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Prof. Shameem calls on employers to pay workers what they are worth and there won't be a skill or labour crisis in Fiji
A stern message has been sent out to the employers in the country and that is for the private sector
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Akuila Qalo to lead traditional installation of Tui Nayau tomorrow
63-year-old Akuila Qalo, from the Matanivanua clan of Vuinayau will be traditionally installing the
2 hours ago
Govt restores autonomy to schools, encourages greater involvement of parents
Restoring partnerships between school management, communities, religious organizations and parents i
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Compain asks how cleaning contract for CWM Hospital was re-awarded under a different company name despite the same shareholders
The President of International Women's Association Fiji, Judy Compain has formally written to the Mi
19 hours ago
Live Tsunami Siren Test for Suva – Nausori corridor at 11am
The National Disaster Risk Management Office will be conducting live tsunami siren tests for the Suv
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At least 21 children among dozens killed in Texas floods, as 11 girls from camp still missing
At least 69 people have been killed after flash floods swept through parts of central Texas. Kerr
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Pratima Pharmaceutical  Industries: Strengthening  Sovereign  Supply Chain Resilience
Named in honour of the mother of PSH Hospitals Founder and chief executive officer, Parvish Ku
6 days ago
Fuaki pursues career goal through USP studies
Watching news presenters on television deliver updates in a confident and professional manner introd
13 days ago
Reopening of Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre will promote Fiji's rich hertiage - Gavoka
During a site visit to the Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre, Acting Prime Minister and Minister for T
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Ro Teimumu, Ratu Wiliame and Ratu Etonia leave for installation of Tui Nayau and Tui Lau
Burebasaga confederacy paramount chief Ro Teimumu Kepa, former President and Tui Macuata Ratu Wiliam
18 hours ago
Compain asks how cleaning contract for CWM Hospital was re-awarded under a different company name despite the same shareholders
The President of International Women's Association Fiji, Judy Compain has formally written to the Mi
19 hours ago
Parkinson says we will continue to innovate and provide our listeners and followers with great content
As Communications Fiji Limited ended their 40th birthday celebration with a Gratitude Concert at Alb
23 hours ago

Diabetes claiming lives of young people aged 14 to 30 years - Diabetes Fiji
It is concerning that people as young as 14 and 30 years old have lost their lives last year due to
2 days ago
People have always been the focus of CFL – Parkinson
It was a night of glamour and great vibes as former and current staff of Communications Fiji Limited
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06/07/2025
TLTB reduces national rental arrears to $22 million
The iTaukei Land Trust Board has successfully reduced its national rental arrears from $31.6 million as of 1st January, 2025 to $22 million by 30th June, 2025. TLTB sa
16 hours ago
Two man arrested over alleged yaqona thefts in Taveuni
A 35-year-old man and a 36-year-old man remain in police custody for their alleged involvement in a series of yaqona thefts in Taveuni. Acting Assistant Commissioner o
17 hours ago
Man arrested at Lakeba jetty for alleged possession of marijuana
A man has been arrested today at the Lakeba Jetty after he was allegedly found in possession of illicit drugs, specifically a bag containing dried leaves believed to be m
18 hours ago

5 charged in Laucala Beach aggravated burglary case
Three men and two juveniles have been charged by the Southern Division Task Force for their alleged involvement in an aggravated burglary at a business premises in Laucal
21 hours ago
Pacific Mini Games: Roberts and Inoke win gold in Heptathlon and Octathlon events
Reki Roberts claimed gold in the Women’s Heptathlon at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau after a consistent performance while competing in seven challenging events. Sh
22 hours ago
Welcome church service to be held in Tubou
Hundreds of people are already in the village of Tubou in Lau, where they will take part in the welcoming church service today. While speaking to fijivillage News, vil
23 hours ago

FWCC demands Masi to be stood down and urges FRU to take decisive action
The Fiji Women's Crisis Centre is deeply disappointed with the Fiji Rugby Union for its ongoing lack of genuine commitment to addressing violence against women and girl
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05/07/2025
Radrodro urges schools to ensure transparency and conduct regular audits
The Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says schools now have full control over how their funds are used, allowing them to focus on their priorities, however, he remin
2 days ago
Adequate salaries drive growth and success – Tubuna
Assistant Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, Sakiusa Tubuna says fair and adequate salaries for civil servants are key to boosting employee morale. He says
2 days ago

Govt is tackling social welfare abuse while protecting the vulnerable - Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says there is abuse within the social welfare system, and while it involves taxpayers’ money that
2 days ago
Young couple transforms overgrown land into thriving agri-business in Labasa
A young couple in Tabia, Labasa has transformed a once-overgrown plot of land into a thriving agri-business that now includes rice farming, poultry production, and goat r
2 days ago
Retired nurse urges parents to pack 2 lunchboxes to reduce junk eating during recess
Retired Nurse, Vasemaca Gumatua urges parents to pack two lunchboxes for their children to help reduce junk eating during school recess. Gumatua says this will help ch
2 days ago

Seru Serevi reflects on music journey as the CFL Gratitude Concert gets underway at Albert Park
I have many wonderful memories with Communications Fiji Limited over the years. These were the words of Vude King, Seru Serevi when asked by fijivillage News about som
2 days ago
Tongan military to arrive in Lakeba ahead of Tui Nayau and Tui Lau installation ceremonies
As the installation of the Tui Nayau and the Sau ni Vanua o Lau draws near, the military force from the Kingdom of Tonga is expected to arrive on the island of Lakeba tod
2 days ago
Kamikamica denies involvement in FICAC appointment, calls allegations baseless
Following the controversy surrounding Barbara Malimali’s appointment as the FICAC Commissioner, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica, says he
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Georgina Ledua ready to rock tonight and says CFL has been the backbone of her musical journey
Vude icon, Georgina Ledua says Communications Fiji Limited has always been her backbone throughout her musical journey. Ledua stated this in an interview with fijivill
2 days ago
41-year-old man dies while fitting an excavator bucket in Lautoka
A 41-year-old man tragically lost his life on Thursday at Tore Settlement in Lautoka while fitting an excavator bucket, which is used for digging. Police say it is all
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04/07/2025
FEO launches new platform to easily connect with people
People can expect better communication from the Fijian Elections Office as FEO Connect has been launched which will reimagine how the Office connects with the people of
FEO
3 days ago
263 graduate from Pacific Polytech in technical training and skills development
263 students today graduated from the Pacific Polytech Nabua Campus in fields of trades, agriculture, ICT, tourism, business, health and skills development. Pacific Po
3 days ago
Civil servants must deliver as Govt spends about $1.3B annually on salaries – Prof. Prasad
Civil servants must deliver services to the people, as any delay in spending directly affects development and it shouldn’t happen as the government spends about $1.2 to
3 days ago

FCEF calls on Govt to let regional students work as 16,000 locals wait for overseas jobs
As Fiji faces a skills shortage, suggestions are being made to allow regional students to work in Fiji and for the government to enable 16,000 job-ready locals registered
3 days ago
Representatives from Lau make presentations to the soon to be installed Tui Nayau, Tui Lau and Sau ni Vanua o Lau
People from the different islands in the Lau group converged in Lakeba today to make presentations to the soon to installed Tui Nayau, Tui Lau and Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Rat
3 days ago
Bajekal says past investment figures seemed dubious, but sees genuine projects now
Following the announcement of investments underway in 177 projects valued at $5.8 billion, prominent businessman Ram Bajekal says these are sort of numbers that were band
3 days ago

Kamikamica determined to clear his name and welcomes FICAC investigation
Following the seizure of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications, Manoa Kamikamica's mobile phone by FICAC, Kamikamica says he welcomes the investigatio
3 days ago
Chicago mass shooting leaves four dead, 14 injured outside downtown lounge
Four people in the United States have been killed and at least 14 others wounded when gunmen opened fire on a crowd outside a lounge in downtown Chicago. According to
3 days ago
Make the right choice every day starting with saying no to harmful substances – Kiran
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran urged students in Levuka to make the right choice every day—starting with saying no to harmful substance
3 days ago

Man in 40s to appear in court for alleged murder of wife
A man in his 40s will appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today after being charged with the alleged murder of his wife following an argument inside a hall in Uma Vill
3 days ago
Kamikamica phone seizure : no response will be issued by FICAC for now
No response will be issued by FICAC. That is the comment from FICAC when asked by fijivillage News on Deputy Prime Minister, Manoa Kamikamica's mobile phone being seiz
3 days ago
Reports coming in that Kamikamica's phone has been seized in a search warrant by FICAC
There are reports coming in that Deputy Prime Minister, Manoa Kamikamica's mobile phone was seized by FICAC. We are receiving reports from various sources that the sei
3 days ago

$12 million required for Labasa bypass road project
As talks continue on the proposed Labasa bypass road which is expected to ease traffic congestion in Labasa, an estimated $12 million is needed to carry out the project.
3 days ago
More than 1,000 to witness installation of Tui Nayau on Tubou Village
Hundreds of people will converge in Tubou Village on Lakeba Island to witness the installation of the new Tui Nayau and Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara.
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03/07/2025
Parkinson says to operate and function as a nation, we need local media to survive
It was glitz and glamour at Communications Fiji Limited's client cocktail hosted at our home at 231 Waimanu Road, Suva as clients and partners came together to celebrate
3 days ago
Human Resource Directors to take proactive measures to ensure growth
A call is being made for Human Resource leaders to take proactive steps in ensuring that wellbeing and growth are embedded into business strategy as a healthy, motivated
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Miss Earth Fiji leads environmental campaign in Philippines
Ashlin Alveena Prasad, Miss Earth Fiji and Youth Environmental Advocate, says Fiji plays an important role in supporting young people and leading efforts to protect the e
4 days ago

Rabuka says the reflection on the hurt he caused in 1987, has shaped him into the leader he is today
The change from the coup leader to the leader I’m now, I would not be the leader I’m today if I had not been the coup leader. These were the words of Prime Ministe
4 days ago
Manufacturers enjoying duty protection shouldn’t make profits at the expense of the people – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says that many local manufacturers enjoy significant protection and they shouldn’t make profit at
4 days ago
Power outage at Damodar City Labasa affects nearly 300 workers
Close to 300 workers had to be at home and several businesses at Damodar City Labasa were closed as the complex was without electricity from Saturday to yesterday afterno
4 days ago

Truck collides with power pole along Ratu Mara Road in Nabua
A truck has collided with a power pole along Ratu Mara Road in Nabua. @fijivillage.com Truck collides with power pole along Ratu Mara Road in Nabua #fiji #fyp ♬ or
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Pacific leaders to endorse Ocean of Peace Declaration at Leaders Meeting in Honiara
Officials across the Pacific are working to finalise the Ocean of Peace Declaration ahead of the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in the Solomon Islands
4 days ago
13 of the 14 victims of serious sex offences in June under the age of 18 years
13 of the 14 victims of serious sex offences in June this year were under the age of 18 years. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says there were 20 cou
4 days ago

Man arrested for illegally selling liquor from his home
A man is in police custody for allegedly selling liquor from his home. Police say the arrest was made following a raid conducted yesterday by the Eastern Division team
4 days ago
Support local media first when making advertising decisions – Parkinson
When making advertising decisions, support local media first. Communications Fiji Limited Chairman, William Parkinson highlighted this while while opening the Build, B
4 days ago
Businesses expected to pass benefits to consumers as Govt cuts duties and VAT – Prof. Prasad
The government has done its part by reducing duties and VAT and now businesses must do theirs by ensuring a corresponding decrease in prices that reflects these reduction
4 days ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail and convicted over prostitution-related offences
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been found guilty of transportation for prostitution following a landmark trial in New York - but cleared of more serious charges of sex traffickin
4 days ago
Al Hamd Smart Living Expands in Tavua, Creating Jobs and Advancing Smart Living Solutions
Tavua, Fiji – The grand opening of Al Hamd Smart Living’s new and upgraded store at Loloma Complex, Tavua, marks another milestone in the company’s mission to bring
4 days ago
63-year-old Rupamani missing from home since last Saturday
Police are seeking assistance from the public in locating 63-year-old Radha Rupamani, who has been reported missing at the Lautoka Police Station. Police say Rupamani
4 days ago

Temporary road closure of Saint Fort Street in Suva from 5 to 11 tonight and Friday
There will be a temporary road closure of Saint Fort Street in Suva from 5 to 11 tonight and again from 5pm to 11pm tomorrow for Communications Fiji Limited’s 40th Cele
4 days ago

02/07/2025
Watch Professor Prasad on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan  The show will focus on the 2025/2026 National
5 days ago
New Cath Lab, MRI Suite and Fast Track Beds at Lautoka Hospital to provide life-saving care closer to home
Families will not have to face the burden of travelling long distances or even overseas for advanced cardiac procedures or specialised diagnostic imaging as a cutting-edg
5 days ago
Education comes first, our children deserve better - Immanuel
Education must come first as our children deserve better. This is the message from Assistant Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel to parents and teachers of Wainimala
5 days ago

iPhone users need to wait for eTransport app, request sent – Vodafone CEO
The rollout of Vodafone Fiji’s new e-Transport app is well underway, with thousands of Android users already accessing its features, while iPhone users must wait for ap
5 days ago
Call for better budget monitoring as communities still rely on river water despite increased allocations
A call is being made for government leaders to ensure more effective monitoring and implementation of national budget allocations, particularly in rural communities where
5 days ago
Student says Commission should consider checking why people are bullying other internet users online
Pacific Nations School student, Isabella Vakarise says the Online Safety Commission should consider checking why people are bullying other internet users online. While
5 days ago

Public consultation on proposed EFL tariff increase to start soon
Public consultation on the proposed Energy Fiji Limited tariff increase will begin soon. Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission CEO Seinikavika Jiuta says EFL had
5 days ago
CFL Gratitude Concert for the 40th anniversary celebrations to be livestreamed this Saturday
The Communications Fiji Limited Gratitude Concert at Albert Park to thank our listeners and followers of FM96, LegendFM, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage w
5 days ago
ODPP to strengthen narcotics and civil forfeiture divisions with $8.9M budget allocation
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions will be focusing on resourcing their Narcotics Division and the Civil Forfeiture Division as the office has been allocat
5 days ago

Jurors reach verdict on 4 counts at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial, remain deadlocked on one
Jurors weighing the federal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs told the court they’d reached a verdict on all counts except the RICO conspiracy charge, which had drawn
5 days ago
7 retired nurses join Diabetes Fiji to boost awareness and prevention
Seven retired nurses have volunteered their time and skills to help Diabetes Fiji expand its community health outreach. Executive Director, Marawa Kini says the volunt
5 days ago
BSP warns of online scam and urges public to stay vigilant
People are being urged to remain vigilant following reports of an online scam using false advertisements and phishing messages on Facebook and email regarding Bank of Sou
5 days ago

Of the more than 1 million visitors to Fiji last year, 45% of them were from Australia - Rabuka
Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Sitiveni Rabuka says of the historic over one million visitors to Fiji last year, more than 45 percent of them came from
5 days ago
Vulakoro says CFL has always been there for artists like her from the 1980s to now
Vude Queen, Laisa Vulakoro says Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of FM96, LegendFM, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage, has always been there
5 days ago
Fiji and Australia to collaborate on cybercrime, border security and defence
Fiji and Australia are stepping up their partnership to tackle cybercrime, strengthen border security, and deepen defence cooperation, following high-level talks between
5 days ago

Westpac launches Fiji Female Founders Program to support women-led businesses
Women-led businesses in Fiji are set to receive a significant boost as Westpac Fiji launches its Female Founders Program, designed to empower women entrepreneurs and incr
5 days ago
2 gold medals for Fiji - Yalimaiwai and Mudunasoko win in 50 metres Breaststroke events
Team Fiji secured two gold medals at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau last night, with standout performances from Samuel Yalimaiwai in the Men’s 50 metres Breaststroke a
5 days ago

01/07/2025
Tui Nayau/Tui Lau installation - Yavusa Vuanirewa to travel to Nayau Island this Friday
With just a few days to go for the installation of Ratu Tevita Kapaiwai Lutunauga Uluilakeba Mara as the Tui Nayau, the Sau ni Vanua o Lau, the Yavusa of Vuanirewa will t
6 days ago
I never conspired with others to appoint Malimali, I was only consulted as stated in the Constitution – Leung
Former Attorney General, Graham Leung stresses that he never conspired with others like Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga and Sol
6 days ago
Education Commission appointed to review curriculum, teacher quality and leadership
An Education Commission has been formally appointed today that will carry out a comprehensive review of the education system, including curriculum, teacher quality, schoo
6 days ago

Gavoka is Acting PM as Rabuka leaves for official trip to Australia
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavoka will be Acting Prime Minister this week as Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka is away on of
6 days ago
PSH launches first-ever local pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Nadi
Great news for the people as Fiji’s first local pharmaceutical manufacturing plant, Pratima Pharmaceutical Industries, named in honour of the mother of Pacific Speciali
6 days ago
Prime Minister releases redacted COI Report
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has approved the release of the redacted final report from the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of the FICAC Commissioner, Barbar
6 days ago

Suravi Dance Group from India entertains hundreds at Jai Narayan College
Hundred of people gathered at Jai Narayan College in Suva to witness a captivating Odissi performance by India’s Suravi Dance Group. The classical performance depict
6 days ago
Better access to medicines with new Seaqaqa pharmacy
A new pharmacy in Seaqaqa is helping to meet the medical needs of the local community. Director of Optimum Health Pharmacy Seaqaqa, Vashneel Chand says the pharmacy, w
6 days ago
CFL’s 40th Anniversary celebrations to culminate with free concert at Albert Park on Saturday
Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of LegendFM, FM96, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage will be celebrating its 40th Anniversary this week and
CFL
6 days ago

Govt assures Tavua cane farmers that rail network will remain available
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad has assured sugarcane farmers in Tavua that the government is committed to improving the railway sy
6 days ago
Police to address conduct of officers involved in Scott Street arrest
The conduct of the police officers who were involved in arresting and allegedly assaulting a man along Scott Street in Suva will be addressed. This has been confirmed
6 days ago
Leung says COI Report is a travesty of justice and we are poisoning ourselves if we take this report seriously
Former Attorney General, Graham Leung says the Commission of Inquiry Report into the appointment of Barbara Malimali is a travesty of justice. In a press conference, L
6 days ago

COMPOL receives complaints that some officers are not registering reports
Concern has been raised with the Commissioner of Police by members of the public that police officers on the ground are not taking reports or registering matters at polic
6 days ago
Women’s leadership is key to progress – Professor Biman Prasad
Women’s leadership in Fiji is not just about fairness — it is now seen as key to the country’s progress. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professo
6 days ago
Nawaibuta Holdings Ltd complex breaks ground in Korovou
Great news for the people of Korovou as there will be a new shopping complex in their area after the groundbreaking ceremony of the new commercial development by the Fiji
6 days ago

Kerosene, diesel and gas prices drop from today
People can expect some relief as kerosene, diesel and gas prices will decrease from today. The price of kerosene drops from $1.66 to $1.63 per litre and the price of d
6 days ago

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