The people of Lautoka today celebrated the opening of a new recycling hub, a significant milestone in the effort to combat ocean plastic pollution.
Speaking at the eve
Taxpayers in Fiji can now enjoy faster, more efficient tax payments with the launch of a real-time e-payment system through a partnership between the Fiji Revenue and Cus
The development of Nabouwalu Town is currently at 50 percent completion for the terminal construction, and the project remains on track to deliver this facility by March
Good news for parents as the Government $200 Back to School Support application deadline has been moved to 5pm next week Friday.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister
Ghee is now under price control which means retailers will not be able to sell it over a certain price which will be determined by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Co
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the rape of a 6-year-old girl from his village while in another incident, a 17-year-old boy has been charged with the rape of a 5-
The suspended Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde had decided his superannuation amount of USD$1,500 according to the former Manager HR at the Office of th
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications Manoa Kamikamica has today announced that all the HSBC SVNS Series matches will be aired live on free-to-air televi
The police officer who was alleged to have assaulted a man in Nausori late last month has been charged and will appear in the Nausori Magistrates Court today.
Police s
Parliament has unanimously passed the Child Justice Act that provides a more comprehensive framework for the special treatment of children at all stages of the child just
Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says the independence of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the demand of the job, the competing priorities and the str
Christmas has come early for Fijian disability groups as they gathered today at the German Embassy to promote greater inclusivity and equality for persons with disabiliti
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, issued a powerful challenge to more than 40 young women at the Young Women’s Forum today, urging them
Facing behavioural and academic challenges earlier in the year did not deter Year 13 student Vaseva Apikali from achieving over 300 marks in her annual exams as she was a
Residents of Rewa Street are calling for urgent action as they have been facing water supply issues since June.
They say the situation has caused frustration and serio
Christmas has come early for Fijian disability groups as they gathered today at the German Embassy to promote greater inclusivity and equality for persons with disabiliti
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Siosiua Tuitaulukua Tupou Utoikamanu has been appointed the University of the South Pacific Pro-Chancellor and Chair of the USP Council for three years, commencing from t
A special FICAC taskforce has started its investigation into Walesi today after FICAC received the audited reports on Walesi from Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica t
The National Fire Authority held its first-ever national fire drill competition at the Marist Brothers High School Ground this morning, showcasing their skills, coordinat
Apisai Ketenilagi is the new Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Fiji Roads Authority Board, effective from 25th November 2024, until the position of CEO is filled.
Concerns have been raised by Members of Parliament regarding the inefficiency of the Accident Compensation Commission of Fiji Annual Reports of 2019, 2020 and 2021 which
There are considerations for our Police Officers to wear body cams when they go out to the field so that it reduces the number of Police brutality cases after Prime Minis
Narco-subs carrying a huge amount of drugs found in the Pacific is now demonstrating the need for effective maritime security cooperation more than ever before.
It has
Ten local artists have come together to celebrate creativity, culture and connection through their collective showcase, through the Alchemy exhibit.
Featuring works by
An unemployed man has been remanded in custody for impersonating a FICAC officer and obtaining $170 through deception.
24-year-old Aman Abishek Nambiar is charged with
Tavita Pili can't see the ship, but he can smell it.
Standing on rocks on the outskirts of his home village of Tafitoala, Samoa, Mr Pili points to the spot where the d
A 25-year-old man will appear in the Nadi Magistrates Court today for obtaining financial advantage by deception in connection to an alleged taxi permit scam.
Police s
Two of the three men arrested for their alleged involvement in a supermarket robbery in Laucala Beach earlier this week have been charged and will appear in the Nasinu Ma
Travel Lemming, a US-based online travel guide read by more than 10 million travelers, announced its list of the top 50 destinations in the world for 2025 where Yasawa Is
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill has been passed in Parliament last night after it received 30 votes for and 15 votes against by members of Parliament.
The
The latest Walesi audit report confirms that over 200,000 Walesi boxes distributed at significant public costs were outdated in 2016.
Deputy Prime Minister and Ministe
Gospel High School’s Dux for 2024, Ilisoni Ramasibana Turogo, dedicated his award to his late mother, Mere Vakayamo, who passed away just two months ago.
Turogo shar
After being held in immigration custody for about a year and three months, Grace Road Fiji President Daniel Kim and Sun Jin Lee have been granted bail by the Lautoka High
Despite strong opposition to bail by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Justin Ho, Louie Logaivalu and Jale Aukerea who are charged in relation to the $2
Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad says addressing the climate crisis is not just crucial for our environment, it is crucial for protecting the lives and liveli
Overcoming his fears and doubts has motivated 14-year-old Lazarus Tuisinu to work even harder and be awarded the 2024 Dux Award during the CMF Primary School Annual Prize
About 200 families staying at the Muslim League Squatter Settlement in Nabua are uncertain about Christmas as they have been given eviction notices by the Fiji Muslim Lea
Sacrifices have paid off for 12-year-old Solomone Catarogo after he was awarded the Dux Award for Navoalevu Primary School in Vanua Levu.
While speaking to fijivillage
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications, Manoa Kamikamica confirms that the Walesi technical and financial findings will be handed over to FICAC for further
The Tamavua Action Group stresses that given the severity of the risks involved in the Great Han building construction along Princes Road, they ask that the government ap
Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona ruthlessly ended it’s winless run after thrashing Mallorca 5-1 this morning.
Ferran Torres, Frenkie de Jong and Pau Víctor also s
Turning to farming after losing his job as a chef during the COVID-19 pandemic period, 36-year-old Asaeli Uluimoala did not regret his decision as he embraced farming as
Following the tragic accident that claimed the life of a young man in his 20s and hospitalised three others along Valley Road in Sigatoka on Sunday, the Land Transport Au
Lifeline Fiji has been given a boost in helping people with mental health issues as FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels raised $5,000 during their Movember campaign.
The FNPF-o
British Ghanaian singer Fuse ODG, who recently criticised foreign aid in Africa, has released a music video entitled “We Know It’s Christmas”, in a rebuttal to the
A 16-year-old boy driving unlawfully, without a driver's license has died in an accident in Labasa.
Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana s
The body of Afroz Khan, who was reported missing last Wednesday, has been found in Tailevu.
Khan was last seen travelling from Nadi to Suva for a business trip.
The
Discussions are still ongoing regarding the scrapping of the automatic progression system despite failure which has been used in the education system over the last few ye
Police are requesting help in locating 16-year-old Arieta Toganivalu, who has been reported missing at the Nasinu Police Station.
Toganivalu was last seen leaving her
Through the pornography task force, the government will have the official mandate to ban harmful content for children under 16 like telegram and pornography.
Minister
As hundreds of mothers at the CWM Maternity Ward were left without access to clean drinking water this morning following a water disruption, Wai Fiji donated several days
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad today signed the Loan and Grant Agreement with the ADB towards the Fiji - Critical Bridges Resilienc
Yuvika Sharma was overjoyed after her hard work paid off when she received the Dux Award at the Navosa Central College prize-giving ceremony today.
Sharma achieved an
Fijians living in Northern America have invested over a million dollars during the US-Fiji Investment and Savings Drive in October this year but it does not take into acc
Fiji taxes food rich in sugar, sugar-sweetened beverages and unhealthy snacks but the tax system could do more to promote healthier foods and drinks.
80 percent of the
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says there is enough money put into the Water Authority of Fiji for the last two budgets, particular
If you are facing water disruptions every few days a week in Tamavua, Tacirua and parts of Samabula, you may continue to face this situation for upto 24 months as the pip
The mother of the 3-year-old girl who is undergoing treatment in India for severe aplastic anaemia is once again seeking assistance to buy her medication and treatment at
The 2025 Parliament Calendar has been passed in Parliament this morning with Parliament to officially open on the 24th of February, 2025 and the 2025/2026 national budget
Fijian children, both in Fiji and abroad now have access to a new resource that brings the beauty of their culture into their learning.
The co-founders of Baka Books,
Former Chief Executive Officer of the Fiji Broadcasting Corporation Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and FBC Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar have pleaded not guilty to their ch
Water issues due to turbidity and low pressure plaguing the Suva area have now escalated to the point where it is affecting patients at the CWM Hospital.
People are ra
Urgent action needs to be taken as the Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro confirms English has an average national percentage pass rate of 57 percent in the Fiji 8th
The Fiji Roads Authority has commenced work on the design phase of the Labasa-Savusavu link scenic road, before civil works begin while work on extending Labasa Airport h
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew says investigations into the police officer who was involved in an alleged assault in Nausori, is into its final stages.
A
Concerns are being raised as there was no water at the CWM Hospital Maternity Ward this morning due to internal maintenance works.
We have been told that this affected
The appeal against conviction, sentencing and bail pending appeal of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho, will be call
Initiatives like cleanup campaigns extend beyond beautifying spaces, foster a sense of community and collaboration, reduce tensions, build trust and strengthen social bon
The highly anticipated art exhibition "Alchemy," featuring the works of 10 talented local artists, is set to take place at the Grand Pacific Hotel, in the Rara Lounge, fr
Residents of Namadi Heights and Mead Road are demanding for answers from the government and Water Authority of Fiji as they are struggling to cope with a severe water cri
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill will be debated on Wednesday after it was brought in Parliament under Parliamentary Standing Order 51 by Prime Minister Sitiv
Outdated teaching methods, inadequate resources in rural areas, low attendance and poor parental engagement such as not monitoring homework and not attending school meeti
Three men are in police custody for their alleged involvement in an aggravated robbery at Alison Supermarket in Laucala Beach yesterday morning.
It is alleged that the
As a small island developing state, Fiji faces some of the most severe consequences of climate change, and the National Carbon Strategy roadmap will ensure emission reduc
Fiji is taking a bold step toward a cleaner and more sustainable future with the Hydro Duel Fuel Generator Project, implemented at the Lautoka Depot in collaboration with
If the negatives outweigh the positives, then Fiji will ban social media for children under 16 years after consultation.
This has been highlighted by Minister of Women
Minister for Defence Pio Tikoduadua has reassured Parliament today that the safety of our troops that have been deployed on peacekeeping duties in the Middle East or any
The search is underway for two people who entered Alison Supermarket at Laucala Beach, threatened the staff with cane knives and stole cash and other items before fleeing
The Nasinu Town Council is intensifying its action by collaborating with the Valelevu Police Force to combat drug-related crimes which include the installation of advance
24-year-old Kali Masibalavu who allegedly murdered a 25-year-old man outside Harbour Centre in Suva on the 2nd of November will take his plea tomorrow.
Masibalavu, who
Opposition Member of Parliament Alvick Maharaj says Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka should suspend and strip Minister for Sugar, Charan Jeath Singh of his portfolio and ba
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has asked Opposition MP, Premila Kumar “didn’t they have a Minister for ‘everything’ - not in name but in deeds and overseeing.
Bag checks in schools should be made compulsory to combat the growing issue of children being exploited as drug peddlers.
This was raised by Minister for Women, Childr
The services provided by ministries must meet citizens’ needs promptly, ensuring they receive help without being told to return another day due to the absence of the pe
Donald Trump now has two "rocket men" in his life.
The new one is Elon Musk, the world's richest man, a constant companion and the new best friend of the president-ele
A man in his 20s has died following an accident along Valley Road in Sigatoka yesterday.
Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana says he was
Fiji Airways National 7s coach Osea Kolinisau says hard work and consistency is needed if they are to keep winning.
An emotional Kolinisau says it has been a two year
After 9 years, the Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side has won the HSBC Dubai 7s title after defeating Spain 19-5 in the final this morning. Fiji last won the Dubai 7s
The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side will face Spain in the final of the HSBC Dubai 7s after defeating Argentina 43-21 in the second semi final.
Fiji started off th
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side will meet Argentina, while Spain will face New Zealand in the semi finals of the HSBC Dubai 7s.
Fiji beat France 19-17, Argentina
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side is through to the semi finals of the HSBC Dubai 7s tournament after defeating Olympic gold medallist France 19-17 in the third quart
As 552 new HIV cases have been recorded this year from January to June, 15 percent of these cases are related to bluetoothing, where drug users are not only sharing need
The Princess of Wales has sent an emotional Christmas message calling for "love, not fear" ahead of her carol concert next week.
Catherine says the Christmas story is
Women and girls are facing an alarming rise in online attacks, with statistics showing they are targeted 10 times more than men.
This includes online violence, cyberbu
The current budget allocation by the government is sufficient to begin some of the necessary work for the drug rehabilitation centre.
This has been highlighted by the
It was a proud and emotional moment for Valavia Tasala of Seaqaqa Central College as she dedicated her Dux Award to her late mother, who passed away last year.
In an i
After residents and drivers raised concerns about the potholes along Khalsa Road in Tacirua opening up every few weeks, the Fiji Roads Authority confirms that the necessa
The artwork of Tae Kami, a 15-year-old girl who died of cancer in 2008 and the daughter of WOWS Kids Fiji Foundation Sina Kami was sold for $10,500 during an auction in t
A police officer has been reminding some youths in the community about a 14-year-old girl who was found walking along the road in school uniform with visible needle marks
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side will take on France in the 3rd quarter final of the HSBC Dubai 7s at 7.32 tonight after securing 3 wins out of 3 games and topping t
The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s side has topped their pool at the HSBC Dubai 7s after defeating New Zealand 21-12 in their final pool match this morning.
The win has
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