Joinery company fined $30,000 for failing to deliver after taking payment
A joinery company has been fined $30,000 by Suva Magistrates Court for accepting payment and not delivering on goods and services within a reasonable time. The Fijian
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FCCC issues warning on evolving scams targeting Fijians
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is issuing a public warning after observing the persistent and evolving nature of scam tactics targeting Fijians. CEO Se
53 alleged breaches found during FCCC post-budget inspections
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has uncovered 53 alleged breaches during its nationwide post-budget inspections, with businesses accused of failing to pass
FCCC urges people to check receipts and report if 12.5% VAT is not reflected
With the reduction in VAT from 15 to 12.5 percent now in effect, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is urging people to check their receipts, which should sho
Retailers work with FCCC to manage VAT transition
Suva Retailers Association President Jitesh Patel says they are working with the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission to manage the transition to the new VAT, as ma
Over 120 market surveys set benchmark for post-budget price monitoring – FCCC
To ensure that the benefits of the 2025–2026 Fijian National Budget is passed down to everyone, more than 120 market surveys have been carried out nationwide by th
FCCC warns of AI-generated deepfake scam using fake news video and investment claims
People are being alerted to a highly deceptive scam video currently circulating online which is a deepfake, generated using artificial intelligence without the knowledge
We will monitor that price reductions are passed to consumers – FCCC CEO
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has welcomed the subsidies announced in the 2025/2026 National Budget, with CEO Senikavika Jiuta saying that this will cush
FCCC ramps up pre-budget market surveys to deter price hikes ahead of budget announcement
In anticipation of the 2025-2026 National Budget announcement this Friday, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission states that it is conducting pre-budget surveys
FCCC urges public to report unfair prices ahead of budget announcement
With the 2025-2026 National Budget announcement on the 27th of this month, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is strongly encouraging people to report any ins
Powdered milk prices anticipated to increase to above $6 - FCCC
Get ready to pay more for powdered milk due to the significant increase in cost of sourcing it from New Zealand The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is warni
No cement shortage expected amid temporary mill repairs - FCCC
Fijian families and businesses can rest assured that there will be no shortage of cement products, despite the temporary closure of Pacific Cement Pte Limited. Fijian
FCCC secures $27,800 in fines and compensation for consumer protection breaches
A fine and compensation of $27,800 has been secured by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission, successfully prosecuting traders for serious breaches of the FCCC
Traders warned after 53 breaches uncovered in FCCC’s pre-Easter inspections
Traders have been issued warnings for possible prosecution after 53 cases of non-compliance were uncovered following over 700 inspections conducted across the country by
Senikavika Jiuta appointed as new CEO for FCCC
Senikavika Jiuta has been appointed to be the new Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Co-operatives, Small and Me
FCCC announces reduction in Ghee prices
As people prepare for Eid, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has delivered good news by announcing a significant reduction in ghee prices. This reduction
Any form of price gouging or unethical conduct will not be tolerated – FCCC CEO
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is reminding all traders that any form of price gouging or unethical conduct will not be tolerated, with the country experi
FCCC partners with Methodist Church to promote sustainable practices this Christmas
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) is collaborating with the Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma this Christmas season to promote sustainable practices
FCCC reviews supply chain for ghee as it comes under price control
Now that the price of ghee will come under price control, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is undertaking a comprehensive review of the supply chain and pro
Ghee now under price control but FCCC yet to confirm the price
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
FCCC warns traders against price gouging as Fiji enters cyclone season
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is advising the public to remain vigilant with Fiji being in the midst of the cyclone season. FCCC is urging traders to