Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected a suggestion by US President Donald Trump that a possible peace deal between Ukraine and Russia could see the two cou
As we strive to live in a society free from harm and disunity, Year 10 student of Nabua Secondary School, Mohitesh Palan says participating in the 2025 Cadet Passout has
More than 427,000 new e-transport cards have been issued to commuters across Fiji.
Vodafone Fiji says this marks a major milestone in its efforts to modernize public t
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has expressed his gratitude to the UK Government for its invaluable support in safeguarding the world’s oceans and wildlife through its �
A major boost for tourism training in Fiji, as Pacific Polytech’s School of Hospitality and Tourism has officially opened their new Sigatoka Centre, offering hands-on l
As families across Fiji celebrate Raksha Bandhan, a festival symbolising the bond between brothers and sisters, Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre Coordinator Shamima Ali is ur
Residents of Mana Street and surrounding areas in Narere, Nasinu, have voiced their frustration after being left without water since last night
The residents also say
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission is urging the State to respect and protect the constitutional and international rights to freedom of religion, co
The Hindu Unity gathering, which was scheduled to take place today at the FMF Gymnasium, has been postponed.
Event organiser Sandeep Singh says that although a new per
A good number of people attended the WOWS Kids Fiji Annual Fun Walk and Zumba with Josh at Albert Park this morning.
The event was a testament to parents bringing thei
Three students from Tuvu Primary School have been praised for their honesty after returning a lost mobile phone belonging to a FICAC officer.
The Senior Education and
The Yat Sen Parents, Teachers, and Friends Association is holding their Annual Fun Day and Walk-a-thon at their school grounds in Flagstaff tomorrow.
The Association s
The Walk On Walk Strong Fiji team is inviting people to come and support them as they hold their annual 3km Fun Walk and Zumba with Josh tomorrow at Albert Park.
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All parties in the matter where the Cabinet has sought Supreme Court's opinion on the interpretation and application of the amendment provisions of the 2013 Constitution
Lautoka High Court Judge, Justice Aruna Aluthge says the successful $2 billion methamphetamine raid in December 2023, investigation and prosecution of the case proves tha
The State Counsel has urged Lautoka High Court Judge, Justice Aruna Aluthge to impose a sentence of 50 years for Justin Ho, David Heritage and Jale Aukerea in the $2 bill
A previously declined permit for a religious Hindu Unity gathering scheduled for tomorrow in Suva has been reviewed and approved following a reassessment by Commissioner
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs and Standing Committee Chair, Lenora Qereqeretabua, has called for urgent reforms to strengthen parliamentary oversight and operati
Four women and one man have lost their lives to intimate partner violence this year, and every life lost to domestic violence is one too many.
Minister for Women, Chil
Minister for Policing Ioane Naivalurua has acknowledged the support of the Australian Federal Police, particularly the secondment of AFP officers to support the work of t
The Fiji Corrections Service has apologised to families affected by the recent removal of grave decorations at cemeteries under its care to maintain the grounds’ cleanl
The Fiji Roads Authority is raising concerns about improper waste disposal, which continues to block drains and culverts around the country.
They say as part of its ro
Great news for thousands of Fijians as 30,000 passport books have landed in the country and are at the Immigration Office in Suva, with 400 passports printed today.
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Motorists are being advised to expect delays along Queens Road in Lami due to an accident involving a bus and a four-wheel drive vehicle near Suva Adventist College.
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The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation says they are yet to see the Employment Relations Bill tabled in Parliament for the first and second readings, and they will pr
Ex-Superman actor Dean Cain has announced he is planning to join the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, known as ICE.
In an interview on Wednesday, Cain, w
Sacked police officers Penieli Ratei, who is now an Inspector and Police Constable Tomasi Naulu claimed in court that they found a bag of marijuana in former Prime Minist
26 people are living in Fiji as refugees, of whom 18 are employed. This was confirmed in Parliament by Minister for Immigration Viliame Naupoto, who highlighted that fr
Minister for Public Works, Ro Filipe Tuisawau has responded to concerns raised by residents in Savusavu about the town not having a sewerage system, with some pointing to
Australian businessman, Sam Amine who has been highlighted in the $2 billion methamphetamine bust trial, was earlier cleared of Fiji drugs charges and returned to Austral
There have been revelations in the $2 billion methamphetamine bust case in Nadi that Australian businessman, Sam Amine had told one of the accused, David Heritage in Nove
Leadership in politics is about the practice of politics, and politics based on hate or envy is a complete waste of time.
This has been highlighted by Deputy Prime Min
Today marks a proud milestone for 105 graduates of the ServicePro International Tourism and Hospitality Institute, who celebrate not only the completion of their studies
Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa says the Strategic Master Plan for Viti Levu and the Concept Master Plan for Greater Suva, Nadi, and Lautoka which was formal
Evangeline Kumar from Naitasiri and Savusavu, who continues to stun audiences during the VOU Fijian Flying Circus, with her incredible hair hang act solo for the first ti
The long-awaited relocation of the Savusavu refuse dump is underway, forming part of a $6.75 million solid waste management project jointly targeting Savusavu and Labasa.
A misleading fake video has been circulated portraying the Reserve Bank of Fiji Governor giving misleading information on various digital platforms.
The RBF says the v
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service collected around $150 million more than forecast over the
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed that $440,000 has been allocated this financial year for a limited scope functional review of Fiji’s civil service.
Resp
Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua says sacred spaces across all faiths must be protected, and the Fiji Police Force is taking proactive steps to prevent religious s
One of the prosecution witnesses in the $2 billion methamphetamine bust case, Norman Fisher said he had nothing to do with the methamphetamine consignment that had come i
The Public Service Commission has confirmed that Pita Tagicakirewa has been appointed Acting Permanent Secretary for the Civil Service, while Laisa Bolalevu has been appo
More than 100 people are missing and at least one has died after devastating flash floods in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand.
Rescue operations are underway i
Get ready for fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan tonight as the show focuses on the amazing stories and the incredible journey of the VOU Fijian Flying Circus.
Defence lawyer Devanesh Sharma asked Police Director Legal, Rajesh Krishna if Rusiate Tudravu was legally appointed as Acting Police Commissioner by the President on the
It has been revealed that the one of the masterminds in the $2 billion drug operation in Nadi, Justin Ho was arrested in Cobia, a no-man's land, after he had gone missing
The Police Director Legal Rajesh Krishna confirmed in court today that the Police Tribunal recommended that Sergeant Penieli Ratei, receive a five-day pay deduction along
23 corporate teams from across Fiji will take part in the highly anticipated Bara Battle 2025 – The Amazing Wheelbarrow Race hosted by the Frank Hilton Organization on
The Fijian Government has announced the endorsement of the Fiji National Policy on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2025–2030, a key milestone aimed at improving
Newly appointed Minister for Information, Lynda Tabuya says every public service broadcast grant which totals $11 million will now be tied to measurable public outcomes.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs attorneys have approached the Trump administration seeking a presidential pardon.
The disgraced music mogul's lawyer Nicole Westmoreland told CNN on
129 Republic of Fiji Military Forces personnel are currently participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025—Australia’s largest combined military exercise—at Shoalwa
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has confirmed that the Fiji Development Bank’s total customer base increased to 9,711 customers in
Minister for Policing Ioane Naivalurua says there will be an increase in the aggression of the police work from August, September and October.
While responding to a qu
The family and estate of George “FIJI” Veikoso have shared that the funeral service for George “FIJI” Veikoso will take place next Tuesday the 12th of August at t
Two people are currently receiving medical treatment at the Lautoka Hospital after a 7-seater van rammed into a truck in Tuvu, Lautoka, last night.
Police say a 37-yea
Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga was stopped from making any comments in Parliament today on the recent conviction of Justin Ho and 8 others in the $2 billion methamphe
Sergeant Penieli Ratei and Police Constable Tomasi Naulu were found guilty of taking and uploading a photo of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama's brother, Jonecani
Residents of Savusavu are calling on the government to upgrade the Savusavu Sub-Divisional Hospital mortuary, which can only accommodate eight bodies, and when it breaks
FMF Foods Limited is venturing into a new field with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Yunnan Maimiao Automobile Service Company Limited, marking a strate
One of the most trusted people in convicted drug accused, Justin Ho's drug circle who has turned into a prosecution witness has agreed that the drug circle dealing with t
Sakiusa Tuva, one of the 9 convicted drug accused in the $2 billion methamphetamine trial, agreed in the Lautoka High Court that he refused to give police the password fo
Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua has questioned whether Fiji should continue committing to every peacekeeping request, or if it’s time to reassess the scale, alignm
With students from St Thomas Primary and Lovu Sangam Primary School still studying in tents, discussions are underway about rebuilding new classrooms.
While speaking
Minister for Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka has assured Fijians that the country’s aviation system remains safe, as the government takes proactive steps in response to t
Deputy Director of Human Resources at the Fiji Police Force, Jovilisi Leweniqila says former Police Commissioner, Sitiveni Qiliho gave the directive to terminate Sergeant
Minister for Public Works Ro Filipe Tuisawau has dismissed criticism by Opposition MP Ketan Lal over the state of Fiji’s roads, saying Lal’s comments are politically
As the government is owed almost $33.5 million in arrears from State lease, Minister for Lands Filimoni Vosarogo is encouraging all lessees to make full use of the amnest
The ongoing repairs to the Vunidrodro Bridge in Nabekavu, Labasa are expected to significantly improve safety and accessibility for local residents.
The Fiji Roads Aut
Significant efforts are underway to transform Savusavu – including installation of CCTV cameras and more foot patrols by Police to improve safety, proper landfill and a
FICAC has started extradition proceedings against Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde this morning.
Acting FICAC Commissioner, Lavi Rokoika brought forw
The National Disaster Management Office has conducted a Tsunami siren test at 11am today in Suva, and no evacuation is needed.
The NDMO states that this exercise is pa
Opposition Leader and former Minister for Defence, Inia Seruiratu says the Prime Minister has no authority to terminate police officers
Seruiratu took the stand as the
Developments in satellite technology, subsea cable connectivity, spectrum management, and efforts to drive meaningful connectivity have been key focus areas for the Polic
25-year-old Kenona Toakasa, who allegedly caused the death of her partner in Tavua, has been remanded in custody.
Toakasa appeared before Magistrate Timoci Qalinauci a
People are advised to be prepared as a heavy rain alert remains in force for Southern and Eastern Viti Levu, including Suva-Nausori-Navua, Momi-Sigatoka-Korolevu, Serua-N
Dengue fever remains a concern in Fiji with 10,969 cumulative dengue cases recorded from the 1st of January to the 15th of June this year while 8 people unfortunately los
FICAC has charged Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde.
The Commission says the charges relate to allegations that Pryde approved and received payment to
A bullet casing found inside the overhead locker of a Fiji Airways flight earlier this year has been confirmed as non-threatening and was immediately neutralised upon dis
Concerns have emerged over delays and the integrity of the review report on Fiji’s three major universities.
Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says that the Hig
Commisioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu has strongly stated that police officers should not be obstructing the work of the media.
This is after members of the media goi
The Fijian Media Association is calling for answers and expresses deep concern about the issue of journalists from various media outlets being blocked from covering the c
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications Manoa Kamikamica has clarified that the deployment of 5G should address local pain points and have use cases that be
One of the 9 convicted drug accused in the $2 billion methamphetamine trial who also gave evidence for the prosecution, Cathy Tuirabe has said she was wrapping packages i
Government MP Lynda Tabuya has been appointed as the Minister for Information while Tomasi Tunabuna and Inosi Kuridrani have been appointed as Minister and Assistant Mini
One of the 9 convicted persons in the $2 billion methamphetamine trial, David Heritage had approached David Wright, a person who runs a barge business in Vuda as he wante
FICAC has sought additional time to respond to submissions made by the defence counsel for Fijian Broadcasting Corporation’s Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar, who
Bail has been granted for the 5 suspended Police officers charged for their alleged involved in an assault and extortion case against a Nasinu businessman last week.
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6 men are in custody after Police conducted early morning raids at five locations in the Central and Southern Divisions this morning.
Acting Assistant Commissioner of
Chief Justice Salesi Temo will deliver his ruling on August 15th regarding former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum’s application to vary his bail conditions to allo
There is confirmation based on evidence presented in the $2 billion methamphetamine trial of the 9 convicted drug accused that three foreigners involved in this case were
A primary school teacher has been charged for allegedly assaulting a Year 7 student in school.
The teacher, Vincent Anusheel Chandra appeared in the Nadi Magistrates C
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has sanctioned charges against five police officers for their alleged involvement in an assault and extortion case agai
The woman alleged to have caused the death of her partner in Tavua has been charged and will appear at the Tavua Magistrates Court today.
Police say the 25-year old ac
There was an early morning raid conducted by the Fiji Police Force at a house along Waimanu Road in Suva this morning which is suspected to be a place from where a drug d
A volcano in far eastern Russia has erupted for the first time in more than 500 years, which experts say may be linked to last week's massive earthquake.
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