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
The crackdown on the drug trade in Fiji has intensified with multiple drug raids throughout the country with the seizure of drugs and money believed to be proceeds of cri
The Reserve Bank of Fiji has officially launched a dedicated Confidential Disclosure section on its official website to provide members of the public with a safe, and con
International lawyer and arbitrator Ana Tuiketei has described a defining moment in her academic journey after meeting King Charles III and Queen Camilla in London, an e
After 17 years of selling fresh produce at the Suva Market, vendor Sofia Tale is stepping into a new chapter by leading a Women’s Cooperative that will soon operate a r
Fiji’s education system is being reshaped to better respond to climate change, with Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro stressing the urgent need for climate-smart an
Yaqona farmers on the island of Gau have voiced strong support for the establishment of a Yaqona Council, as consultations on the proposed Kava Bill, carried out by the M
Serious concerns have been raised over the alleged misuse of community car parks and gaps in urban planning during the public consultation on the review of the Local Gove
Farmers are being encouraged to apply for support under the Tropical Cyclone Vaianu Rehabilitation Assistance Programme as only 3 days remain.
The Ministry of Agriculture
Following earlier security breaches at the Republic of Fiji Military Forces facilities in Nabua and Lautoka, the RFMF now advises the public that RFMF installations are "
The Commissioner of Police should have the sole authority to appoint an acting successor during periods of absence or temporary incapacity. This proposal was submitted b
Drivers and people living in the coastal areas along the Coral Coast on Queens Highway, Mamanuca Islands, Kadavu, and Southern Lau are to take precautionary measures
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the entire Fiji Group.The Nadi Weather Office says a weak trough of low pressure with associated cloud, showers, and rain is expe
Police investigators from the Criminal Investigations Department have been assisted by officials from the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, with regards to the sourcing
The Fiji Police Force is proposing the strengthening of police independence in the Constitution by ensuring the Commissioner is operationally autonomous and not bound by
Former Manager Treasury for Telecom Fiji Limited, Samuel Brown and Financial Controller, Ashika Nandani agree that $766,327.22 was a legitimate payment made to former Dir
Police are yet to confirm the details of the alleged offence of the Samabula Police Station officers accused of corruption and abuse of office in relation to a case of m
Police have cleared the Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge, and traffic has returned to normal following an accident involving two vehicles.
There were no fatalities or serious injurie
Rooster Poultry (Pte) Limited has announced a new three-year partnership with WOWS Kids Fiji, committing $45,000 in cash and in-kind to support children diagnosed with ca
The Communications Fiji Foundation has handed over a cheque of $176,827.51 to the Walk On Walk Strong Kids Fiji this morning following a successful Charity Walk and dona
The Fiji Police Force has proposed a constitutional amendment to allow mandatory drug testing of its officers, arguing it is essential to safeguard public safety and main
Police officers from Samabula Police Station are currently under investigation for alleged corruption and abuse of office. This has been confirmed by police, who say the
IHG Fiji Hotels, owned by the Fiji National Provident Fund, has raised $12,000 for Daulomani Safe Home through a series of fundraising initiatives across its properties l
With the aim of bridging the gap between medicine and law, and a long-term goal of helping patients better understand their rights while supporting medical professionals
More than 3,000 petition signatures and over 200 written submissions have been recorded, as consultations end on the proposed Vuda Waste-to-Energy project.
Public consult
The Fiji Roads Authority continues to face a growing concern over damaged and missing road signage across the network, driven by vandalism, theft and unsafe driving pract
While the effects are already being felt across Fiji, residents in the Lau Group are being urged to carefully manage fuel use and prioritise essential travel as communiti
Hibiscus Festival 2026 is going back to its original home at Albert Park, marking a historic milestone as Fiji’s most iconic community event celebrates its 70th ann
A man has killed eight children, including seven of his own, in a mass shooting in the United States.
Police say the incident happened early Sunday morning in Shreveport,
The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kalouniwai has issued a statement to correct aspects of its initial communication concerning the
The Fiji Trades Union Congress wants unionists to be allowed to contest the general elections, and has also raised concerns about the 2013 Constitution which gives the Re
The investigation into the death of drug convict, Jone Vakarisi has been classified as murder.Police investigators are in the process of gathering information to establis
Tui Labasa Ratu Jone Qomate says those involved in the dealing, trafficking, manufacturing, or importing drugs should have their rights immediately suspended. While s
11 community-based organisations in Tavua have received grants from the Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs, led by Minister Charan Jeath Singh, with a total allocation of $
The NGO Coalition on Human Rights is calling for an independent and transparent investigation into the death of Jone Vakarisi while in the custody of the Republic of Fij
Chief Justice Salesi Temo has closed the case where late Jone Vakarisi was found with drugs within the confines of the court in 2023.This comes as Vakarisi died in milita
The Permanent Representative of Fiji to the United Nations in New York and Chair of the Pacific Small Island Developing States, Filipo Tarakinikini says that while debat
The Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro, is urging teachers who have not yet received their salaries to ensure their contracts are correctly submitted to avoid further
A heavy rain alert is now in force for the whole of Fiji.The Nadi Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure with associated cloud, showers and rain is expected
The Suva Magistrates Court has ordered FICAC to disclose all material in its possession, particularly a complaint relating to Government MP and National Federation Party
More than 60 families at Viwa, Naibalebale, Najia and Yakani Village in the Yasawa Group received food ration packs to help them cope the immediate aftermath of Tropical
Workplaces employing 20 or more workers are required by law to register their operations and establish a health and safety committee every year by March 31st. Mohammed S
The ongoing National Ageing Policy Review consultations continue to highlight powerful, real-life examples of resilience and healthy ageing across Fiji.95-year-old Lesaya
US President Donald Trump says US Marines have intercepted and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship attempting to get past the US blockade.The ship was given "fair warnin
Following confirmation by the Commander of the Republic of the Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kalouniwai that investigations have identified the presence of una
Roosters sensation Mark Nawaqanitawase scored a double to help his Sydney Roosters side come back to win 38-24 over the Newcastle Knights.The Roosters were down 24-12 at
Eight children, aged between one and 14 years, have been killed in a shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana in the United States, in what police say is a domestic-related inci
Families and businesses are continuing to feel the impact of the rise in fuel price that was implemented at the beginning of the month, with concerns growing over rising
Police confirm that the Death Certificate of drug convict, Jone Vakarisi in circulation is a police document that is issued after the conduct of a post mortem examination
Police continue to remain silent today as a document is circulated saying it is drug convict, Jone Vakarisi's post mortem report. Although fijivillage News has been aski
Former President Barack Obama and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met for the first time on Saturday to read and sing with children at a Bronx childcare centre, and to
The Pacific Recycling Foundation is calling on authorities to maintain open civic spaces where people can peacefully express their views, especially on issues that impact
Becoming the first in her family to graduate and win a gold medal has made it a proud double achievement for 21-year-old Tanisha Bi, who graduated from the University of
The Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, Agni Deo Singh has highlighted the urgent need for stronger psychosocial dialogue between employers and
Nabouwalu is set to be transformed into a planned and economically viable township following Cabinet’s in-principle approval of the proposed development pathway under t
Public consultations have begun on the proposed Waste-to-Energy project in Vuda as the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change continues its Environmental Impact Asses
Communities have been reminded that government grants are public funds that must be used strictly for their intended purposes.Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Public
Fijians are being urged to use electricity sparingly as Energy Fiji Limited warns that escalating global geopolitical tensions have triggered a sharp surge in internation
The wives of the men taken in by the military, Amosi Naisara and Kelepi Komaisavou, confirm they were reunited with their husband yesterday evening.They thank everyone
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission calls for a prompt and independent investigation into the death of Jone Vakarisi in military custody ensuring acc
The strategically vital Strait of Hormuz has been declared fully closed by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, raising serious concerns over global shipping and regional securi
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side will take on Australia at 11.42 tonight in the last Cup quarterfinal at the Hong Kong 7s.In other quarterfinals, Canada will meet the USA
The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side will meet Argentina in the last Cup quarterfinal at 12.28am tomorrow.In other quarterfinals, France plays New Zealand at 10.03 ton
Concerns have been raised over biker safety after a video showed a taxi driver tailgating a motorcyclist and nearly causing an accident.
Executive member of the Fiji M
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side were outclassed 38-0 by New Zealand in their final pool game this afternoon at the Hong Kong 7s.The Black Ferns scored through Jorja M
Minister for Health Dr Atonio Lalabalavu has revealed that Fiji continues to face a growing burden of non-communicable diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular dis
The wives of the men taken in by the military, Amosi Naisara and Kelepi Komaisavou, urgently plead with Army Commander Ro Jone Kalouniwai and the Republic of Fiji Milit
The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side has topped their pool after edging France 26-24 in their last pool match at the Hong Kong 7s this afternoon.Fiji scored through Na
Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu says the post mortem of Jone Vakarisi has been conducted, and the result is now with the investigators for further investigation.A
“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” is officially the year’s highest-grossing film to date with $629 million at the global box office.While the film’s towering ticket
Access to safe and clean drinking water will improve for families in Nakorovou Village in Ra, as a new borehole project will directly benefit the Seventh Day Adventist Ch
Druglord, Jone Vakarisi has died in military custody, 3 other associates have been released after questioning, 1 Republic of Fiji Military Forces personnel remains in mil
Despite her struggles and medical condition, 22-year-old Sakshi Simran Raj successfully completed her studies and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Manag
More than 250 families across affected communities in the Yasawa Group have received much-needed assistance, with the distribution of food ration packs and essential non-
Inspired by her father’s strong interest in language, Priyashel Kumar has graduated from the University of Fiji with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in English and
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission advises people and businesses that freight rates are expected to rise, placing upward pressure on the prices of everyday go
The Commander of the Republic of the Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kalouniwai says the military will always act within the Constitution and the laws of the lan
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the Strait of Hormuz is “completely open” to commercial ships during the remainder of the ceasefire, but tracking data s
The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side has just won their second game at the Hong Kong 7s, thumping Great Britain 24-10.Finley Lloyd-Gilmour drew first blood for Great B
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side has finally chalked up a win at the Hong Kong 7s, edging Brazil 15-12 in their second pool game.The Fijiana scored three tries through ve
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side has gone down 12-5 to a strong Japan side in their first pool game at the Hong Kong 7s.Debutant Atelaite Ralivanawa drew first blood to
The Fiji Airways National Men's 7s side put on a masterclass performance in their first game against Germany, with nippy halfback Terio Veilawa's double getting them thro
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission is calling on the Fiji Police Force to provide a clear, written explanation of the reasons for refusing the permi
21-year-old Marcus Jemarl Narayan who graduated today with a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from The University of the South Pacific (USP), crediting his
The body of the late former President, Na Gone Turaga na iTaukei Naisogolaca Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, has been laid to rest at the sacred burial ground, the Sau Tabu.Membe
Two women who allegedly caused the death of a 3-year-old in a road accident have been granted bail, and the matter has been transferred to the Lautoka High Court.Komal Si
Permanent Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Doctor Sivendra Michael, and Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Doctor Raijeli Taga, have
38-year-old Savenaca Damuni, the father of the deceased 6-year-old boy, along with Raviravi Timberyard Directors Vinay Prakash Chandra and Sushila Devi, have been granted
The opening of Grace Road's Olive Tree Mexican Restaurant at Challenge Plaza in Laqere has created around 40 job opportunities while adding a new dining option for the gr
A drug accused also known as one of the main druglords in the country has passed away after being taken into custody by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.
When contac
It was a day of celebration for graduands at the University of Fiji as they prepared to receive their qualifications, but the occasion was also marked by sadness as the U
To the nation, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau was a symbol of selfless humanity—a champion for the underprivileged. Though born into a legacy of leadership, he chose to forge hi
Relief for sugarcane farmers as the third cane payment of $10.91 per tonne has been paid today, three days in advance of the previously announced date of 20 April 2026.
To improve security and combat crime, solar-powered smart CCTV surveillance posts are being set up in key areas by the Nasinu Town Council to enhance community safety and
We have lost a servant leader, a unifier, a man of humility and grace but his legacy lives on in the values embodied, unity, compassion, dignity, and faithful service.Thi
It has been the honour of our lives to have had such a remarkable father.These are the words of Adi Litia Cakobau Nailatikau, who delivered a heartfelt and deeply persona
An emotional milestone marked the achievement of 32-year-old Anasimeci Ravai, who graduated with a Master’s degree in Environmental Science.The day was especially meani
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka paid a heartfelt tribute to the late former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, describing him as a distinguished leader, devoted servant and
Organisers of the march against the proposed waste to energy project in Vuda scheduled for today will no longer be going ahead as at 4pm yesterday — the organising comm
Working full-time, studying law, and going without a single day off for nearly two years, Azeena Shaheen Nisha’s determination is now paying off as she graduates with a
A father and two others charged in relation to the death of a six-year-old boy in Vatuwaqa in 2023 have been remanded in custody and will appear this afternoon for a bail
It is a quiet and solemn morning in the Capital City as the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji Navy escorted the funeral cortege of the late former President,
From losing his father to earning a law degree, University of Fiji graduate Yuvkesh Naicker’s journey reflects resilience, faith, and determination to succeed against t
Expect traffic when travelling into the Capital City this morning, and drivers are urged to plan their travel well, as several roads will be temporarily closed for the st
Fijians will now be able to make seamless, contactless payments using their smartphones following the launch of M-PAISA’s new “Tap Phone to Pay” feature.
This servi
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