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07/12/2024

Dozens killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza refugee camp, hospital area

At least 63 people have been killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza yesterday, according to medical sources in the besieged enclave, including at least 21 people in a stri

World-News

15 days ago

LTA calls on bus operators and PSV drivers to adhere to LTA Regulations 2000

The Land Transport Authority is calling on bus operators and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) drivers, including those operating omnibuses, minibuses, and carriers, to strict

LTA

15 days ago

Hard work pays off for Labasa Sangam College Dux Shreya Sharma

Hard work, dedication and unwavering support from family and teachers have helped Shreya Ridhima Sharma achieve a proud milestone as the Dux of Labasa Sangam College.

Education

15 days ago

Nuku villager in Lau grateful for government Back-To-School assistance

A mother of eight from Nuku Village on the remote island of Moala in Lau breathes a sign of relief after receiving the government's $200 Back-To-School assistance to help

Education Government

15 days ago

FCCC reviews supply chain for ghee as it comes under price control

Now that the price of ghee will come under price control, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is undertaking a comprehensive review of the supply chain and pro

FCCC Government

15 days ago

Opposition admits shortcomings in tackling drug crisis and calls for independent Narcotics Bureau

Leader of Opposition, Inia Seruitatu says they in the previous government were probably overconfident in what they were doing to tackle the drugs issue and the pending wo

Opposition Feature

15 days ago

Medicinal cannabis will only be for export, not locally sold or used – Kamikamica

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica has stressed that medicinal cannabis will only be for export purposes and will not be available for locals.

Health Government

15 days ago

PM raises concerns about the increase in green yaqona theft

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has raised concerns about the increasing cases of green yaqona thefts and says that the Fiji Police Force is proposing that all yaqona busi

Parliament Government Feature

15 days ago

437 participants attending 26th Attorney General’s Conference in Nadi

437 participants, including legal professionals, academics, and key stakeholders, gather at the Sheraton Fiji Resort & Spa in Denarau for the 26th Attorney General’

Government

15 days ago

Fiji calls on the ICJ to support justice for communities vulnerable to climate change

Fiji is calling on the International Court of Justice, also known as the World Court, to support justice for communities vulnerable to climate change as entire villages h

Government

15 days ago

TikTok set to be banned in the US after losing appeal

TikTok's bid to overturn a law which would see it banned or sold in the US from early 2025 has been rejected. The social media company had hoped a federal appeals cour

World-News

15 days ago

Buluvakaca and Tuidama awarded sportsman and sportswoman of the year for Gospel High

For 15-year-old cousins Napolioni Buluvakaca and Rachel Tuidama, being awarded the Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year at Gospel High School is the culmination of years

Education

15 days ago

17-year-old student commits suicide

A 17-year-old student of a prominent school in Navua has committed suicide. Police confirmed this to fijivillage News this morning and it is alleged that the incident

Feature Suicide

15 days ago

Painting is more than art – it’s the key to supporting my family and empowering Fiji’s youth - Eastgate

40-year-old Jack Eastgate is not just a painter; he is a visionary dedicated to empowering Fiji’s youth through art. Since starting his artistic journey in 2009, Eas

Art

15 days ago

New Community Police Post in Taveuni to address yaqona theft

Good news for the people of Taveuni as the Prime Minister and Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration, Sitiveni Rabuka, informed Parliament that a new Community Police

Parliament Police

15 days ago

06/12/2024

Govt needs to throw in a bit more money to fix the health system - Seruiratu

Leader of Opposition, Inia Seruiratu says the health system is going to be something that the government needs to work on and throw a bit more money to improve it. He

Parliement Health

16 days ago

Govt should tackle the supply and demand chain to tackle drugs in Fiji - Naupoto

The aspect of tackling the drug problem is a deterrent, as studies have shown that it is not the severity of punishment that deters criminal behaviour rather it is the ce

Government Drugs

16 days ago

No detention centre in Fiji, Immigration Ministry must really look into – PM

A shocking revelation has been made by Prime Minister and Minister for Immigration Sitiveni Rabuka, as the number of illegal immigrants into Fiji has doubled within a yea

Immigration

16 days ago

Housing crisis: 200,000 Fijians face overcrowding and poor living conditions

Approximately 200,000 Fijians, roughly 50 percent of the population live in informal settlements and are facing overcrowding and poor living conditions. While deliveri

Parliament

16 days ago

Lautoka launches new recycling hub to combat ocean plastic pollution

The people of Lautoka today celebrated the opening of a new recycling hub, a significant milestone in the effort to combat ocean plastic pollution. Speaking at the eve

PRF

16 days ago

Two alleged drunk men dead after they were hit by a bus while fighting on the road in Naitasiri

Two men aged 21 and 45 years are dead after they were hit by a bus while fighting on the road in Waitolu, Naitasiri. Director of Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Poli

Accident Police Feature

16 days ago

Fijians can now make easier, cheaper and faster payments with new real-time tax system

Taxpayers in Fiji can now enjoy faster, more efficient tax payments with the launch of a real-time e-payment system through a partnership between the Fiji Revenue and Cus

FRCS

16 days ago

Violence against women is a violation of human rights : Sharma

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission says violence against women remains one of the most severe human rights violations, calling for collective action

Human-Rights

16 days ago

Severe thunderstorm warning for Southern and Western half of Viti Levu

A severe thunderstorm warning for heavy rain is now in force for Southern Viti Levu from Serua, Namosi through to Navua, and the Western half of Viti Levu from Rakiraki t

Weather

16 days ago

If a teacher is absent due to leave, then it is a valid reason - Radrodro

If a teacher is absent because of leave, then it is a valid reason to be absent. This was highlighted by Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro as he says all teachers

Teachers Education

16 days ago

Nabouwalu Town project set for March 2025

The development of Nabouwalu Town is currently at 50 percent completion for the terminal construction, and the project remains on track to deliver this facility by March

Development

16 days ago

$200 Back to School Support application closing at 5pm next Friday

Good news for parents as the Government $200 Back to School Support application deadline has been moved to 5pm next week Friday. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister

Education

16 days ago

Ghee now under price control but FCCC yet to confirm the price

Ghee is now under price control which means retailers will not be able to sell it over a certain price which will be determined by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Co

FCCC

16 days ago

$2B meth bust : Our main concern is to monitor their bail conditions – Acting COMPOL

Acting Police Commissioner, Juki Fong Chew confirms that their main concern now after the three accused persons in the $2 billion methamphetamine bust case were released

Drugs Police

16 days ago

2 teenagers charged for rape in separate cases

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the rape of a 6-year-old girl from his village while in another incident, a 17-year-old boy has been charged with the rape of a 5-

Police Rape Feature

16 days ago

Suspended DPP decided USD$1,500 for his superannuation - Former Director HR

The suspended Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde had decided his superannuation amount of USD$1,500 according to the former Manager HR at the Office of th

Court

16 days ago

Kamikamica announces that all HSBC SVNS Series matches will be live on Mai TV

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications Manoa Kamikamica has today announced that all the HSBC SVNS Series matches will be aired live on free-to-air televi

Feature Parliament 7s-Rugby Cape-Town-7s

16 days ago

Officer involved in alleged assault in Nausori to appear in Nausori Magistrates Court today

The police officer who was alleged to have assaulted a man in Nausori late last month has been charged and will appear in the Nausori Magistrates Court today. Police s

Court

16 days ago

05/12/2024

Fiji passes landmark Child Care and Protection Act to strengthen safeguards against abuse and neglect

Parliament has unanimously passed the Child Care and Protection Act that outlines what the country will do to promote the wellbeing of children and to protect them from a

Parliement Feature

17 days ago

Parliament passes Child Justice Act that raises criminal responsibility age to 14 and focuses on rehab

Parliament has unanimously passed the Child Justice Act that provides a more comprehensive framework for the special treatment of children at all stages of the child just

Parliement

17 days ago

Water woes continue at CWM Maternity Ward, mothers given 1 hour to bath

Concerns are being raised again as water woes continue at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital Maternity Ward. We have been told that mothers are given an hour to bath b

CWM-Hospital Water Feature

17 days ago

Independence of the ODPP is an ongoing issue but reforms underway - Turaga

Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says the independence of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the demand of the job, the competing priorities and the str

DPP

17 days ago

Prof. Prasad highlights economy shows promising growth, but Kumar questions impact on ordinary Fijians

With over a billion dollars in support for vulnerable and disadvantaged Fijians, debt to GDP ratio at 75.4 percent percent at the end of October, higher remittance flows,

Parliament Feature Economy

17 days ago

Fijian disability groups come together for a Christmas celebration of inclusivity

Christmas has come early for Fijian disability groups as they gathered today at the German Embassy to promote greater inclusivity and equality for persons with disabiliti

Christmas

17 days ago

Tabuya challenges Young Women’s Forum to stand against online harassment and bullying

Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, issued a powerful challenge to more than 40 young women at the Young Women’s Forum today, urging them

Women-Empowerment

17 days ago

Vaseva Apikali overcomes challenges to receive AOG High Principal’s Award

Facing behavioural and academic challenges earlier in the year did not deter Year 13 student Vaseva Apikali from achieving over 300 marks in her annual exams as she was a

Education

17 days ago

Frustration grows as Rewa Street residents face water issues since June

Residents of Rewa Street are calling for urgent action as they have been facing water supply issues since June. They say the situation has caused frustration and serio

WAF

17 days ago

Fijian disability groups come together for a Christmas celebration of inclusivity

Christmas has come early for Fijian disability groups as they gathered today at the German Embassy to promote greater inclusivity and equality for persons with disabiliti

Christmas

17 days ago

December 5th Special

A special report done on December 5th, 2007, one year after the coup /+AUDIO-4243864426751214f7f46f599f382f.mp3+AUDIO/ Listen HERE for the full Special Repor

Politics Indepth Feature

17 days ago

Siosiua Utoikamanu appointed USP Pro-Chancellor and Chair of USP Council

Siosiua Tuitaulukua Tupou Utoikamanu has been appointed the University of the South Pacific Pro-Chancellor and Chair of the USP Council for three years, commencing from t

USP

17 days ago

FICAC begins investigation into Walesi after receiving report today

A special FICAC taskforce has started its investigation into Walesi today after FICAC received the audited reports on Walesi from Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica t

Walesi-Fiji Feature FICAC

17 days ago

Firefighters showcase skills and teamwork in first-ever NFA drill competition

The National Fire Authority held its first-ever national fire drill competition at the Marist Brothers High School Ground this morning, showcasing their skills, coordinat

Education Fire NFA

17 days ago

Apisai Ketenilagi appointed as FRA’s new acting CEO

Apisai Ketenilagi is the new Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Fiji Roads Authority Board, effective from 25th November 2024, until the position of CEO is filled.

FRA

17 days ago

ACCF expenses were more than revenue in 2020-21 - Nand

Concerns have been raised by Members of Parliament regarding the inefficiency of the Accident Compensation Commission of Fiji Annual Reports of 2019, 2020 and 2021 which

ACCF

17 days ago

Consideration of body cams for Police Officers to counter Police brutality

There are considerations for our Police Officers to wear body cams when they go out to the field so that it reduces the number of Police brutality cases after Prime Minis

Police

17 days ago

Emerging drug threats : Narco-subs carrying huge amount of drugs found in the Pacific

Narco-subs carrying a huge amount of drugs found in the Pacific is now demonstrating the need for effective maritime security cooperation more than ever before. It has

Drugs Feature

17 days ago

Alchemy exhibition: 10 local artists unite to turn ordinary into extraordinary

Ten local artists have come together to celebrate creativity, culture and connection through their collective showcase, through the Alchemy exhibit. Featuring works by

Art

17 days ago

Man impersonating FICAC officer remanded

An unemployed man has been remanded in custody for impersonating a FICAC officer and obtaining $170 through deception. 24-year-old Aman Abishek Nambiar is charged with

FICAC Court

17 days ago

Sinking of New Zealand Navy ship Manawanui continues to impact Samoan villages, as community threatens legal action

Tavita Pili can't see the ship, but he can smell it. Standing on rocks on the outskirts of his home village of Tafitoala, Samoa, Mr Pili points to the spot where the d

abc-news

17 days ago

Nadi man to front Nadi court for alleged taxi permit scam

A 25-year-old man will appear in the Nadi Magistrates Court today for obtaining financial advantage by deception in connection to an alleged taxi permit scam. Police s

Court

17 days ago

Laucala Beach supermarket alleged robbers to appear in court today

Two of the three men arrested for their alleged involvement in a supermarket robbery in Laucala Beach earlier this week have been charged and will appear in the Nasinu Ma

Police

17 days ago

Yasawa Islands, named world’s #24 best place to travel in 2025 by US Travel Guide

Travel Lemming, a US-based online travel guide read by more than 10 million travelers, announced its list of the top 50 destinations in the world for 2025 where Yasawa Is

Travel Tourism

17 days ago

04/12/2024

Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill passed in Parliament

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill has been passed in Parliament last night after it received 30 votes for and 15 votes against by members of Parliament. The

Parliement

18 days ago

Over 200,000 Walesi boxes distributed at significant public costs were outdated in 2016 – Kamikamica

The latest Walesi audit report confirms that over 200,000 Walesi boxes distributed at significant public costs were outdated in 2016. Deputy Prime Minister and Ministe

Walesi-Fiji Feature

18 days ago

Gospel High dux Ilisoni Turogo dedicates his achievement to his late mother

Gospel High School’s Dux for 2024, Ilisoni Ramasibana Turogo, dedicated his award to his late mother, Mere Vakayamo, who passed away just two months ago. Turogo shar

Education

18 days ago

Daniel Kim’s bail condition to prohibit him from leaving Fiji

After being held in immigration custody for about a year and three months, Grace Road Fiji President Daniel Kim and Sun Jin Lee have been granted bail by the Lautoka High

Grace-Road Court Police

18 days ago

$2B Meth Bust Case : Ho yet to source $15,000 to get bail, Logaivalu and Aukerea pay cash bail bonds

Despite strong opposition to bail by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Justin Ho, Louie Logaivalu and Jale Aukerea who are charged in relation to the $2

Court Drugs

18 days ago

Climate crisis not just for our environment, it is crucial for protecting the lives of Fijian people – DPM Prasad

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

COP29 Parliement

18 days ago

Tuisinu overcomes fear and self-doubt to scoop CMF Primary Dux Award

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

Education

18 days ago

Govt looks at relocating Muslim League Squatter Settlement residents in Nabua after eviction notices received by 200 families

About 200 families staying at the Muslim League Squatter Settlement in Nabua are uncertain about Christmas as they have been given eviction notices by the Fiji Muslim Lea

Squatter-Settlements

18 days ago

Sacrifices pay off for Navoalevu Primary Dux, Solomone Catarogo

Sacrifices have paid off for 12-year-old Solomone Catarogo after he was awarded the Dux Award for Navoalevu Primary School in Vanua Levu. While speaking to fijivillage

Education

18 days ago

Walesi audit report to be forwarded to FICAC for investigation - Kamikamica

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications, Manoa Kamikamica confirms that the Walesi technical and financial findings will be handed over to FICAC for further

Walesi-Fiji Feature

18 days ago

Tamavua Action Group wants Govt to appeal Great Han Tribunal decision without delay

The Tamavua Action Group stresses that given the severity of the risks involved in the Great Han building construction along Princes Road, they ask that the government ap

Princes-Road-Dev

18 days ago

La Liga: Barcelona ends winless run after thrashing Mallorca 5-1

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

Soccer

18 days ago

LTA calls on road users to prioritize safety following horrific Sigatoka accident

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

LTA Roads

18 days ago

IHG Fiji Hotels raise $5,000 for Lifeline Fiji during Movember campaign

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

FNPF

18 days ago

Fuse ODG releases Band Aid rebuttal music video 'We Know It’s Christmas'

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

World-News

18 days ago

16-year-old boy driving without license dies in accident

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

Accident

18 days ago

Afroz Khan's body found in Tailevu, family claims he was kidnapped

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

Police

18 days ago

Talks to scrap the automatic progression in school after failure still ongoing – Radrodro

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

Education Feature

18 days ago

16-year-old Arieta Toganivalu reported missing

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

Missing-Person Police

18 days ago

Through Pornography Task Force, the Govt will have a mandate to ban harmful content for children under 16 - Tabuya

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

Parliament Feature

18 days ago

03/12/2024

Wai Fiji donates water for mothers at CWM Maternity Ward

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

CWM-Hospital

19 days ago

DPM Prasad signs USD $134.5M loan and grant agreements with ADB for Critical Bridges Resilience Project

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

Government

19 days ago

Studying in remote areas was challenging but I remained focused - Navosa Central Dux, Yuvika Sharma

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

Education

19 days ago

Fijian diaspora invest over $1M in US-Fiji Drive – Kamikamica

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

Parliament

19 days ago

2024 health sector report calls for broader tax reforms on unhealthy food

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

Sugar

19 days ago

Entities need to ensure they deliver services required – Prof. Prasad

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

WAF

19 days ago

It will take 12-24 months to resolve the water crisis faced by thousands of Tamavua, Tacirua and Samabula residents

If you are facing water disruptions every few days a week in Tamavua, Tacirua and parts of Samabula, you may continue to face this situation for upto 24 months as the pip

Water WAF Feature

19 days ago

Mother seeks more help for 3-year-old fighting severe aplastic anaemia in India

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

Assistance

19 days ago

Parliament to officially open on 24th Feb, and budget address is on 27th June: 2025 Parliament Calendar

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

Parliament

19 days ago

ABC book: A touch of home for Fijians near and far, launched today

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,

Education

19 days ago

Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Sagar plead not guilty

Former Chief Executive Officer of the Fiji Broadcasting Corporation Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and FBC Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar have pleaded not guilty to their ch

Court Feature

19 days ago

Turbidity issues affect water supply at CWM Hospital, people fed up of turbidity to be used as a reason all the time

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

WAF

19 days ago

Almost half of the students who sat for Year 8 Exam over last 3 years have failed their English paper

Urgent action needs to be taken as the Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro confirms English has an average national percentage pass rate of 57 percent in the Fiji 8th

Education Feature

19 days ago

Work on Labasa-Savusavu link scenic road and extending Labasa Airport begins - Gavoka

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

Savusavu

19 days ago

Investigation into officer involved in alleged assault in Nausori in the final stages – Acting COMPOL

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

Police

19 days ago

No water at CWM Maternity Ward this morning

Concerns are being raised as there was no water at the CWM Hospital Maternity Ward this morning due to internal maintenance works. We have been told that this affected

Health Feature Hospital

19 days ago

Bainimarama and Qiliho's appeal case to be called on 30th Jan

The appeal against conviction, sentencing and bail pending appeal of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho, will be call

Court Feature

19 days ago

Cleanup campaign fosters community unity and lasting positive change - Malaysian High Commissioner

Initiatives like cleanup campaigns extend beyond beautifying spaces, foster a sense of community and collaboration, reduce tensions, build trust and strengthen social bon

Clean-Up Malaysia

19 days ago

Unique art exhibition 'Alchemy' featuring the works of 10 talented local artists to be held at GPH from Thursday

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

Art Feature

19 days ago

Namadi Heights and Mead Road face week-long water shortage, WAF says it is expected to be restored by today

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

Water WAF

19 days ago

02/12/2024

Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill to be debated on Wednesday

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

Parliament

20 days ago

Outdated teaching, lack of resources and poor parental engagement blamed for 6,000 year 8 failures

Outdated teaching methods, inadequate resources in rural areas, low attendance and poor parental engagement such as not monitoring homework and not attending school meeti

Education Feature

20 days ago

Quick action by Police - 3 men arrested in relation to Alison Supermarket robbery

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

Police

20 days ago

National Carbon Strategy roadmap will ensure reduction in emission - PM

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

Parliament

20 days ago

Fiji's Green Energy leap to pioneering hydrogen for a sustainable future - Kamikamica

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

Parliament

20 days ago

We will ban social media for children under 16 if the negatives outweigh the positives - Tabuya

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

Children Social-Media

20 days ago

Safety of our peacekeeping troops is Govt’s top priority – Tikoduadua

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

RFMF

20 days ago

Search underway for two people who robbed Alison Supermarket at Laucala Beach

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

Police

20 days ago

Nasinu Town Council to work with Valelevu Police – plans in place to install CCTV with live feeds to the police

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

Nasinu Police Feature

20 days ago

Alleged Suva murderer to take plea tomorrow

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

Court

20 days ago

Maharaj calls for Charan Jeath Singh to be stripped of his portfolio while Tabuya says he should know better

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

Parliament

20 days ago

PM asks Kumar didn’t they have a Minister for Everything while Kumar says PM has too many hats

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.

Government Politics Feature

20 days ago

Bag checks are a must in schools to protect children from drug exploitation - Tabuya

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

Children Drugs Feature

20 days ago

Public servants must be multi-skilled to meet citizens' needs promptly - Singh

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

Employment

20 days ago

Since Donald Trump last met Kim Jong Un, the dictator has made a powerful new ally – Vladimir Putin

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

abc-news

20 days ago

Man passes away following an accident along Valley Road in Sigatoka

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

Accident Police

20 days ago

Hard work and consistency needed to keep winning – Kolinisau

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

Fiji-7s-Team Dubai-7s Feature

20 days ago

Fiji breaks 22 tournament drought after beating Spain 19-5

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

Dubai-7s Feature

21 days ago

01/12/2024

Dubai 7s: Fiji to face Spain in the final at 4.11am today

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

Dubai-7s Feature

21 days ago

Dubai 7s: Fiji to face Argentina at 10.28 tonight in the second semi final

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

Dubai-7s Feature

21 days ago

Dubai 7s: Fiji through to cup semis after 19-17 victory over France

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

Dubai-7s Feature

21 days ago

15% of new HIV cases in Fiji were related to bluetoothing – FWCC

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

HIV

21 days ago

Kate sends emotional Christmas message of 'love, not fear'

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

World-News

21 days ago

Women and girls face 10 times more online attacks than men: Tabuya

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

Cybercrime

21 days ago

Current budget sufficient for initial drug rehab centre initiative - Prof. Prasad

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

Drugs Feature

21 days ago

Valavia Tasala of Seaqaqa Central College dedicates Dux Award to her late mother

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

Education

21 days ago

Khalsa Road works to begin later this month or in early January

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

FRA Feature

21 days ago

Artwork of the late Tae Kami sold for $10,500 during WOWS Kids Fiji Gala Night

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

WOWS-Kids-Fiji Feature

21 days ago

14-year-old girl walking on the street in school uniform and high on meth

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

Drugs Feature

21 days ago

Fiji Men to take on France in 3rd quarter final of Dubai 7s after unbeaten pool run

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

Rugby-7s Dubai-7s Feature

21 days ago

Fiji Men 7s top pool in Dubai after 21-12 win over NZ

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

Dubai-7s Feature

22 days ago

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