The cortege of the late former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau has reached Victoria Parade, on its way to State House where it will lie in state.The cortege is being es
Twenty-one families in Natawarau Settlement in Ba who were affected by flooding from Tropical Cyclone Vaianu have received food ration supplies from the government.The Mi
A Community Health Worker (CHW) programme, in partnership with the Australian Government, aimed at improving healthcare delivery and tackling Fiji’s growing burden of n
A six-part docu-series titled Forget Me Not has been launched, featuring deeply personal stories of six men, aiming to give men a voice, break the silence around mental h
King Tupou VI of the Kingdom of Tonga has arrived in the country to attend the funeral of the late former President, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, later this week.The Republic
A police officer who was expected to search Zoe Maharaj Moore’s house for drugs has told the Suva Magistrates Court that when they arrived, Moore handed over the drugs
The body of a 37-year-old man was found this morning in Qawa River in Labasa.Police say the man was earlier reported missing.Police investigations continue.
The media has been restricted from entering the State House premises to cover the i-reguregu as part of the State Funeral of the late former President, Ratu Epeli Nailati
A farmer from Nabalabala Village in Ra is stepping up his aquaculture venture, aiming to boost income and support food security in his community.The Ministry of Fisheries
FICAC lawyer Rusiate Doidoi has informed the court that they are still investigating the electronic devices of Fijian and British national Charlie Charters. Doidoi says
Former Deputy Prime Minister and Member of Parliament Manoa Kamikamica will take his plea on the 12th of May in the matter where he is charged with perjury and giving
Eighteen staff members from the Samabula Golden Age Home have completed a three-day Community Fire Warden Training conducted by the National Fire Authority.During the cer
The Fijian stock market, operated by the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX), has recorded an encouraging start to 2026, with total trading value reaching $61.2 million by
Four men are in custody after they were found in possession of sachets and small plastic bags containing dried leaves believed to be marijuana following snap checks condu
The Forget Me Not documentary produced and directed by Communications Fiji Limited, is a window into the lives of six Fijian men who chose courage over silence and
Balawa neighbourhood in Lautoka is strengthening recycling through the Return and Earn Initiative, with revenue generated helping to fund CCTV data for community safety.B
India bid an emotional farewell to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who was cremated in Mumbai yesterday with full state honours, including a gun salute.The ceremony was att
Waste flowing through Nabua’s waterways met another barrier following the installation of a trash boom aimed at trapping rubbish before it reaches the ocean.
Minister f
Members of the Diplomatic Corps presented their i-reguregu to the late former President, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, at the State House in Suva.
The delegation was led by the
The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kalouniwai stresses the RFMF puts on notice that any attempt to destabilize national security or
A Cyclone Action Plan has been activated by Energy Fiji Limited following widespread outages caused by strong winds and heavy rainfall associated with Tropical Cyclone Va
Restoration work is ongoing at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital’s West Wing following a burst ageing pipe.
The Ministry of Health shared this update with fijivillag
Of the 18 counts of sexual offences in March, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirms there was one incident where a 42-year-old man was charged with t
The Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening public education and ensuring equitable access to quality learni
A man has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for snatching a $23,000 chain in broad daylight in Suva City.35-year-old Jone Rasi has been convicted of one count of aggr
The iTaukei Land Trust Board says parts of cane farming land in Seaqaqa have been subdivided into residential and commercial lots as part of efforts to improve land use a
The Parliament of Fiji today presented its i-reguregu to the late former President, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, at the State House.The delegation was led by Deputy Speaker Len
Voter registration for the 2026 Local Government Elections has officially begun, with the Fijian Elections Office urging eligible voters to sign up early.The Elections Of
Ratu Epeli Nailatikau was a chief, but he brought himself down to the level of an ordinary person, and he will surely be missed by the people.This was the sentiment share
Electricity has been restored to 99 percent of the greater Nadi area, with certain remote places still undergoing restoration work after Cyclone Vaianu.Energy Fiji Limi
The drug issue in Fiji needs a wider response from the whole community.That is the strong message from Japanese Ambassador to Fiji, Hiroshi Tajima while speaking at the
The Suva Magistrates Court will deliver its special verdict in the case where 29-year-old Samuela Tawase allegedly destroyed idols at the Samabula Shiv Temple in July las
Green Waste Only collection has begun in the Simla and Waiyavi wards as the Lautoka City Council moves to clear debris following Cyclone TC Vaianu.The Council says depot
Australia’s freight industry is under pressure as diesel prices continue to rise.
Truck operators say fuel costs have more than doubled, making it difficult to sustain
The trial for former Hibiscus contestant Zoe Maharaj Moore, who was allegedly found with methamphetamine in 2020, will begin tomorrow. The trial was expected to begin to
The Fiji Government delegation, led by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, presented their i-reguregu this morning at the State House.The delegation is among many that will b
Families could soon feel the impact of rising food costs as the fuel crisis begins to affect farming and food production.Minister for Agriculture Tomasi Tunabuna says the
The Colonial War Memorial Hospital West Wing is currently experiencing a temporary water disruption, however, the Ministry for Health has confirmed that essential service
The United States military will begin President Donald Trump's blockade of maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports today, according to U.S. Central Command.
Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro confirms the Coca Cola Games is still going ahead as planned like every other national event.Radrodro says the Ministry of Educati
The official ireguregu for the late former President and Na Gone Turaga Bale mai Naisogoloca, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, at State House will commence today.The first group to
President Donald Trump has stated that the US Navy will start blocking passage through the Strait of Hormuz, risking an even greater spike to oil and gas prices as he see
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle has passed away at the age of 92.According to the Times of India, the iconic vocalist was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after s
The counsel for Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, Simione Valenitabua says the Commission of Inquiry report into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner c
National Federation Party Leader, Professor Biman Prasad says the NFP totally supports 'Fijian' as our common identity or nationality because it inculcates pride and patr
The High Court will decide on the 3rd of August on whether the report of the Commission of Inquiry into Babara Malimali's appointment is valid or not when Justice Dane Tu
The Fiji National University’s Assistant Professor at the College of Humanities, Education and Law, Doctor Kasanita Nayasi is placing a strong focus on phonemic awarene
A woman has been charged over the attempted murder of a 10-year-old girl in Queensland’s southeast.Police allege a 43-year-old woman had given herself and a 10-year-old
The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection’s Department of Women has conducted a series of capacity-building activities aimed at strengthening the economic r
Fiji’s diplomatic community gathered in Suva to honour the life and legacy of the late former President of Fiji, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, a leader respected in both Fiji
Mining cannot be truly sustainable as extracted resources cannot be replaced.This has been highlighted by Dr Mosmi Bhim, Assistant Professor in the Department of Ethics a
Tropical Cyclone Vaianu is set to make landfall in New Zealand today, with the New Zealand Meteorological Service calling it a “multi-hazard, potentially life-threateni
Western Sydney has been rocked by two drive-by shootings targeting homes early this morning, with police believing the incidents may be linked.The first shooting occurred
Concerns have been raised that some iTaukei land in Namosi can be leased without the consent of 60 percent of landowners, with a local foundation warning that this poses
Officiating is a hard job but some decisions made out there were just mind boggling.Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Coach, Glen Jackson highlighted this after fijivillage Spor
The Head Priest of the Samabula Sikh Temple, Sandeep Singh says Baisakhi is being celebrated today as one of the most important and significant days for Sikhs around the
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is working to make sure its next budget benefits the people of Fiji, with senior management staff presenting their budget p
The Republic of the Fiji Military Forces will conduct a funeral procession rehearsal tomorrow in preparation for the State funeral of the late former President and Na Gon
Vaibhavi Deo of Koronivia, Nausori, a Year 9 student at Adi Cakobau School, has created history by being the first Fijian of Indian descent to step into the world of rugb
High Court Judge Justice Dane Tuiqereqere says in his experience, he has never seen such language used in a judicial report, as reflected in the Commission of Inquiry int
President of the United States Donald Trump has said a potential deal with Iran “makes no difference” to him, as negotiations continue and tensions remain high over a
All schools will reopen tomorrow.Schools were closed from last Monday, 6 April, due to Tropical Cyclone Vaianu.Some schools were also used as evacuation centres during th
Restoration works continue across the Western Division, with steady progress in water supply, and road access while some communities still facing issues in terms of elect
62 people from 14 families are still taking shelter at four active evacuation centres in the Western and Eastern Divisions.In a statement, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka
Fiji is closely monitoring a newly announced ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka warning that global instability continues t
The Sikh community will come together today to celebrate Baisakhi, one of the most significant festivals in Sikhism, at the Samabula Sikh Temple.Baisakhi marks the birth
It was a nail biter at The Fortress in Lautoka as the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua and the Force went at it hammer and tongs.The lead changed hands a couple of times with t
Drua vs ForceUpdatesKick off: Force2' Drua get's a penalty inside their own half. Force putting the pressure on the host side. DRU 0-0 FOR4' Isikeli Rabitu fails to scoop
The Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry has moved quickly to address concerns after a video surfaced that Ministry of Fisheries staff based at Galoa in Navua had littered
The Artemis II capsule and its four-member crew streaked through Earth's atmosphere and safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday after nearly 10 days in space,
While Police and military investigations continue, Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua says he is aware of the reported incidents at the Republic of Fiji Military Forces
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua super fan Adrian Blaise is urging the team to play their hearts out in their last game at The Fortress this season.Blaise, who is accompanied b
Former FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimali’s counsel, Tanya Waqanika says that Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and the Chair of the Commission of Inquiry into Malimali
Former Attorney General Graham Leung's King’s Counsel Andrew Tokley says the report of the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commi
Two lives have been lost in a tragic incident that occurred in the waters near Qamea in Taveuni on Thursday.Police say a 48-year-old man from Dreketi Village and a 44-yea
Energy Fiji Limited says power supply has been restored to most areas across the Western and Central Divisions.They say repairs to the remaining damaged distribution line
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua halfback Issac Fines-Leleiwasa says they will be putting everything on the line when they meet the Western Force this afternoon in round 9 of t
A 61-year-old woman from Navunikabi in Namosi has delivered an emotional plea against the proposed hydro dam developments, warning that the project threatens her land, wa
The Coalition Government, through the Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts, has reinforced its commitment to improving funeral services infrastruc
A seventh police officer has been remanded in custody in relation to the death of Richard Mock.
Fenton Thaggard appeared in the Nadi Magistrates Court after being charged
Human rights must not be traded off in the pursuit of renewable energy and large-scale development projects.
This has been highlighted by the Director of Fiji Human Righ
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lautoka took time off to conduct a clean-up of the Lautoka Special School following recent flooding.The home
A tragic road accident claimed the lives of a 56-year-old woman and her 8-month-old granddaughter following a accident along Labasa-Seaqaqa Highway around 2am yesterday.
As relief efforts continue across the Western Division, more than 50 families that were affected by Tropical Cyclone Vaianu earlier this week received food ration assista
Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of FM96, LegendFM, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam, fijivillage and Magic Factory will premiere a powerful new documentar
The Bau Island delegation presented their traditional i-reguregu to the family of the late former President, and Na Gone Turaga Naisogolaca, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, at Na
The Republic of Fiji Military Forces confirms that attempts were made by unknown individuals to gain unauthorized access to certain RFMF establishments within the past tw
Senior Content Director Satya Nand will be leading a team tomorrow to the Northern Division to raise funds for children living with cancer, as part of an initiative by th
Fiji's 14-year-old swimming sensation, Grace Khelan has won her third gold medal at the New Zealand Age Group Swimming Championships.Khelan has now won the 50 metres wom
There is no evidence of how the Chair of the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner, Justice David Ashton-Lewis came to the
The State funeral for former President and Na Gone Turaga mai Naisogolaca, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, will be held next Friday, 17th April.The funeral service will be held at
The proposal to allow the Chief Justice and Court of Appeal President to appoint nominees to the Judicial Services Commission when needed is being put forward as part of
The final rites of the Founding Director of the Punjas Group, Kanti Lal Punja, were held today at the Lovu Crematorium in Lautoka.Punja passed away peacefully last Sunday
Fiji has secured major funding support through two agreements signed with the Asian Development Bank to transform the health sector and build resilience for coastal commu
The King's Counsel for lawyers Wylie Clarke and Laurel Vaurasi has told the High Court that the Chair of the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimal
A 64-year-old man has sadly passed away in a house fire at Vunivau Paras Point in Labasa.The National Fire Authority says preliminary investigations indicate that the fi
Several roads and crossings in the Western Division remain closed or restricted following the impact of Tropical Cyclone Vaianu, with flooding, fallen trees and debris co
Villagers of Vuaki in Yasawa urgently need food assistance after Tropical Cyclone Vaianu destroyed their plantations earlier this week.
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Three tertiary students charged with the murder of a 30-year-old man in Nauluvatu last month have been allowed to reside at the FNU Nasinu Campus.This allows them to con
No new mining licences will be issued in Fiji until the country’s mining legislation is fully reviewed. This has been highlighted by the Deputy Secretary at the Minist
Raiwaqa Gas Crematorium Project is now in its final stages, marking a significant step in improving funeral services infrastructure in Fiji. The Ministry of Multi-Ethnic
President of the Fiji Court of Appeal, Justice Isikeli Mataitoga has raised concerns about possible political influence within the justice system during submissions on co
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says he supports the Fijian name for all citizens of Fiji.Rabuka has made this clear to fijivillage News.When asked on the Great Council o
A police officer is counting his lucky stars after the vehicle he was driving veered off the road along Tabia Road in Labasa last night.Labasa Police confirmed to fijivil
Energy Fiji Limited says all people in the Central Division are now connected to the main power grid following restoration work on the Wailoa–Cunningham transmission li
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