Steve Long has been appointed as Digicel Pacific’s CEO and lead its Hub Markets, which include Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Vanuatu, and Nauru.
Long says he is passionate abo
Samuela Tawase, the man who was involved in the alleged sacrilege case at the Shiv Temple in Samabula has had his case adjourned to tomorrow.
Tawase is charged with on
The murder trial of Apisai Madigibuli, accused of killing his 25-year-old wife last year has been vacated after he informed the court of his intention to represent himsel
Police are currently searching for a group of youths who brutally assaulted a man in Lautoka.
The incident, which was caught on video and shared online, shows 5 men ki
46 young adults who once walked the streets, faced countless challenges, and struggled to survive can now earn a decent living after graduating with certificates in Barbe
Following the discovery of an abandoned newborn at one of the hostels at Natabua Campus in Lautoka, the Fiji National University has urged students to access the free, co
No child should be born into isolation and no young girl should ever feel that hiding a pregnancy or abandoning her baby is her only option.
This has been highlighted
The Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu has directed the Criminal Investigations Department to investigate an allegation of assault and corrupt practices involving a n
A heavy rain alert remains in force for the whole of Fiji.
Strong easterly wind flow prevails over the country.
The Nadi Weather Office says an active trough of low
Janet Mason, the counsel who assisted the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali, has been suspended by the New Zealand High Court for one month f
Fiji has made history as the first Small Island Developing State in the Pacific to adopt a fully approved Simplified Early Action Protocol for Tropical Cyclones — a mov
Repair works at the Ellington Wharf are progressing steadily, with the project now 54 percent complete.
The Fiji Roads Authority confirms that all essential piling wor
Leadership (Fiji) Foundation has appointed Dr. Deepak Sharma and Jacqueline Hughes as new members of its Board of Trustees.
Leadership (Fiji) Foundation says their app
A former Principal of Ra High School and the Assistant Teacher of Agriculture charged with alleged financial misconduct appeared in the Rakiraki Magistrates Court this mo
Residents in Labasa are voicing growing concerns over frequent power outages, which have become a regular occurrence — especially on Sundays.
Labasa Town Council Cha
The Fiji Rugby Union is planning to hold negotiations with Wales, Scotland, and England in September, exploring how best to monetise and potentially host the matches agai
Former FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali’s lawyer Tanya Waqanika, has requested permission to cross-examine the President and Prime Minister in Malimali’s case.
Eloni Salagi, a 60-year-old farmer from Naseyani Village in Ra, is encouraging others to make use of the land around them, as it can become a valuable source of income an
Managing Director of Houng Lee Kaba Jacob Limited and former Director of Telecom Fiji Limited, Sanjay Kaba did not appear in court this morning for his case.
Kaba is c
A heavy rain alert is now in force for the whole of Fiji.
Strong easterly wind flow prevails over the country.
The Nadi Weather Office says an active trough of low
Police have launched an investigation after a newborn baby was found inside a sanitary bin in the washroom of a tertiary institution hostel in Lautoka.
The discovery w
American actor and professional wrestler, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has sent his condolences following the passing of George “Fiji” Veikoso.
The Rock says he w
Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday’s super hit romance-drama Saiyaara has surpassed the lifetime box office collection of Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster Chennai Express.
Sai
Ani Lewaniu, a founding member of the Primanavia Choir, and a dear sister and friend has passed away.
The Primanavia Choir says Lewaniu was more than just a voice in t
The mataqali na Valelevu, on behalf of the Gone Marama Bale na Roko Tui Dreketi, Ro Teimumu Kepa has presented their reguregu to the Vanua o Naibati in Buretu Village, fo
FMF Bula Festival has always raised much needed funds for charitable causes and to provide family oriented entertainment for the people of Nadi and beyond.
While speak
As child abuse remains a pressing issue, it has been revealed that 543 cases were recorded in the Northern Division alone last year, with the youngest victim being just o
The Fijian Elections Office is reassuring the public that all electoral operations remain secure and functional following the recent fire at the Gokals Office and Warehou
A police officer has tragically passed away on Friday night, just hours after graduating from a four-week Superintendent Course.
Police Commissioner, Rusiate Tudravu
The Department of Environment has raised concerns that Great Han Pte Limited is continuing construction work along Princes Road in breach of a partial stop work order.
A resident of Savusavu has raised concerns about individuals living in Public Rental Board flats who earn more than $500 a week.
While speaking during the Fijian Media
National Federation Party President Parmod Chand has described Fiji Labour Party Leader Mahendra Chaudhry as a disgraced politician who attacks the NFP Leader over his re
The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry reported an additional five deaths due to malnutrition on Saturday, bringing the total to 127 since the war began.
This includes 85
Labasa now has CCTV cameras installed across the town, connected directly to a central command centre and these systems not only help deter crime but have also play a vit
A man who has been living with HIV for the past 18 years is calling on the government to appoint a dedicated doctor to care for people living with HIV in the Northern Div
Fiji Pine Group of Companies has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with 11 Provincial Rugby Teams representing Pine Landowners who will participate in the upcoming Ski
Year 13 student Joana Divesi from Shri Guru Nanak Khalsa College was crowned Miss Duavata Northern Crime Prevention Carnival last night in Labasa.
Originally from Nuku
As Fijians look forward to relief from the upcoming VAT reduction, set to decrease from 15 to 12.5 percent this Friday, serious concerns have emerged following the discov
In a heart-warming celebration of life, four young children from Fiji, Tonga, Samoa and Vanuatu have been discharged from the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospi
Following the fire at the Gokals Office and Warehouse in Toorak, Suva, National Fire Authority CEO, Puamau Sowane says firefighters faced significant challenges containin
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says there should be no excuse for drug shortages at any health facility, and he will be taking up
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has clarified that, according to Fiji’s current national protocol, only the President is entitled to a state funeral.
This statement c
If 45,000 cannabis plants were uprooted in Kadavu then it clearly means that these farmers had a market for a conservative estimate of 2.5 tonnes of product. And we know
Ed Sheeran and Arijit Singh have released a special version of "Sapphire".
In the new release, Arijit Singh delivers a verse blending Hindi and Punjabi, followed by an
Almost one in three people in Gaza are going days without eating, the UN's food aid programme has warned.
The World Food Programme says malnutrition is surging with 90
Police are requesting public assistance to locate 20-year-old Ateca Vere of Siga Road, Laucala Beach, who has been reported missing.
Police say she was last seen on We
Lelean Memorial School has received a major boost with the opening of a brand-new gymnasium, expected to enhance not just students’ academic experience, but also their
Winning the Youth Entrepreneur Award two years in a row is a proud and humbling moment for Balbir Singh, a leading figure in Fiji’s farming and agribusiness community.
For over five decades, the Republic of Fiji Navy has played a crucial role in safeguarding the nation’s territorial waters, while also contributing significantly to reg
Labour shortages have severely affected cane deliveries to the Lautoka Mill, with serious concern that only 61 percent of manual labour groups are currently operating, ma
A baby boy was born mid-flight on an Air India Express plane bound for Mumbai from Muscat, with cabin crew and a nurse, who happened to be one of the passengers-assisting
Chair of the Public Service Commission, Luke Rokovada has confirmed that Permanent Secretary Parmesh Chand passed away at the CWM Hospital early this evening.
Rokovada
A major fire has broken out at the Gokals' office and warehouse in Toorak, Suva this morning.
The National Fire Authority confirmed they received the alert at around 1
As talks continue on the U.S–Fiji Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica says he is optimistic that we will achiev
Traditional leaders in Rewa have been reminded of their critical role in strengthening governance, unity, and community resilience to support Fiji’s national developme
190 former Vatukoula Gold Mine workers who received their first payout last year will receive their second and final instalment next month.
Minister for Employment Agn
Great news for the students of Lelean Memorial School as they will now be able to study in a good learning environment with the opening of a three-storey classroom block
Diabetes Fiji has received over 100 advanced blood glucose monitors from the US-based charity EqualMed to support children and youth with Type 1 diabetes in Fiji, as part
In response to recent attacks on Hindu temples, a peaceful gathering titled “Hindu Unity” is being organised to bring together members of the Hindu community across F
The white substances seized from a factory in Lami yesterday will be sent to New Zealand for further testing.
Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has confirmed that wh
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has paid tribute to the late George “Fiji” Veikoso, describing him as a proud son of Fiji and a legend in his own right, whose voice in
Workers at Firstlanding Resort and Mana Island Resort are set to receive pay increases following successful negotiations with the National Union of Hospitality, Catering
I do not want to be anything other than an island artist representing our cultures and languages.
Fijian and Pacific music icon and Legend George "Fiji" Veikoso stated
Residents of Savusavu are raising serious concerns about the town not having a sewerage system, with some pointing to a 20-year delay in addressing the issue.
This was
Thousands of people around the world had a minute of silence during the Fijian Media Association Meet the Public and the Press last night to pay tribute to a pioneer in F
Professional wrestler Terry Bollea, better known as Hulk Hogan, has died at the age of 71, according to World Wrestling Entertainment.
Bollea is widely recognized as t
As serious concerns are being raised about a compromised Fiji Police Force, including the newly formed Narcotics Bureau, Acting Police Commissioner Aporosa Lutunauga has
One of the greatest musicians Fiji has ever seen, George 'Fiji' Veikoso has passed away.
fijivillage News had waited for his close family members to be informed before
Police say they may receive the results of the analysis on the white crystal-like substance found in some old batteries inside a Lami factory tomorrow.
Police Commissi
Despite some skepticism from the public, the refurbishment of the CWM Hospital is steadily progressing, with urgent upgrades being made to several key areas.
This was
Efforts are underway to explore the purchase of a boat to ease the high cost of transporting goods and people between Kadavu and Viti Levu.
This was revealed by former
Indecent insulting or annoying any female, rape, and indecent assault remain the top three reported sexual offences in the Northern Division, with 203 cases in 2022, 157
Self-exiled Director of Public Prosecutions Christopher Pryde says he is ready to return and resume his duties on the condition that the Judicial Services Commission prov
26 bags containing white crystal like substances have been found in some old batteries inside a factory in Lami this morning.
Police Commissioner, Rusiate Tudravu says
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica confirms that, as Cabinet has approved a payment of $22.1 million to offshore film producers, the government
The province of Kadavu is strengthening its traditional leadership structures in an effort to reduce rising crime, particularly the cultivation and use of marijuana.
S
A new mega port is to be built at the Rokobili Terminal in Suva and will handle up to 250,000 containers (TEUs) and help us grow beyond the year 2035.
Prime Minister S
The Fiji Corrections Service is urging the public to respect the rule of law and refrain from making baseless assumptions, especially on social media, as investigations c
Divisional Medical Officer Northern, Dr. Tiko Saumalua has confirmed that they are currently facing stockouts of medications, including those for high blood pressure at h
The number of marijuana plants uprooted in Kadavu has dropped significantly from 45,000 to just 5,000 in the past six months — a major decrease highlighted by Kadavu Pr
People are urged to come with their concerns to the Fijian Media Association Meet the Public and the Press forum in Labasa tonight after a packed out session in Savusavu
The International Court of Justice has delivered its historic first advisory opinion on the obligations of States in relation to climate change.
The top United Nations
9 tonnes of marijuana with a street value of $79 million was uprooted across the country, and 4.9kg of methamphetamine worth $2.4 million was seized by Police between Mar
SODELPA General Secretary, Viliame Takayawa Junior and two SODELPA Suva Constituency representatives, Amoni Kepa and Apenisa Turaga are in custody after being charged wi
Last year, USD$2 trillion went into clean energy – that is $800 billion more than fossil fuels, and up almost 70 percent in ten years.
United Nations Secretary Gener
As Cabinet has endorsed the planned rollout of 5G mobile broadband services in Fiji — including spectrum assignment, pricing framework, and an operator incentive model
Police will increase unpredictable patrols in known hot spots following serious concerns raised by a Laqere resident about youths openly using drugs and gambling in the a
Over 25 people were given a first look at a new documentary titled Fiji Memory Colonial Time, which weaves a deeply personal narrative into a broader exploration of Briti
Labasa has become the first town in Fiji to install 32 CCTV cameras to support law enforcement efforts, with footage now being monitored around the clock by the Labasa Po
Ilisapeci Matatolu has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Tourism Fiji Board.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavo
Being diagnosed with cancer came as a shock, not just to me, but to my whole family - what followed was a difficult battle through surgery, chemotherapy, and both emotion
Suva High Court Judge, Justice Daniel Goundar has cautioned former Minister for Fisheries Kalaveti Ravu’s lawyer, Tevita Vakalalabure against making arguments that coul
A three week long Kadavu expedition by the National Geographic Pristine Seas is currently underway to study the health of our ocean.
This is in partnership with the Mi
The 18-year-old high school student, Rihaal Kumar, who allegedly caused the death of Sharuf Shaakir Khan at a Suva apartment complex earlier this month, has been ordered
The Laqere Market is currently closed for renovations following concerns raised by market vendors about the condition of the facility.
While responding to questions by
Cabinet has approved the third redeployment of funds within the 2024–2025 National Budget to meet additional expenditure demands totalling $78,556,185 (VIP).
The red
Thousands of people from Kadavu Province are expected to turn out in numbers to attend the Kadavu Provincial Festival, which will be held tomorrow and Friday.
Kadavu
Suva Retailers Association President Jitesh Patel says the retailers are taking independent steps to improve public safety in Suva.
Patel confirms the retailers have h
Our stories of salinised wells, vanishing breadfruit and sinking homelands are the lived science the International Court of Justice is now asked to translate into law.
As we await the International Court of Justice's historic first advisory opinion on the obligations of States in relation to climate change early tomorrow morning,
Paci
Two men who allegedly lied about 3 masked men attempting to kill them have been charged with giving false information to public servant and will appear in the Sigatoka Ma
People in Savusavu and Labasa are invited to attend the historic Town Hall Fijian Media Association Meet the Public and the Press forums featuring senior cabinet and gove
Tourism operator and owner of world renowned Nanuya Island Resort Val Parker, was recently airlifted to Nadi for urgent medical treatment after developing a serious leg i
Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne dies at the age of 76, while in the UK.
A statement from the family says it is with more sadness than mere words can convey that the
Fiji’s fight against HIV has received a boost as the New Zealand government has announced a commitment of $5.4 million.
New Zealand Minister for Pacific Peoples, Dr
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