Northern Fibre Conne
The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association is supporting the Land Transport Authority in the implementation of trial measures to tackle traffic congestion along the Suva-Naus
Canterbury are fully aware there are few men in the NRL who can play like Viliame Kikau and Matt Burton but that's exactly why the Bulldogs are sure they've got the code
A constitutional motion filed by the lawyers for former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho, will be heard on the 11th of nex
Exciting news for people in Suva as the Fiji Fringe Festival 2025 is set to take over the city from this Saturday to next Saturday and showcase the incredible talents of
Blues coach Vern Cotter has described the result against the Crusaders in round 7 of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific as disappointing and says they are hating it.
Drivers are advised to plan their journey as the Fiji Roads Authority will be closing Fletcher Road between Statham Road and Laucala Bay Road this weekend to facilitate t
The upgrade of the Suva Bus Stand is expected to continue for a few more months due to delays caused by inconsistent weather conditions.
Suva City Council Acting CEO a
The house in Matalevu, Tavua where Winchester bullets were discovered, was not vacant when items were seized.
Winchester carries a variety of component bullets for bot
The Women Invigorating the Nation Convention 2025 is set to take place this Friday and Saturday at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva.
This year’s theme, “Championing
Former Water Authority of Fiji engineer, Mohammed Shafraaz Ali has been convicted of bribery and sentenced to 18 months with a non-parole period of 12 months.
Ali was
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Coach, Glen Jackson is disappointed after their 52-15 loss to the Force in Perth last night, as he stated that it seemed like the boys were on
The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza says more than 50,000 people have been killed by Israel's bombardment and invasion of the Gaza Strip.
ABC News say the Pales
Good news as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad led a government delegation to rural Nausori and Tailevu to assess infrastructure cha
The Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Women went down fighting 47-31 against the Western Force in round 4 of the Super W competition.
The Drua started strong with a try to K
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua lost to the Western Force 52-15 in round 6 of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific.
The Force showed their dominance in the first half,
Laughter, music and bursts of colours filled My Suva Park as more than 250 people came together to celebrate Holi today, the festival of colors.
The event was organise
Students of Ratu Kadavulevu School received new computers worth more than $36,000 that will boost their educational tools to assist in their school work.
The handover
Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Women’s Coach Ifereimi Rawaqa says decision making will be critical tonight when they take on the Western Force in round 4 of the Super W co
With just an hour or so to go before the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua take on the Force, coach Glen Jackson says they need to play Drua style rugby.
Jackson stated this
A Heavy Rain Warning from Severe Thunderstorms is now in force for Western, Southern and interior Viti Levu from the greater Nadi area, interior of Nadroga/Navosa, Sigato
The Operation Sasamaki team based in Kadavu had successfully seized more than 31,000 marijuana plants in the tikina of Ono earlier this week.
Commissioner of Police Ru
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Coach Glen Jackson says it is going to be a battle of the breakdowns tonight just like the last four weeks for them.
Jackson stated this to
Pope Francis will be discharged from Rome's Gemelli hospital today and will need at least two months of rest at the Vatican.
The 88-year-old was admitted to the hospit
A 10,000-litre water tank has been provided to assist 37 families who have been continuously facing water issues on a daily basis in Wailoku.
The Deputy Prime Minister
Salanieta Rawalai’s dedication to uplift the lives of children and youths in Namara District in Tailevu has paid off as she was awarded the Tailevu Provincial Council s
The newly inducted Head Boy of Natabua High School, Netani Solo Kepa, aims to raise awareness and educate his peers on the risks associated with drugs.
While speaking
The Central Bureau of Investigation has closed the case of actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death, ruling out any foul play and confirming that the actor took his own life.
Australian singer, songwriter, and television personality Delta Goodrem was jamming at the InterContinental Fiji Resort and Spa last night.
InsideOut frontman Apakuki
The vehicle that overturned along Waimanu Road, close to Boron Road this morning has been cleared.
An eye witness says there were no serious injuries to those who were
At least three people are dead and another 15 injured in a devastating mass shooting at a park in New Mexico.
A 16-year-old boy and two aged 19 were among the victims
The RFMF Commander Major-General Ro Jone Kalouniwai commended the Territorial Force Brigade leadership and personnel for the exceptional execution of the 6th and 8th FIR
Conor McGregor will run for the Irish presidency in elections later this year, the controversial former fighter said on Thursday, as he announced his candidacy for the la
Nadogo beat Seaqaqa 3-2 while Dreketi secured a 2-1 victory over Bua in the 2025 Extra Senior League Playoff at Subrail Park today.
While speaking to fijivillage News,
Sugarcane farmers in the country are facing a critical challenge as 35 percent of cultivable land remains unused.
A large portion of this land—about 20 percent—is
Krishneel Deo’s journey from a small poultry farm to an integrated agribusiness owner has created employment opportunities for 50 people, with more expected as the busi
We can end Tuberculosis, but only if we stand together.
That is the message from Subdivisional Medical Officer Nadi, Dr Amos Zibran to community health workers during
Heavyweight boxing legend George Foreman has passed away at the age of 76.
Foreman is one of the most influential and recognizable boxers of all time.
Foreman, who
Members of the RFMF Strategic Headquarters took some time out of their busy schedules and carried out community work at the National Council for Persons with Disabilities
Several flights have now taken off from London’s Heathrow Airport after it was completely shut down following a power outage due to a nearby fire. It has led to massive
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua/Namosi through Navua to Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri and Ra, Cakaudrove and Southern Bua,
Racial discrimination has no place in our society and as law students and future lawyers, it is our duty to advocate for equality, uphold the rule of law and ensure that
The Fiji Taxi Association is calling on all taxi drivers not to use their mobile phones while driving, and drivers committing this offence should be taken to task.
Thi
After more than a decade of abandonment, a once-idle sugarcane farm in Wainikoro, Labasa, has been transformed into a thriving agricultural hub, demonstrating that with t
Despite their ongoing fight for justice, the people of the Marshall Islands today marked Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day, honouring survivors and raising awareness of the
Ratu Asiveni Dawai, the son of the late Ratu Isireli Rokomatu Namulo, is grateful to FA and Company Law firm and the Fa family for not giving up on them in their battle f
We cannot and must not allow discrimination to exist in our homes, workplaces, or institutions.
Those were the words of Attorney General, Graham Leung as he spoke to p
In 1987, 2000, 2006 we experienced some racial incidents, and some of the worst riots in our history took place. Our country was sorely tested at times. We came close to
133 newly inducted prefects of Natabua High School have been reminded that being a prefect is not just about wearing the badge, it’s about embodying the values of the s
People in the Northern Division may not have to worry about medicine shortage after the opening of Labasa Divisional Hospital Warehouse Tolu in Siberia Road, Labasa by t
Police Commissioner, Rusiate Tudravu says there was no equipment found to indicate the manufacturing of illicit substances, as per suspicion that there was a drug lab in
A Fijian national has been taken into Samoan police custody following the discovery of illicit drugs and related paraphernalia at the Faleolo Regional Airport in Apia .
Two men are currently admitted to CWM Hospital following an accident involving a truck and a SUV in Raiwaqa.
The accident occurred in front of the Raiwaqa Police Stati
A former Eminem studio engineer has been charged with stealing the Detroit rapper’s unreleased music and selling it online.
Investigators say more than 25 songs have
Timoci Matanimeke, who allegedly murdered a man in Samabula during an attempted robbery on Christmas Eve in 2023 has been further remanded for Pre Trial Conference on 26t
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has called for an international day to recognise the history and struggles of indentured Indian labo
Fiji continues to grapple with issues of racial discrimination and inequality, with increasing worry about so many people leaving the country and around 100,000 have left
Litia Marama Matia has been recognized for her exceptional commitment to recycling advocacy during during the Global Recycling Day celebrations and has been presented the
A police officer has been charged for stealing and allegedly using her authority to aid the commission of an offence committed by her family members with regards to the r
Mariah Carey has been cleared of copyright infringement in a case over her 1994 Christmas staple, All I Want for Christmas is You.
In a ruling a US judge rejected the
Two Fiji Corrections Service officers have been dismissed following their involvement in a drug-related incident uncovered during a recent police operation.
During a r
There is no camp situation for the contracted players of the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua and Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua as they have to report to work most days at the Dr
A flash flood alert is now in force for all low lying and flash flood prones areas for Western half of Viti Levu including Korolevu, Sigatoka, Nadi, Lautoka, Ba up to Rak
Fiji has officially launched a review of the country’s electoral laws, marking a significant step toward strengthening the nation’s democratic framework.
The refor
18 Police officers allegedly involved in the death of Richard Mock are still on duty and Police are still investigating the case.
This has been highlighted by the Comm
As the review process of the three electoral laws begin today, Supervisor of Elections Ana Mataiciwa says they have made submissions to remove powers of the Supervisor th
Oral health issues not only have an impact on the mouth but also on the mental well-being of a person.
This was highlighted by Head of the School of Dentistry, Dr Osea
Fiji has officially launched a review of the country’s electoral laws, marking a significant step toward strengthening the nation’s democratic framework.
The refor
If anyone is found with drugs in the Province of Cakaudrove, they must leave the province immediately.
The President and Turaga Bale na Tui Cakau Ratu Naiqama Lalabala
The Fiji Police Force is currently formulating a policy to allow random drug testing of police officers.
Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu says drug tests are cur
35 iTaukei Land Trust Board tenants who have failed to settle their rent arrears will have their water and electricity disconnected as tltb has secured court orders.
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More than 55 communities in the Western Division will benefit from the government's Multi-Ethnic Grant, which aims to support local development projects, including infras
Rain is expected to continue across the country throughout the weekend.
The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure is affecting the eastern half of the coun
The first women’s game of the 49th Fiji Bitter Marist 7s has been temporarily put on hold until the weather clears in Suva.
Officials stopped the game between Maris
The Tui Cakau and President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has urged the chiefly leaders within the Cakaudrove Province to take the first step in openly addressing the national
Police are seeking assistance in identifying a man who was found floating in the Elevuka Creek in Ba on Monday.
A 50-year-old fisherman made the discovery and alerted
As police investigations continue into the skeletons found near a resort in Sigatoka, Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has ruled out the fact the bones were recently p
A family is still coming to terms after losing their 8-year-old son in a tragic accident on the Dreketi Highway near Basikalave Settlement yesterday afternoon.
Year 3
Concerns have been raised about the possibility of more vessels carrying illegal arms and ammunition, especially with the lack of efficient maritime surveillance in Fiji.
If you thought Fiji had set records in the world of constitutional law, you would be wrong.
We have a long way to got to match the Dominican Republic who have had in t
From the humble beginnings inspired by Blessed Anne-Marie’s vision, to the vibrant community that thrives today, Saint Joseph’s Secondary School has been a beacon of
Some drug kingpins have been identified and the Fiji Police Force has seized more than three tonnes of marijuana during their operations from the 1st to the 14th of March
27-year-old Edward Nand who has been charged with the murder of Afroz Khan between November 27th and December 12th last year will have his charges consolidated with his c
Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Head Coach Ifereimi Rawaqa has backed Kolora Lomani to call the shots at fly-half in this weekend’s crunch match against the Western Force i
The Government aims to reduce the debt level to 75 percent in the next two years.
This has been highlighted by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Profe
Village Roadshow Entertainment Group, the film production company behind franchises such as The Matrix, the Joker and Ocean's has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U
Two NASA astronauts stuck onboard the International Space Station since June 2024 finally arrived back on Earth this morning, more than nine months after the failure of B
People using the Naboutolu Bridge in Ba are encouraged to adhere strictly to the posted signs and follow the instructions as it will temporarily restricted along Qerelevu
A Year 3 student has tragically lost his life in an accident in Dreketi in Vanua Levu while returning from school yesterday afternoon.
Eyewitnesses say the school van
One gun and 600 ammunition were seized through a joint operation by Police, Fiji Revenue and Customs Service and Fiji Navy on a vessel in Viti Levu waters yesterday.
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The overall crime rate increased by 18 percent last month compared to the same period last year.
Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu highlighted this while giving an u
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death, yet many cases are preventable with the right knowledge and lifestyle choices.
Dr. Srikar Miryala, a cardiolo
President and Tui Cakau Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has encouraged traditional leaders to engage with their people and ensure that families are well-informed about the social
An average of 6 fire fatalities per year were recorded by the National Fire Authority since 2016.
While highlighting the second fire fatality for this year, which occu
Super Rugby Pacific Chief Executive Jack Mesley has revealed that there is a possibility of a Super Round to be held in Fiji which could be dubbed the “Bula Round”.
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