A taxi driver and a saleswoman from Lami have shared mixed views on the 2026/2027 National Budget, saying while some measures are welcomed, many people are still struggli
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the reduced budget allocation for the Fiji Police Force does not mean there is a lack of Government commitment.Responding to questions
Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel will appear on a special fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7pm this Thursday.The show will focus on the 2026/2027 Natio
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Fiji has welcomed the 2026/2027 National Budget, describing the newly announced animal welfare measures as gro
Thousands of young children across Fiji are expected to benefit from increased investment in Early Childhood Education, with the Government allocating $34.176 million to
The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kalouniwai says they would gently offer that a nation whose institutions are being hollowed o
As concerns remain on government expenditure, Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel says the current size of the cabinet will remain until after the general elections w
The 2026-2027 National Budget provides much-needed relief for businesses while balancing support for vulnerable Fijians despite the Government's limited fiscal space and
The Fiji Trades Union Congress says it is disappointed with the 2026/2027 National Budget, claiming it offers little new relief for workers grappling with the rising cost
The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association says the tourism industry did not propose, endorse or broadly agree to the Government's proposed 5 percent Tourism Services Tax or
More than 2,900 residential lots and 1,800 houses are expected to be made available as Government moves to address housing challenges facing low and middle-income earners
Minister for Finance Esrom Immanuel says the Government has provided the best support it can during the current economic crisis, but acknowledges it cannot satisfy everyo
The Fiji Council of Social Services says while the allocation of over $200 million for social welfare in the 2026/2027 National Budget is a positive step, the key issue r
Education Minister Aseri Radrodro says retaining teachers remains an ongoing challenge as many continue to leave the profession for better opportunities both overseas and
More idle land is expected to be brought into production under the 2026-2027 National Budget as the Government continues supporting farmers to increase local food p
The 2026/2027 National Budget is a very responsible and well-thought-out budget in the circumstances that we are in as far as the global fuel crisis goes. National Fed
This is not a campaign budget, but a very realistic one.Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka highlighted this to fijvillage News from his residence, saying a campaign budget
Social welfare recipients receiving the additional 50 percent temporary fuel relief payment can expect further Government support after the assistance ends next month, wi
Public safety will not be compromised, says Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu as the Force prepares to recruit 400 officers despite a reduced budget from $240.3 mill
The $647 million allocation for the health sector in the 2026/2027 National Budget has been welcomed as a significant boost to addressing Fiji's healthcare priorities, wi
Leader of the Opposition Inia Seruiratu says while the 2026-2027 National Budget contains some positive measures for people and businesses, the Opposition will closely ex