As preparatory discussions continue around the country on the proposed Truth and Reconciliation Commission, YB flashed back to similar debates held the first time this to
The Miss Hibiscus 2024 contestants enjoyed their morning tea at the Vodafone headquarters today, continuing a Vodafone tradition of welcoming the Hibiscus contestants at
Two men will be produced in the Nasinu Magistrates Court today after they were charged by the Fiji Police Mpaisa Task Force for separate cases of Obtaining Financial Adva
Kiwi UFC star Israel Adesanya was filmed as he was challenged to fight on a central Auckland street on Wednesday
Adesanya, who was seen on K’ Rd beside his McLaren c
The Naitasiri Provincial Council aims to fill the 50 to 54 percent of vacant chiefly position by next year.
Naitasiri Provincial Council Chairman Ratu Jone Baledrokadr
Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica says the eBay shop online recruitment scam, one of the largest in Fiji's history, has had a devastating impact on our people and br
The time allocated for supplementary questions by Opposition Members of Parliament has been extended to five minutes again after MP Jone Usamate raised concerns in Parlia
The University of the South Pacific Laucala Campus is witnessing a remarkable milestone as women make up 61.12 percent of the 1,147 students graduating over two days grad
Rakesh Douglas's family has travelled from Vanuatu to honour their son's milestone achievement as he graduated today with a Bachelor of Commerce degree majoring in Econom
As Nari Sabha marks its 100th Anniversary, the organization honours its legacy of advocating for women's empowerment and social reform while pledging to continue shaping
A boy accused of killing four people at his Apalachee High School in Georgia was interviewed last year by police about anonymous online threats according to the FBI.
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Miss Hibiscus Festival 2024 contestants agree that having an e-ticketing system in Fiji is great but they want an efficient system.
This was highlighted by the contest
The Fiji Roads Authority emphasizes that it is committed to addressing the concerns raised by the Construction Energy Timber Workers Union, where FRA employees who are me
ANZ New Zealand’s CEO Antonia Watson will visit Fiji next week as part of a week-long visit to the Pacific.
The CEO oversees the running of ANZ in New Zealand and ha
Making history one beat at time as Fiji’s first ever female band “Marama” will rock the stage at the Miss Hibiscus Festival tonight.
The band has been formed und
The influence of social issues in our community has resulted in an increasing number of youths becoming involved in drugs.
This has been highlighted by President, Ratu
I'm shocked but not surprised, and the government and the appointing authority should be held responsible for this.
Leader of Opposition, Inia Seruiratu highlighted th
Newly appointed FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali was questioned by FICAC this morning.
Malimali was questioned in relation to an allegation of abuse of office, and
Fiji born singer and former Marist Brothers High School student, Roland Williams has made it through the Blind Auditions on The Voice Australia Season 13.
Williams san
It was a night of elegance as the nine Miss Hibiscus 2024 contestants showcased their traditional gifts to members of the public gathered at the Suva Civic Centre.
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Six Permanent Secretaries have been reappointed by the Public Service Commission with the support of the Prime Minister.
Pita Tagicakirewa has been reappointed Permane
Opposition MP, Premila Kumar says the announcement of Electoral Commission Chairperson, Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner comes as a shock to many, especially consid
There is confirmation this morning that newly appointed FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali is currently being questioned by FICAC.
fijivillage News has received con
Four people were killed in the shooting at Apalachee High School, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Nine people were taken to the hospital with injurie
The visit by the President of the World Bank Group Ajay Banga is a significant one in terms of financing Fiji and the rest of the Pacific Islands.
This was highlighte
Acting Deputy Commissioner of FICAC, Francis Puleiwai says Electoral Commission Chairperson, Barbara Malimali is still under investigation by FICAC although she is coming
Tacirua East residents have no street lights in their area and they are raising concerns regarding their safety at night, as everyone who gets off Khalsa Road has to wal
Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry has strongly denounced what he calls the ‘underhanded manner’ in which the appointment of Barbara Malimali as Commissioner
18 people were charged with a total of 28 counts of non-sexual violence offences in August, including a 55-year-old man, who was charged with an act with intent to cause
Suva is one of the fastest developing cities in Fiji and to track drug dealers and theft issues, we need Councils to install surveillance cameras in our communities.
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The 2024 Miss Hibiscus contestants were hosted to lunch at Bar Belle restaurant today as part of their day five community tour.
The contestants were treated to differe
The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption conducted a search yesterday at the Electoral Commission relating to an ongoing investigation against Election Commissi
A pregnant woman and several children are among 12 people who died after a boat carrying dozens of migrants capsized off the French coast, in the English Channel.
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The US has charged Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and several other prominent figures in the Palestinian group in connection with its deadly attack in Israel on 7th October la
People can expect an exciting line-up of entertainment tonight at the Miss Hibiscus 2024 Festival, as the local entertaining band Inside Out will take centre stage.
In
Fifty secondary schools will be participating in the IQ Active 2024 competition with more than 200 students.
This is also the first time the IQ Active competition will
Three people are in police custody for unlawful possession of illicit drugs believed to be marijuana and methamphetamine after spot checks conducted by officers on foot p
The employees of Fiji Roads Authority FRA who are members of the Construction Energy and Timber Workers Union of Fiji (CETWUF) have overwhelmingly voted to take possible
The remaining 50 percent of the Free Education Grants for term two is expected to be paid out to every school by the end of this week.
While speaking to fijivillage N
Police are urging parents and guardians to be aware of their children’s whereabouts at all times after two reports of missing children who were later reunited with thei
$12.3 million dollars was the total proceeds from the sandalwood trade between 2010-2022 as the Government exported a total of 154,172.00 kilograms of sandalwood with the
Indian para-athlete Sumit Antil is the first ever male athlete to defend his gold medal in the Paralympics after setting a new Paralympic record of 70.59m in the men’s
Fiji has signed the Open Sky Agreement with the United States after it was approved by the Cabinet.
While delivering his ministerial statement in Parliament, Prime Min
It’s a sad day today for 22 people who have been left homeless after a fire destroyed two houses in Sele Road in Caubati.
The National Fire Authority says an investi
Miss Hibiscus 2024 has also brought cuddles of joy with 53 babies taking part in the Hibiscus Baby Show today.
The criteria was to assess the babies’ physical develo
Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua has called on the Great Council of Chiefs Chairman, Ratu Viliame Seruvakula to provide him the names of those dr
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya says gender based violence is not just the Ministry’s responsibility to deal with as it is a whole of
12 incidents of serious sex offences reported for last month were cases where the victims and the accused were related to one another.
The Office of the Director of Pu
Starlink has played a major role in connecting the unconnected to the digital world, with thousands of Fijians around the country placing their orders for a Starlink Kit.
The Pacific's top regional body has denied that it buckled to pressure from China by deleting a line referring to Taiwan in a communique issued by regional leaders late l
A fallen tree on the 132,000 Volts Transmission Energy Fiji Limited Line from Wailoa Power Station to Cunningham Road Zone Substation in Suva has caused power disruptions
The Coalition Government is making sure that Ministries and government officials are mindful of ensuring that they do not waste taxpayer funds on unnecessary things.
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A team from Aitken Spence PLC, a prominent Sri Lankan conglomerate, through its subsidiary Elpitiya Plantations’ is exploring potential business ventures within the agr
The National Occupational Health and Safety Service of the Employment Ministry is conducting a preliminary OHS investigation over the recent amusement ride incident that
260 residents in a village in Naitasiri have better lights after the installation of 45 solar street lights improving safety and supporting early morning activities by th
A 27-year-old man is in custody for his alleged involvement in an aggravated robbery at a secondary school in Lautoka yesterday.
Assistant Commissioner of Police – O
The people of Kavala in the island of Kadavu are calling on the government to fix serious problems at their health centre as they are concerned about outdated infrastruct
Bail has been extended for former Health Minister Doctor Neil Sharma and former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum in relation to the Health Ministry tender case.
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Police are yet to reveal any progress in relation to the 29-year-old man held for questioning who is believed to be a key player in the local illicit drug trade.
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Joe Biden has says Benjamin Netanyahu is not doing enough to secure a hostage deal and ceasefire with Hamas, amid reports suggesting a new proposal would be sent to the I
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says questions raised in news reports about the implications of the immunity provisions of the 2013 Constitution based on the work of the
The Miss Universe Fiji licensee has terminated the contract organiser for the 2024 Fiji Miss Universe held over the weekend, after they failed to follow protocol, and cau
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad supports Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s call to government officials not to have kalavata (matc
The Coalition Government is reducing its budget on things like kalavata (matching traditional outfits) and big feasts that are usually organised by government officials a
Fiji remains strategically focused on leveraging the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations to boost economic growth in the country.
Deputy Prime Minister and
The Personal Property Security Registry that is managed by the Reserve Bank of Fiji has recorded over 120,000 notices filed by more than 120 clients, including banks, cre
The Suva City Council is conducting its own internal investigation into the amusement ride malfunction at the Miss Hibiscus Festival and routine maintenance and safety in
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says his primary goal is to restore Fiji's position on the global stage as friends to all and enemy to none.
While updating Parliament t
Bringing back the death penalty will not solve the drug issues in Fiji.
Those were the words of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka while speaking to fijivillage News in Pa
The Ministry of Education has introduced secondary school graduates to teach at the primary level in response to 580 vacant primary school teacher positions while new tea
A controversial decision by judges on the night incorrectly awarded the wrong winner at the Miss Universe Fiji Gala Top Ten finalists Event held at the Pearl Resort, that
Russian air defences have intercepted and destroyed 158 Ukrainian drones overnight, including two over Moscow and nine over the surrounding region, according to Russia's
Eight Fiji Police officers are the first to successfully graduate from the Child Specialist Interview Training facilitated by the New Zealand Police under the Fiji Police
Many people gathered on Day 2 of the Miss Hibiscus Festival to be part of the Indian Night entertainment provided by Navtarang and Radio Sargam personalities.
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The Suva Magistrates Court has ruled that a former Senior Engineer, Mohammed Shafraaz Ali with the Water Authority of Fiji has a case to answer for corruption-related cha
A 29-year-old man who is believed to be a key player in the local illicit drug trade, has been arrested at his home in Lautoka after being allegedly found with white crys
Fiji Labour Party Leader and former Prime Minister, Mahendra Chaudhry is concerned about RFMF Commander, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai’s comments on the reintegratio
Given the peculiar nature of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and its internal dynamics and organizational structure, we sincerely believe that a united front within
The 2024 Miss Hibiscus contestants were hosted to lunch by Zam Zam Restaurant today in Samabula as part of their day 2 community tour.
The 9 contestants enjoyed the va
The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai says the RFMF has been invited to be part of the Coalition Government’s national
The Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health will be opening the new National Rehabilitation Centre as part of their o
Fiji-born Highlanders winger Timoci Tavatavanawai played an instrumental role in helping the Tasman Makos claim a 34-15 win over Bay of Plenty in round 4 of the Bunnings
The Navtarang and Radio Sargam personalities will be taking over the stage at the Hibiscus Festival 2024 tonight with exciting line up that they have provided for the pub
As we celebrate Father’s Day today, one thing that former Wallabies winger and Fiji-born rugby player Henry Speight longs for is for his son to know him as a rugby play
Fiji’s weightlifters, Taniela Rainibogi and Miriama Taletawa were awarded the Fiji Sports Council 2023 Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year respectively during the Fij
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he is encouraging his cabinet ministers to avoid wearing kalavata (matching traditional outfits) at various events while people are su
This year’s Hibiscus Festival will focus on highlighting our rich cultural heritage and while one contestant will wear the crown and represent our nation on the regiona
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