Despite the many challenges faced by rural schools, twelve athletes from St Bede’s College in Savusavu have defied the odds to participate in the 2026 Coca-Cola Games.S
The National Fire Authority says Vincent House along Brown Street in Suva, which was destroyed by fire and claimed the life of a woman yesterday, was reportedly vacant.fi
Fiji will host the Pre-COP 31 climate meeting from the 5th to the 8th of October this year ahead of the global United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change confe
The Tourism Action Group has been reactivated to protect Fiji’s tourism sector from emerging global threats, particularly the escalating conflict in the Middle East.Thi
Fiji has launched the second phase of the Sustainable Waste Actions in the Pacific Project, known as SWAP2, to improve waste management systems and reduce rubbish flowing
Residents in Nadonumai, Lami, will experience a water outage until 3pm today due to a burst in the main water line.Water Authority of Fiji has confirmed to fijivillage N
Eight children are still missing after gunmen raided an unregistered orphanage in north-central Kogi State in Nigeria and kidnapped 23 children.Kogi Information Commissio
More than 82 percent of water losses in Fiji are concentrated within the country’s major urban water systems, as efforts continue to reduce non-revenue water levels nat
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran says that it is very concerning that over 70 percent of young men aged 18 to 35 years endorse beliefs a
Amid the current shortage of nursing staff, CWM Hospital has implemented a temporary adjustment to nursing shift arrangements, with nurses working 12-hour shifts.The Mini
An early-morning fire is believed to have broken out at the Farm Fresh Supermarket in Koronivia.
The supermarket was seen engulfed in flames as emergency crews responded
An elderly man was rushed to safety after a fire broke out at Vincent House along Brown Street in Toorak, Suva, at around 1pm yesterday.Eyewitnesses told fijivillage News
Search and rescue operations for the nine persons reported missing at sea continued today, with authorities covering approximately 26,480 square miles across key search s
Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua says as investigations are ongoing, he cannot comment on the actual conduct of the attempts that were made at the military camps.Th
18 special schools have been built to cater for the accessibility needs of students with disabilities.Education Minister Aseri Radrodro highlighted this while responding
WOWS Kids Fiji, in partnership with the Unit Trust of Fiji, has successfully raised $125,000 during its annual gala fundraiser held in Suva over the weekend.
The event at
An alleged known drug dealer has been taken in for questioning by the joint police and military operations team.The man was earlier identified as one of the close accompl
Minister for Environment and Climate Change Lynda Tabuya has cleared the air that no decision has been made yet on the proposed Waste-to-Energy and Private Port Developme
The University of Fiji will mark World Jazz Day on Thursday with a special 24 hour jazz marathon on its campus radio station, Vox Populi, celebrating music’s power to b
Fiji could benefit from global support to clean its waterways and beaches as international non-profit The Ocean Cleanup looks to build partnerships in the Pacific to tack
Fiji has secured a $37.3 million grant from the Asian Development Bank to strengthen coastal protection and help vulnerable communities adapt to the growing impacts of cl
Concerns over illegal parking in bicycle lanes along Queen Elizabeth Drive have been raised in Parliament, prompting clarification from the Government on enforcement meas
Wearing both the weight of a father and his duty as Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua confirmed today that those who continue to sell drugs will be dealt with.This was
The application for the party registration for the Proposed ‘FijiansFirst’ has been rejected.Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa confirms that objections w
Following a substantial increase in international fuel prices and despite fuel rebates by the government, Energy Fiji Limited is requesting 11 cents surcharge on top of
The female police officer who was hit by a car with drug and robbery suspects, and now in critical condition, is the daughter of Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua.She
Good news for the Western Division as the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council Fiji will host six free medical camps starting this Sunday, aimed at providing healthcare service
Search and rescue operations are continuing for the nine fishermen reported missing at sea after they failed to return from waters around Kadavu over the past few days.Th
Concerns have been raised following a fire that largely destroyed the Tapobhumi Temple and break-ins in Waiwai, Ba.Opposition MP, Viam Pillay, who visited the site, st
The Employment Relations Bill 2025 is currently before the Parliamentary Standing Committee for scrutiny and will be tabled in Parliament next month following completion
In their submission to the Constitution Review Commission, the Fiji Women's Rights Movement is calling for an end to constitutional immunity provisions for future uncons
The father of one of the nine fishermen still missing at sea, Iosefo Balenatuvu says he believes valuable time may have been lost after the group failed to return from a
The Hindi language plays a critical role in preserving cultural identity and must be actively promoted across homes, schools, and communities.
This was highlighted by Min
Residents in Lautoka have started using backyard gardening and carpooling to cope with rising fuel prices and the increasing cost of goods and services.
Speaking to fijiv
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is reviewing progress on plans to relocate communities vulnerable to the growing impacts of climate change.
Key government
Who sits on your town or city council will directly affect services in your community — from cleaner streets to better roads and drainage.
That is the message from Supe
At a news conference following the incident, the president said the suspect was “taken down” by members of the Secret Service.President Donald Trump said a suspect
Students of Vatukoula Convent Primary School in the Western Division have commemorated World Water Day 2026, despite earlier disruptions caused by adverse weather, While
US President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted off stage by Secret Service after a suspected gunman was reported at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington
A clean-up campaign in Narere, yesterday has highlighted the urgent need for greater community responsibility in waste management which was organised by Nasinu Town Coun
A police vehicle chase this morning resulted in two officers sustaining injuries and three people under arrest, following the seizure of white substances believed to be m
22-year-old Shivalika Jayshree Dutt fulfilled her father's dream as she graduated with Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics at The University of South Pacific (
When children get enough love and attention they stay away from drugs and law enforcement agencies have to be very strict about combating drugs. There is no mercy because
Local entrepreneurs and co-operatives in the Western Division have received a major boost, with more than $950,000 in funding strengthening small businesses and local eco
More than 445 life-saving heart surgeries and 50,000 echocardiograms have been delivered free of charge as the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital marks four
Navua marked a significant milestone in its development today with the grand opening of the True Fitness Gym, as government, business leaders, and communities united to h
Current maritime patrol efforts in the Western Viti Levu waters will be further boosted with the re-deployment of the M.V. Liga ni lawa, strengthening coordinated efforts
A $3 million Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory has opened at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Nasese, extending their services to adults as well as
Search continues for nine men who failed to return from a fishing trip after leaving Vatuwaqa earlier this week.
Police say the group left for Kadavu waters on Wednesday
Youths in Macuata are set to benefit from improved maritime skills and safer livelihood opportunities following the completion of the Boat Master and Class 6 License Trai
A new trashboom is installed at Syria Park in Nausori to capture waste flowing through waterways has exposed the growing scale of littering.
While launching the fifth tra
A 25-year-old farmer from Bua has become a first-time homeowner through the Government’s Rural Housing Assistance Programme.Lui Rabale of Nakorovou Village in Kubulau a
The world of Narnia is set to return to the big screen after years without a new film.The popular series, created by C. S. Lewis, follows the adventures of four siblings
A major city-wide maintenance drive is currently underway in Lautoka, with multiple infrastructure repair and upgrade works being carried out simultaneously to improve sa
Non-compliant commercial businesses are being targeted in a renewed push to improve trade waste management, following a joint awareness initiative carried out yesterday b
People should expect an escalation of joint drug operations between the Fiji Police Force and the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, with snap checkpoints, search operati
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has sought one month time to allow the Police to complete their inquiries in the case where Shonal Sharma allegedly i
The Fiji Council Of Social Services strongly supports secular state in the 2013 Constitution which protects all faiths while ensuring social welfare remains inclusive and
The Urata Community Library was officially opened by the Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro, as part of Government efforts to strengthen literacy and improve access t
Chair of the Constitution Review Commission, Sevuloni Ratumaiyale Valenitabua, has made it clear that they are not looking to introduce a new Constitution for Fiji.While
The
reason God—specifically the Christian God should be recognized in
the Constitution is foundational to Fiji’s identity.This was shared by Semi Tukana the Founder f
The Suva High Court has deferred its ruling on former Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica’s application for a stay in proceedings brought against him by FICAC.High C
Farmers in Nadrala have received training from the Ministry of Agriculture to promote crop diversification and climate resilience.
The training was conducted this week by
Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei has highlighted deep tensions and a strong belief in the link between indigenous identity, historical ownership, and is calling for a return t
At 76 years old, Titilia Naimanumanu continues to defy expectations, supporting herself as one of the oldest vendors at the Suva Market while inspiring others with her re
Fiji is currently reporting the highest HIV/AIDS rates in the Pacific, ranking third globally, with cases continuing to rise.This concern was highlighted by Ministry for
Taxi drivers at Howell Road Taxis and Tours in Suva are feeling the strain of rising fuel prices, as increasing costs continue to impact their daily operations and househ
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change says no decision has been made to date regarding the proposed Waste-to-Energy development in Vuda, and the decision can
Mahendra Tappoo and Maya Tappoo have been recognized as Companions of the Order of Fiji, the highest civilian honour, during a special investiture ceremony at State House
A 22-year-old man will appear in the Lautoka Magistrates Court today for the alleged murder of an 18-year-old woman.Police say the incident was reported to the Lautoka Po
Authorities are stepping up efforts to crack down on littering, with 29 new Litter Prevention Officers now trained and deployed in Labasa.
The officers drawn from the Fij
Twenty market vendors including 13 women and 7 men have been awarded certificates after completing a three-day Business Training Programme for Suva Market vendors.
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Police have not identified anyone as a suspect in the death of drug convict Jone Vakarisi.
They say investigators have recorded statements from several people in relation
Municipal elections are set to return to Fiji after more than two decades, giving people across the country a renewed opportunity to choose who represents them at the loc
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is calling for the removal of the Attorney General from the consultation process in the Director’s appointment as it
To strengthen the accuracy of Fiji’s voter list and improve confidence in the electoral system, the Fijian Elections Office and the Ministry of Immigration have formali
In an effort to ease the burden of the increasing fuel prices, the Government has announced a redeployment of $56 million from the existing budget to fund support for bus
Suva High Court Judge Justice Dane Tuiqereqere will rule on the 12th of May on whether Apisai Madigibuli murdered his 25-year-old wife in 2024.It is alleged that he kille
Fijian and British national Charlie Charters’ lawyer, Seforan Fatiak informed the court that they have not applied for a stay application yet.Fatiaki says they are wait
Representatives and health officials from across the Pacific gathered in Nadi today for the launch of the Pacific Healthy Islands Transformation (PHIT) project, officiate
A community in Baulevu is in deep shock and grief after a family of five tragically lost their lives in a devastating house fire early this morning.What began as a quiet
The trailer for “Coyote vs. Acme” has been released, offering a first look at the long-delayed live-action/animation hybrid ahead of its theatrical debut on August 28
A 50 percent top-up in social protection payments has been approved for more than 130,157 social protection recipients as the government moves to cushion the impact of r
Three adults and a 3-year-old child are believed to have died following an early morning fire in Baulevu, Nausori.Eyewitnesses say the fire started around 1 this morning
A total of 139 community-based organisations benefited from the final phase disbursement of grants under the Multi-Ethnic Grant Programme for the 2025–2026 financial ye
A man in his 20s has passed away following a road accident along Lodoni Road in Tailevu.Police say the victim is from Suva, and it is believed his vehicle veered onto the
Defence lawyer for former Telecom Fiji Limited Director Sanjay Kaba, Devanesh Sharma informed the court that they will file a no-case-to-answer application.Kaba pleaded n
Serious concerns continue to be raised on the welfare of elderly people as Nasinu Community Policing Coordinator, Pio Matai, highlighted that some youths are forcing elde
Former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation CEO Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Chief Financial Officer Vimlesh Sagar have pleaded not guilty in relation to the tender and procurement
The Pacific Conference of Churches and the Fiji Council of Churches have written to the Director of Environment to endorse the collective submission objecting to the p
Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight.
The show will focus on the upcoming municipal council
Acting FICAC Commissioner Lavi Rokoika has made a submission to remove the Attorney General as the reporting authority for FICAC and for either the Judicial Services Comm
FICAC has been allowed to amend the date of the alleged offence and replace the word 'tender' with 'Expression of Interest' in the charge against former Director of Telec
Serious concerns are being raised regarding a proposed Australian company's TNG Waste-to-Energy incinerator in Saweni, Vuda, and a group of concerned ...
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Druglord, Jone Vakarisi has died in military custoday, 3 other associates have been released after questioning, 1 RFMF personnel remains in military ...
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