The villagers of Vunivau in Labasa have been raising the need to relocate their village for the past six years, yet nothing has been done by the government.
This has b
The Uto ni Yalo Trust has shared their frustration over the theft of essential tools from their container at the National Sailing Centre, which are vital to their canoe-b
As Girmit Day commemoration events begin in Labasa today, Global Girmit Institute says a lack of knowledge about the hardships the Indians faced during the Girmit era is
Anyone found involved in drug activities in the Vanua of Suva will be forcefully removed.
This is the message from Tui Suva Ratu Sanaila Madanavosa when questioned by
There has clearly been some tension at the top over the last week or so. Don’t panic not the change of Government kind, those days are over, but there has certainly bee
People should be prepared for a rainy long weekend as a heavy rain warning is now in force for the whole of Fiji.
The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure
SODELPA General Secretary, Viliame Takayawa Junior says the party has received nothing in writing after Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka revealed today that he will decide
A local SME business owner and operator for a long time, Mahesh Syndicate says they are deeply concerned by the recent surge in burglaries, attempted break-ins, and theft
With reckless driving behaviours flagged by the Land Transport Authority as the main cause of road crashes and fatalities on our roads, the Authority has cancelled 70 dri
14-year-old Sidney Ilaise Tupou Vakalahi from Navua has been missing since April 1st last year.
Police say Vakalahi was reported missing at the Navua Police Station la
Today marks a momentous occasion for the 106 women who are part of the 2024 cohort of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, graduating after completing their programmes.
Fiji and Tonga have prioritized collaboration in tourism, aviation links, attracting foreign investment, and improving worker mobility.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minis
India has accused Pakistan of attacking three of its military bases with drones and missiles, a claim which has been denied by Islamabad.
The Indian Army says it had f
This weekends Girmit Open Golf Championship has been postponed due to bad weather.
Organisers, Global Girmit Institute says the championship will now be held during th
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner, Sitiveni Qiliho's constitutional matter in the Police officers sacking case, has been remitted to
Great news for people travelling along the Queens Highway as the groundbreaking ceremony for the $70 million the Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge, funded by the Japanese Government,
The European Union Delegation to the Pacific came together in numbers at Novotel, Lami to celebrate Europe Day and also commemorate 75 years of the historic Schuman Decla
Unfortunately, people like Opposition MP Alvick Maharaj and former Minister for Economy Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum continue to lie thinking that it will improve their political
Doctor Eci Naisele, the new Director of Higher Education Commission of Fiji has been welcomed in high spirits by staff members and other members of the educational sector
Itoje captained England to a second-place finish in this year's Six Nations in his first five matches since taking over from Jamie George.
"It is hard to articulate. I
She was the most influential style icon of the 1990s. And the Met Gala was, as it is today, fashion’s biggest night out. So, while it may come as a surprise that Prince
The dreams of countless families, market vendors, and commuters in Seaqaqa will soon become a reality, as the new Seaqaqa Market and Bus Stand is set to be completed by t
Calls are being made to journalists to ensure that AI serves to strengthen rather than weaken independent journalism which remains essential to holding power accountable
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States of America has been elected the 267th Pope.
CNN News say that Pope Prevost, a 69-year-old from Chicago, Illinois,
Fiji 7s Olympic silver medalist and Top 14 France base Castres winger Josaia Raisuqe has sadly lost his life while he was on his way for training yesterday.
He hit a t
Unfortunately, so far nothing has been done to preserve the memories of the Girmitiyas and there is a need to introduce it in the school curriculum, to establish museums
Immigration Minister, Viliame Naupoto says they are in the process of forming a team to include the Immigration Department, the Ministry of Employment, Ministry of Health
FICAC executed a search warrant at the Fiji Sports Council Headquarters earlier today.
fijivillage News has asked FICAC for further details on why the search was condu
Chris Pelkey died in a road rage shooting in Arizona three years ago but with the help of artificial intelligence, he returned earlier this month at his killer's sentenci
A well-supported teacher is empowered to put in more effort and inspire more people, and a child who is given proper attention and support in the pursuit of education bec
Farmers in Sabeto Valley in Sigatoka and surrounding areas will no longer have to sell their produce at lower prices out of fear of spoilage, as Prime Minister Sitiveni R
FICAC has commenced preliminary inquiries into allegations raised by 26 Bangladeshi workers who claim to have been subjected to mistreatment by their employer.
The aff
The current global uncertainty as a result of tariff wars and geopolitical tensions may have significant financial implications on small island states in the Pacific if t
A prominent lawyer from Labasa has been charged with one count of indecently insulting or annoying a person.
Amrit Sen from Wailevu, Labasa appeared in the Labasa Magi
The presence of two women officers, including Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, leading the official briefing on the Indian military strikes on ter
The investigation file into the death of 35-year-old Richard Mock will be submitted to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions tomorrow for independent review a
Aggravated burglaries and robberies remain a major concern in the country as the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirms there was one incident where a 21-
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has reported a total revenue collection of $2.281 billion between August 2024 and March 2025, with 69 percent of the revenue collecte
The Pakistan-based leader of a militant group says 10 of his relatives have been killed in a missile strike by India.
Masood Azhar, chief of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), sa
Black smoke emerged from the chimney over the Sistine Chapel, signalling that a first ballot had been held at the conclave and had concluded without the election of a Pop
In the late 1970s and 1980s, the Indo-Fijian population was about 52 percent, however, this has declined to about 33 percent over the years.
Minister for Multi-Ethnic
Tensions continue to escalate between India and Pakistan, after India launches missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
Pakistani Prime Minister
Catholic cardinals are gathering at the Vatican to elect Pope Francis's successor, who died on April 21.
The ABC News say the voting will take place in the Sistine Cha
The Construction, Energy and Timber Workers Union of Fiji (CETWUF) is in the process of preparing a notice to conduct secret ballot for strike action against Energy Fiji
We want to ensure that Girmit history is part of the curriculum so that the young generation understand the history and discussions are ongoing with the Ministry of Educa
The overtime pay for medical imaging technologists, senior pharmacy technicians, biomedical technical officers, dental technicians, junior physiotherapists, health inspec
Prime Minister and Chairman of the Constitutional Offices Commission, Sitiveni Rabuka has today confirmed that the drinking issue regarding the Acting Corrections Commiss
Pakistan Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar says eight civilians have died and 35 others have been injured following an attack on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kash
Fashion may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about papal legacies, but Pope Francis, who died Monday, had an individual sense of style — one that
TravelOnline, a major Australian Tour Operator that sends over 27,000 passengers to Fiji annually in partnership with its ground operator Rosie Holidays, has injected $25
Junior police officers require more training to effectively handle domestic violence cases.
Fiji Police Force Sexual Offences Investigator Vani Rogoimuri highlighted t
A national football player in custody for an alleged rape matter.
Police have confirmed this to fijivillage News.
They say investigations continue.
They have not
The United States of America Blue Ridge Navy Band lit up Ratu Sukuna Park last night with some good old country and classic music that brought people from all walks of li
Cabinet has agreed to seek an opinion from the Supreme Court on the interpretation and application of the amendment provisions of the 2013 Constitution. Cabinet has als
The Suva City Council is ready to herald a new era of safety and convenience for public transport users in Suva as the extensive rehabilitation works at the Suva Bus Stan
The Indian government says it has launched an attack on nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
Pakistani military spokesperson Ahmed Sharif says sev
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change clarifies that it does not and will never engage in incentivising children to clean up waste at public events.
In respon
The Construction, Energy and Timber Workers Union of Fiji (CETWUF) have come to a unanimous decision to conduct a secret ballot for strike action against Energy Fiji Limi
As we look forward to celebrating 146th Girmit Day this weekend, 97-year-old Shiu Kumari from Wainikoro, Labasa, shared her memories of the past and her grandfather’s b
The Government of Japan has provided Fiji with a total of $27.2 million for a new vessel to support disaster response efforts.
The government says the vessel will be p
Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori could have a new home in the future as the land lease is expiring in 2028 and there are indications that the landowners have no intention to
The villagers of Yanuca, in the province of Serua, have raised serious concerns about the water issue they have been facing for decades.
While speaking to fijivillage
Residents and landowners of Vunisea in Kadavu are raising concerns about the illegal dumping of rubbish by government officials and lack of proper disposal solutions.
People can expect long-term solutions to address traffic congestion to begin within the next 12 months, as Minister for Transport Ro Filipe Tuisawau has confirmed plans t
Energy Fiji Limited Board Chairman Rokoseru Nabalarua says people taking offers overseas are now finding out that it is not cheap living in that particular country and ar
Questions are now arising on whether the drinking issue regarding Acting Corrections Commissioner, Sevuloni Naucukidi was taken into account before he was appointed as th
We are not saying all middlemen are bad but some are using farmers’ struggles to make big profits and this must stop.
This has been highlighted by Minister for Agric
Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says a preliminary investigation indicates the viral nightclub fight video of Acting Corrections Commissioner Sevuloni Naucukidi is lik
M-PAiSA Mastercard is giving one lucky customer to go and watch the Women's Rugby World Cup Finals at the Twickenham Stadium in London this September following the launch
A 34-year-old man and two 31-year-old women have been charged with multiple counts of assault causing actual bodily harm, grievous harm, unlawful wounding and criminally
U.S President Donald Trump has announced a 100 percent tariff on all movies “produced in Foreign Lands”, saying the US film industry was dying a “very fast death”
Apisai Madigibuli, who allegedly murdered his 25-year-old wife last year has filed a bail application as he fears the risk of contracting HIV.
Madigibuli is charged wi
50 percent of the 443 HIV cases identified from January to September last year have been linked to needle sharing while 54 percent of the 1,093 new HIV cases recorded are
Managing Director of Houng Lee Kaba Jacob Limited and former Director of Telecom Fiji Limited, Sanjay Kaba will appear in court on the 27th of June for his case.
Kaba
Fiji’s Ambassador to Indonesia Amenatave Yauvoli has been appointed as Acting Permanent Secretary for the Civil Service and Public Enterprises.
Yauvoli has previousl
Minister for Employment Agni Deo Singh says investigations into FHL Tower where a construction worker was electrocuted are ongoing while work continues on the tower after
Drivers and people living in the coastal areas from Natadola to Vatukarasa along the Coral Coast on Queens Highway, Kadavu, and nearby smaller islands, Vatulele, Beqa, Lo
Fiji’s inflation rate dropped to -0.9 percent in April 2025, marking the lowest monthly rate since May 2021 and a significant decline from 7.1 percent recorded in April
The Online Safety Commission has received a complaint regarding a video currently circulating which shows a senior government official involved in an altercation at a loc
United States of America Navy Vessel 7th Fleet Flagship USS Blue Ridge LCC 19, the oldest operational Navy Vessel in operation with 1,000 Navy crew members on board, is i
Prime Minister and Constitutional Offices Commission Chairman, Sitiveni Rabuka says he will need to verify the date of the incident involving the Acting Commissioner of F
Companies listed on the South Pacific Stock Exchange have collectively declared $43 million in dividends from January to April this, continuing a strong trend of deliveri
FICAC will not be able to continue to prosecute Benjamin Padarath, who was charged with sedition, attempting to defeat the course of justice, destroying evidence and diso
Residents of Talasiga Road off Rewa Street in Suva are raising concerns about the impact of a burst pipe on their road.
A concerned citizen had sent a video to fijivil
Following serious concerns regarding the high number of accidents and a death at the Wainibuku roundabout in 9 miles, the Fiji Roads Authority says it is a black spot for
A 12-year-old boy was charged with the rape of his 6-year-old cousin, while a 26-year-old man was charged with the rape and sexual assault of a 5-year-old boy last month.
16-year-old weightlifting sensation Nehemiah Elder has become the first-ever Fijian Weightlifter to win gold at any World Championship event.
Elder created history by
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
The Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service has clarified that scholarships are given to successful students who meet the eligibility criteria, and gender and ethnicity
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
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