A European Union privacy watchdog fined TikTok US$600 million after a four-year investigation found that the video sharing app’s data transfers to China put users at ri
The rate of reporting on gender-based violence in Fiji is currently increasing as more people are working in this area and women are being encouraged to speak out about t
Good news for the people of Vanuabalavu as the Fiji Roads Authority has announced the official reopening of the Lomaloma Jetty yesterday.
The revitalization of Lomalo
It is most unfortunate that some sections of policy makers - led by educationists - continue to harp on racial allocation of scholarship funding.
Pacific Polytech Chai
Concerns have been raised by drivers about waiting for at least 30 minutes in traffic along Milverton Road and Brown Street as unscheduled road works are being carried ou
Following huge concerns about pirate taxis, the Minister for Transport, Ro Filipe Tuisawau, says they will need to bring them into the legal framework.
In a video mess
Prime Minister and Constitutional Offices Commission Chairman, Sitiveni Rabuka is yet to comment on the incident where Acting Commissioner of Corrections, Sevuloni Naucuk
FICAC, through its Legal and Prosecution Department, received and assessed 34 complaints from the 1st to the 30 of April 2025.
FICAC says of these, 21 were determined
Spain and South Africa put on dominating performances in their respective semi final matches to book a Men’s Cup Final showdown in the HSBC World Championship Final in
Independent MP Jone Usamate empasized that the Republic of Fiji Military Forces has been devastating for this country with the coups, and the effect has impacted many gen
$25.3 million is the amount of unpaid rent owed to the i-Taukei Land Trust Board as of the 25th of last month, a drop by $6.4 million.
This was revealed by the Ministe
The Government is expected to table the Employment Relations Bill in June despite it being rejected by the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation.
The Federation decli
We are looking forward to the Blues as we have a six-day turnaround, and it is just good to be home.
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Coach Glen Jackson stated this to the m
Five men have been arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences as part of an investigation into a suspected plot to "target a specific premises.
The Metropolitan Polic
Pacific Recycling Foundation Founder and Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited CEO Amitesh Deo is calling for a stop in using students to clean up waste at public events.
Deo r
Tailevu Provincial Council Chairman Semi Matalau is urging farmers in Tailevu to use their land effectively and adopt a business mindset in farming.
While speaking at
US President Donald Trump has attracted criticism from some Catholics after posting an AI-generated image of himself as the Pope.
The picture, which was shared by offi
Fashion enthusiasts can look forward to some amazing designs being showcased at the 18th Fiji Fashion Week Show, which will be held on the 30th and 31st of May at the Vod
Great news for those students who have graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry from the Fiji National University, as the Ministry of Agricult
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has sent his congratulations to his counterpart Anthony Albanese who has been re-elected as Australian Prime Minister.
Rabuka says as Vu
Minister for Health Dr Atonio Lalabalavu has stated that they have sufficient supply of saline solution bottles to last Fiji for the next 5 to 6 months.
This is after
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s won their second match, defeating France 26-22 at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Los Angeles this morning.
Fiji scored two tries in th
Anthony Albanese becomes the first prime minister since John Howard in 2004 to win re-election, ending a cycle of one-term leaders over almost two decades, and he becomes
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side have just been thumped 26-5 by Australia in their first pool game at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Los Angeles.
Australia put on
Around the world, journalists face threats and censorship in their pursuit of illuminating issues that matter and giving voice to the voiceless, nameless, and faceless.
The two men earlier charged and produced in court for an alleged aggravated robbery case in Savusavu last month, are now being investigated for alleged murder.
Assista
Replacement centre Isikeli Rabitu broke the hearts of the Reds side as he scored a converted try at the stroke of full time to give the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua a 36-33
Prince Harry has revealed that his father, King Charles III, no longer speaks to him and that he cannot imagine bringing his family back to the UK after losing a court ca
The Suva Taxi Association has welcomed the revert of operation system from open taxi rank system to municipal stand and base system.
Suva Taxi Association President, R
After a poor performance last week against Moana Pasifika, the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are looking to redeem themselves when they host the Queensland Reds in round 12
The new facility being built for the South Pacific Community (SPC) in Suva is expected to significantly enhance how the organisation operates and deliver its services to
With domestic violence continuing to be a concern for the country, the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre says 57 women have passed away in the last 12 years due to domestic vi
Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh has stressed the importance of the relationship with Fiji after meeting with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.
Waugh and a Rugby Australia
The Taxi Base and Stand System will be re-introduced after the Land Transport Amendment Bill 2025 was passed in Parliament.
26 MPs voted for it, 6 did not vote, while
As part of its urgent response to Fiji’s escalating HIV outbreak, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Health, has announced the handover
Kava Bars around Fiji have now been ordered to close at 1am effective immediately through the Government’s directive.
This has been confirmed by the Deputy Prime Min
University of Fiji Vice-Chancellor Professor Shaista Shameem says artificial intelligence is a mixed blessing for journalism, as it makes the production and dissemination
We thought it was time to take a break from domestic “navel gazing’ and focus instead on Fiji and its position in the world post Donald Trump taking power.
Followi
Many people have been discussing the distribution of the 8,700 scholarships for 2025, with the majority of recipients reportedly being of iTaukei ethnicity.
With the b
The Bangladeshi workers employed at Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Singh’s farm in Waiqele, Labasa now have received their annual du
Following serious concerns regarding the repeated loud noise in residential areas after a loud church service at Lagilagi Housing resulted in a girl’s desperate plea fo
The Land Transport Authority is reviewing various aspects of its operations, including the licensing and monitoring of provisional licenses.
This follows growing conce
The University of Fiji hosted a successful Avant Garde Art Exhibition on the evening of April 30th at its Samabula Campus, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to f
Cruise tourism contributes US$21.4 million directly to the Fijian economy, and with a flow-on effect, the indirect contribution to the economy is estimated at $22.7 milli
The safety of our future leaders and the handover of these road safety kits to schools is not just a corporate responsibility but a personal one as well as a mother.
T
Ratu Inoke Rabukawaqa, the Head Boy of Suva Grammar School, led 998 students during their Cadet Passout Parade and was awarded the Baton of Honour for leadership.
The
5 people are making a great start to the weekend after winning some amazing prizes in the M-Paisa Promotion Prize Draw, which was held this morning by the Hot Bread Kitch
Minister for Employment, Agni Deo Singh has clarified that the Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Singh, is not under investigation over a
McDonald's has suffered its biggest drop in US sales since the height of COVID, a fall that it said was driven by people's concerns over the US economy.
Despite a mark
Great news for civil servants in Kadavu after the government has formalised contracts with two successful contractors who will undertake essential maintenance works on go
Fiji National University Natabua Campus, Assistant Professor Mohammed Feroz Ali has raised concerns about how PEMAC is taught in schools, saying that research has shown t
A man and a woman will be produced in the Nadi Magistrates Court today, jointly charged with the alleged possession of illicit drugs and cash of over $20,000 believed to
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs Lenora Qereqeretabua says the Parliamentary Standing Committee for Foreign Affairs and Defence is recommending an increased budget
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua CEO, Mark Evans appeared on a special fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan.
The show focuses on the Drua’s performance this season
A family in Waidamudamu Road in Vunimoli, Labasa has been left homeless after a fire destroyed their 4-bedroom house.
Sharmendra Kamal Bhan, the house owner, told fiji
Attorney General Graham Leung says in the past, FICAC has been accused of being a political tool, particularly during the last administration.
While contributing to th
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he will have to read the Commission of Inquiry report and decide the follow up actions his powers allow him to take.
Rabuka confirm
Crusaders playmaker Taha Kemara has been ruled out of the remaining Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season with a ruptured ACL in his left knee.
The 22-year-old had be
President, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has today confirmed that he will await and be guided by advice from Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka on the publication of the Commissio
A family in Waidamudamu Road in Vunimoli, Labasa has been left homeless after a fire destroyed their 4-bedroom house yesterday.
Sharmendra Kamal Bhan, the house owner,
Following concerns about the lack of security checks and screenings at Taveuni and Nausori Airports, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka
As Parliament observed a moment of silence to remember those who lost their lives to domestic violence, questions are being asked on why 2 out of 3 men in this country th
Following the law is one thing — but doing what is right for your workers is another.
This is the message shared by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka to the employer of
Minister for Lands Filimoni Vosarogo has raised a point of order in Parliament, calling on Opposition MP Rinesh Sharma to withdraw his statement regarding drugs found in
As usual, the Leader of the Fiji Labour Party is lying again.
This is the response from the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad, on b
School heads are in a position to influence both teachers and students, shaping the future of generations to come.
While speaking at the closing of the 131st Fiji Prin
MetService has upgraded its Wellington wind warning to red, the highest warning possible.
Wellingtonians are being warned to stay away from doors and windows as the hi
It was a heartbreaking morning for a family residing in Waidamudamu Road in Vunimoli, Labasa, as their 4-bedroom house was destroyed by fire yesterday morning.
Sharlme
Following recent road accidents and reckless driving behaviours among Public Service Vehicle (PSV) drivers, the National Joint Enforcement Joint Order between the Land Tr
Medical services in the country are expected to be boosted following a donation of medical equipment worth $10 million from the Japanese Government to help the ailing hea
47-year-old Daniel Prasad, who is charged with the murder of his 28-year-old partner Karishma Chaudhry in Kerebula, Nadi over the weekend, has been remanded in custody.
VITIFM personality, Paula Roko Nabuta fondly known as ‘Ouch Mama’ will be laid to rest today.
The funeral service will start at 10am today at Saint Mark Anglican C
A 13-year-old student is the youngest patient to have tested positive for HIV.
This was revealed by Ema Rakaususu, a representative from the Ministry of Health’s Dep
The Land Transport Amendment Bill 2025 will be debated in Parliament today.
The Bill was moved by the Minister for Public Works, Transport and Meteorological Services
The nation needs to learn from the past, as Fiji’s education system was not founded in secularism but was built largely by religious communities.
Deputy Vice-Chancel
People can expect some relief at the pump and on household gas expenses, as fuel and gas prices will decrease from tomorrow.
The price of unleaded fuel drops from $2.7
There are 20 prohibited migrants that the Ministry of Immigration is currently trying to track down.
This has been confirmed by Minister for Immigration Viliame Naupot
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says when the Coalition Government came into power, the first thing they recognised was that they ne
Speaker of Parliament, Filimoni Jitoko expressed his condolences with other Members of Parliament after the death of a member of the Immigration Ministry staff at Lagilag
$92,310 which was raised last year has been presented during the Bushells Fiji’s Biggest Morning Tea to help transform lives and strengthen cancer care across Fiji.
The time has come for principals to understand the meaning of leadership, separate from their roles as administrators and managers of the school system.
University of
The final journey home of VITIFM personality, Paula Roko Nabuta fondly known as ‘Ouch Mama’ starts this evening.
Roko’s funeral cortege will leave CWM Hospital M
Both the OFC Women’s Nations Cup 2025 and the international rugby test match between Fiji and Scotland will go ahead as scheduled at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva this J
People can hope for easing of traffic congestion during peak hours as the Ministry of Transport, with key stakeholders, will trial some solutions for a month.
While sp
The economic cost of violence against women and girls in Fiji is estimated at over $300 million per year, roughly 7% of our annual GDP.
The Fiji Women's Rights Movemen
Investment Fiji has been awarded the Foreign Direct Investment Award for the South, East Asia and Oceania region at the AIM Investment Awards 2025, held during the Annual
Principals from various schools around the country are currently taking part in the 2025 Fiji Principals Conference at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva.
President of th
Over 50 street youths were registered during the Easter on the Park Program, with two youths gaining casual employment post-event, seven youths under the age of 25 years
The Lautoka City Council is currently owed $10 million in rates and rental arrears according to figures presented in Parliament during the debate on the Council’s 2015�
Minister for Lands Filimoni Vosarogo confirms that there is no mining activity happening at Mount Kasi, and currently, it is an exploration project.
While responding t
A 47-year-old man has been charged for the alleged murder of his 28-year-old partner Karishma Chaudhry in Kerebula, Nadi over the weekend.
He will appear in the Nadi M
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is all set to make his comeback to the big screen with his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par.
While the film's trailer was initially set for
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