In a bold move to provide comprehensive, broad and quality higher education to the maritime areas of Fiji starting in Levuka, the University of Fiji has opened its office
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo, has refuted claims made by Fiji Times suggesting that the people of Namosi will reject any mining development
12-year-old Samisoni Tagilala, who saved 14 people from drowning while travelling to Tavanuku in Lau, is one of 14 children recognised during UN World Children’s Day.
US President-elect Donald Trump says he wants to end daylight saving time, arguing it is inconvenient and very costly to Americans.
In a post on his platform Truth Soc
62 driver licenses have been cancelled and 21 driver licenses suspended by the Land Transport Authority of Fiji so far this year as they intensify their commitment to roa
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission has applauded the Coalition Government’s decision to ban the use of Ferris wheels as a form of public entertain
We need to enhance our service and relationship with the people of Fiji and aim to continue the Reconciliation and Restoration Program early next year while strengthening
Escaped remandee Kilioni Nayavadrega who is charged with murder, is still at large as police are following some leads.
Nayavadrega, who escaped from Saint Giles Hospit
A man and a woman have died in a tragic accident this morning where the driver was allegedly heavily intoxicated.
Police confirm that at about 2am this morning, on Que
FICAC today confirms that a break-in did occur at its Headquarters two months ago, however, the claims circulating on social media about missing files are false.
Upon
The Yavusa of Munia in Vanuabalavu, Lau gathered today to raise funds in support of their efforts to purchase their island back.
The Turaga ni Koro of Yavea, Etuate U
Attorney General, Graham Leung confirms he has 30 Bills pending to be presented in Parliament which will now include a reviewed Information Act.
Leung reveals they als
The Lautoka High Court has granted the State’s application for the destruction of the $2 billion worth of methamphetamine.
This is in relation to the case of Justin
Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa has today revealed that she was only prompted to lodge the complaint against FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali after Mataiciwa r
Police have confirmed that they are currently investigating a complaint filed against FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali by Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa.
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The future of Fiji's children is set to shine brighter with the introduction of the new Early Childhood Development Policy.
While speaking at the official launch of th
Telecom Fiji has partnered with Advantage New Zealand to enhance its cybersecurity product portfolio through a Managed Detection and Response service powered by SentinelO
Leader of the Opposition, Inia Seruiratu says FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali must resign or be suspended until the investigation against her is over.
Seruiratu s
Police have confirmed that they are currently investigating a complaint filed against FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali by Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa.
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As we strive to protect our marine ecosystem from the impact of development, the residents of Tamavua-i-Wai, Fiji Roads Authority, JICA and the Ministry of Forestry have
Residents of Velovelo Temple Road, Lautoka, are celebrating a reliable 24/7 water supply after more than a decade of intermittent service and water carting struggles.
A 62-year-old man from Sigatoka has passed away in a road accident early this morning.
Police say at around 1am, the 62-year-old was driving along Queens Road at Korom
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has reported a net revenue collection totaling $1.169 billion at the end of the first four months of the 2024-2025 fiscal year, exce
There were no injuries or fatalities reported in the ferris wheel accident at the Wairiki 7s in Taveuni.
The National Occupational Health and Safety Service of the Emp
Fiji is ranked 111th out of the 140 countries with laws on the right to information, and based on this a lot of work has to be done to ensure the right to information gua
Water supply has been restored at the CWM Hospital.
fijivillage News has been alerted that supply is inconsistent at the hospital every week, and this is affecting the
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has announced the banning of all ferris wheel operations until further notice in the country after the recent incident at the Wairiki 7s.
Losing that game in those final seconds against France is hard but it is a valuable way to learn never the less.
This was highlighted by Fiji Airways National Men’s
Kunaal Ravineet Singh was full of joy as all his hard work paid off after he received a gold medal at the Fiji National University graduation ceremony.
The goal medal
A former civil servant based at the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Accounts and his wife have been remanded in custody for abuse of office for personal gain and aiding
Students in Fiji and abroad now have improved access to education and opportunities as the University of Fiji and the University of Bradford inaugurated a Peace Garden i
The Fiji Bula Boys were held to a 1-1 draw by Vanuatu in their opening match of the MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Solomon Islands.
Dave Radrigai missed a crucial penal
Education is not just about gaining knowledge for personal growth but a powerful tool that can be used to gain knowledge and contribute to the betterment of the society.
Pierre Tastet is the new Chief Executive Officer for BRED Bank Fiji.
The BRED Bank board of directors say Tastet brings a wealth of experience, having held multiple se
Police are currently looking for remand prisoner Kilioni Nayavadrega after he escaped from Saint Giles Hospital.
They say he is a danger to members of the public.
P
The CWM Hospital is once again without water as staff are handing out water bottles to patients.
Questions are being asked about whether the hospital has a backup wate
23-year-old Rhea Ranisha Prakash from Varadoli, Ba has triumphed over life’s challenges to achieve a significant milestone, graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce in Ac
Attorney General Graham Leung says he is confident the Information Act will be operationalized by the first quarter of 2025 as it enhances transparency and accountability
CEO of the Fiji Hotel & Tourism Association, Fantasha Lockington has expressed concerns about Fiji’s heavy reliance on imported produce, which now accounts for 60 p
The Fiji Correction Services (FCS) continues its commitment to eradicating illicit drug smuggling in prison facilities, with another significant discovery made early this
Police are seeking assistance in locating 24-year-old Paulini Ruci and her one-year-old daughter, Litia Vudeiwai who have been reported missing at the Valelevu Police Sta
A man who was injured alongside his workmate while working at the Fijian Holdings Limited Tower construction site last month has passed away.
This has been confirmed b
Police are appealing to members of the public on the whereabouts of Cathy Tuirabe and Viliame Colowaliku.
Police say the two are on a bench warrant for the case in rel
As the festive season approaches there is a high possibility of an increase in HIV cases, serving as a reminder for everyone to prioritize their health and take necessary
Millions of social media users worldwide were surprised to find themselves locked out of their Facebook accounts this morning.
Many were greeted by a message explainin
971 graduates from the College of Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences have been reminded to carry not only intellectual expertise but also compassion, empathy, and a c
Good news for the people in Lautoka the extension at the Punjas Medical Centre has brought upgraded healthcare to the community.
While speaking at the event, a represe
Efforts are now underway to finally implement the Information Act 2018 in the country, and to also have an Accountability and Transparency Commission and Code of Conduct
As road accidents continue to rise in Fiji, the National Fire Authority has taken a proactive step to expand its services by launching a new Paramedics and Ambulance Depa
White powder, marijuana, suki, touch screen mobile phones and mobile batteries have been confiscated by the Fiji Corrections Service during a routine sweep search at the
The High Court will rule whether the amendments in the Electoral Registration of Voters Amendment Act and the Interpretation Act in 2021 that required women to change th
The High Court has revealed that two accused persons in the $2 billion methamphetamine bust case, Cathy Tuirabe and Viliame Colawaliku who are on bench warrant, have absc
Although the changes have been made to the Electoral Registration of Voters Amendment Act and the Interpretation Act that required women to change their name on the birth
The matter where former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation CEO Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Chief Financial Officer Vimlesh Sagar allegedly initiated five legal proceedings on be
Eight drivers have had their licenses cancelled following the fatal accidents they were involved in.
Land Transport Authority Chief Executive Officer Irimaia Rokosawa
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has launched the Tax Crimes Taskforce, which will review the framework, investigate those not paying their taxes, and determine how t
Residents of Vatuwaqa are expressing outrage after reports surfaced of garlands being stolen after burials at the Vatuwaqa Cemetery in Suva and resold, causing emotional
Great news for the students and staff of Koroqaqa Primary School in Tailevu as BSP Financial Group Limited has delivered infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving the le
We need to be upfront with children about sexuality, sex education, and the need to protect themselves, as well as what it means to say yes and no when it comes to consen
Ratu Eroni Ledua Dina, an esteemed activist and LGBTQI rights advocate from Fiji, has won the Franco-German Human Rights Prize 2024.
Ratu Eroni is a prominent transgen
With Fiji entering the cyclone season and natural disasters such as floods becoming frequent, causing headaches to the supply of clean water to thousands of residents liv
Christmas has come early for Sofi Kuyt, a sweet seller in Savusavu when she was given the keys to a brand new 4 wheel drive Automatic Diesel Turbo vehicle that she won th
The Fiji men’s hockey team continued their strong form on day two of the 2024 Pacific Cup, defeating the Solomon Islands 6-0 in an impressive performance.
Jerokee Mo
A lot more people have to stand up to cyberbullying. People are not standing up to it and if we do not do that, it will continue unfettered.
This call was made by Comm
More than 20,000 patients will benefit from the newly renovated Women’s Washroom Project.
This project was undertaken by the Radisson Blu Management Team which show
Shivika Narayan has fulfilled her late father’s dream after graduating as a nurse from the Sangam Institute Of Technology College Of Nursing and Health Care Education
In the quiet rhythm of Matuku, one of Fiji’s remote islands in the Lau Province, a young boy dreamed big. Uate Tamanikaiyaroi, born and raised amid Fiji’s natural bea
In a bid to tackle the problem of soft plastic waste in the country, the Pacific Recycling Foundation, in partnership with the Australian, New Zealand, and Pacific Island
There are still people in this country who are not safe in their own homes, especially women, girls and children as they are hungry, homeless and treated differently beca
Renowned cultural advocate Letila Mitchell has raised concerns about cultural erosion, emphasizing that traditional communal support structures are breaking down as Pacif
37 students from two schools, Gospel High School from Suva and Ratu Latianara College from Korovisilou graduated from the second cohort of the English Acess Micro-scholar
Team Fiji Swimming has successfully arrived in Budapest for the World Championships and is now settling in after a long journey.
Fiji Swimming says the team members ar
The Fiji Women’s Hockey side is making waves in the 2024 Pacific Cup Hockey Competition after securing two comfortable wins in the first two rounds of the competition t
If we want to tackle drugs we need to tackle HIV.
This has been highlighted by the representative from the Taskforce for Juvenile and Street Kids in Fiji, Olivia Vosa
Look who's talking – hypocrite.
That’s the comment posted by Opposition MP, Mosese Bulitavu regarding Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum after Bulitavu said that in a funny twist
People turned up in numbers to march through Suva City to make their voices heard against injustices and human rights violations in remembrance of World Human Rights Day.
45 offshore earthquakes have occurred in the Savusavu region from Saturday to today.
According to the Mineral Resources Seismology Department, this is mainly in the Wa
As the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence conclude today, Deputy Divisional Police Commander Eastern, Superintendent of Police, Uraia Davu is calling on e
We need to ensure that we capture our true history, make sure everyone's voices are heard and ensure that we value our cultures, traditions and languages - not just base
A suspect is in Police custody at the Lami Police Station following the discovery of marijuana in his vehicle and his home last night.
Police say the suspect was trave
As Fiji celebrates International Anti-Corruption Day, FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimali stresses that civil servants cannot be asking for money, donations, chickens, or
Social media in Fiji is toxic and malignant due to the widespread public shaming culture on a mix of traditional norms and new technology.
This has been highlighted by
In a momentous cultural ceremony, the Yavusa Lemaki of the Vanua o Kabara, Lau, officially handed over the newly constructed Fiji National University (FNU) Nadi Campus
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) has expressed concern over the increasing transportation of drugs via the seafront and is collaborating with the Fiji Indepen
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have arrived in Russia where they have been granted asylum, according to Russian state media.
Assad fled Syria a
Good news for drivers as the Fiji Roads Authority is planning and designing the widening of Queens Road from the Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge to the Suvavou Bridge to four lanes.
Children are increasingly becoming disconnected from their heritage and values as gadgets dominate their lives, affecting their ability to engage in social conversations
The Fiji Medical Association is making an urgent call to the Ministry of Health to declare a HIV outbreak in the country and this recognition will allow for leveraging le
90-year-old Laisiasa Ravolaca, who enjoys selling his produce at the Savusavu Market, is hoping to gain a lot of income this Christmas from selling his produce to assist
Good news for people living on Gau Island as the Fiji Roads Authority has begun the much needed roads works while there are also plans for Moala, Koro, and Vanuabalavu Is
The Ministry for Health is concerned that there is a rising trend of mother-to-child transmission of HIV/AIDS, and this year alone, they have seen multiple new infections
A family has been left homeless after their house was destroyed in a fire near Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School in Nabua last night.
Residents in the area were aler
The Fiji Airways National Men’s 7s side is leading the HSBC SVNS table with 36 points after the second leg of the World Rugby Sevens Series in Cape Town this weekend.
The much-anticipated Savusavu Market is scheduled to open in early next month, providing 200 vendor spaces for sellers from Savusavu and surrounding areas.
Chair of th
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side has finished in 3rd place in the HSBC Cape Town 7s after thrashing Spain 47-10 in the 3rd place playoff this morning to scoop the br
The Fiji Airway Fijiana 7s development side has been crowned the new champions of the 2024 Oceania 7s tournament after beating Samoa Manusina 14-5 in the cup final tonigh
Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s veteran Ana Maria Naimasi broke the hearts of the Brazil Women’s 7s side after scoring the winning try at the stroke of fulltime to help them se
The Crest Fiji Men's Netball team is the champions of the Men's Netball Series after edging Australia Trailblazers 55-54.
The Fiji team had specatators at the edge of
Demonstrating a strong sense of community spirit, the community of Noco in Rewa turned up in numbers to be part of the community clean-up campaign organised by a team of
18-year-old Sisa Saukawa from Wainika, Cakaudrove, Vanua Levu has faced numerous challenges growing up in a remote village, yet his determination and hard work have earne
As Christmas draws closer various faith-based organizations continue to show the reason for the season as acts of mercy and kindness are seen on the streets in Suva with
Bringing cooked food for consumption to coincide with the Christmas festivities for prisoners has been stopped for security reasons.
This is the advice from the Fiji C
Police officers have been reminded that the Police Force has no place for laxity as the law must be allowed to run its course.
While opening the one-day workshop aimed
A man in his 40s has died after the vehicle he was driving veered off the road and went down a hill in Navaga, Navosa.
Director of Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Po
Three former members of Brazil’s Federal Highway Police have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for the torture and death of a Black man held in the boot of their s
The Fiji Football Referees Association celebrated their 70th Anniversary acknowledging the invaluable contributions of its patrons in shaping the sport in the country.
Radio Sargam is spreading joy this festive season with its unique Santa Bhaiyaji promotion, giving listeners a chance to fulfill their Christmas wishes.
Radio Sargam C
Christmas came early for the mataqali Matalevu of Vunitogoloa Village in Ra after receiving $740,000 in lease monies from the Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources.
The power supply at the Sigatoka Hospital has been affected due to a major fault affecting electricity supply.
The Hospital says they are currently using a backup gene
At least four people have died, and three others are injured after explosions rocked a block of flats in The Hague in the Netherlands.
Authorities say firefighters rus
Mark Shaheel Lal, a member of the LGBTQ+ community has courageously come forward to share his journey of living with HIV and says his decision to speak publicly about hi
Two people are in hospital after their vehicles collided head-on yesterday afternoon in Wailoku.
Police say the two were rushed to the CWM hospital, and investigations
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side has booked a Cup semi final showdown against France after escaping the jaws of defeat to overcome Great Britain 17-12 in their final
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