Yavusa Munia reclaims ancestral land after 36 years
After 36 years, Yavusa Munia in Vanuabalavu received their original freehold title to their 1,110-hectare ancestral land. The ceremony was officiated by the Prime Mini
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Fiji imports processed sugar for manufacturers- Tunabuna
Fiji imports processed white sugar for manufacturers such as Coca-Cola and other companies, while raw sugar for supermarkets is only imported when there is insufficient l
Environment Ministry says no application for hyperscale data centre by Google, no concerns on water consumption
The Ministry of Environment has today clarified that the proposed Google ICT facility has neither been applied for nor assessed as a hyperscale data centre, and the w
EMP application for beach manholes and trenching of conduits relating to proposed Natadola cable landing development declined
The Department of Environment declined the Environmental Management Plan application for the beach manholes and trenching of conduits relating to the proposed Natadola Go
Two new borehole projects deliver safe water to more than 400 Lomaloma villagers
More than 400 villagers in Lomaloma now have access to safe and reliable water following the commissioning of two new borehole water supply projects.While commissioning t
Construction contracts for four major bridge projects to be signed soon - Ro Filipe
Designs for 11 critical bridges have been completed, with construction contracts for four major bridge projects expected to be signed within two months as Fiji moves ahea
$1.6 million evacuation centre to recognise Viria Village's contribution to Fiji's water security
A new $1.6 million evacuation centre will soon provide the people of Viria Village in Naitasiri with a safer place during natural disasters, while recognising the communi
Traditional Fijian welcome marks AIIB President Zou Jiayi's first official visit to Fiji
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank President Zou Jiayi has reaffirmed the bank's long-term commitment to Fiji's development, saying AIIB will remain a reliable partner
Grace Home Shelter and Golden Age Home Lautoka residents receive support
Residents of the Grace Home Shelter and Golden Age Home Lautoka Shelter have received cash, clothing and essential items from staff of the Ministry of Women, Children and
Work to remove first three derelict vessels from Suva Harbour set to begin
Work to remove the first three of 17 identified derelict vessels from Suva Harbour is set to begin following a meeting of the Derelict Vessel Removal Project Governance C
AIIB approves US$80M in financing to improve Fiji's climate and disaster preparedness
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved US$80 million which is about FJ$179 million in sovereign-backed financing to support Fiji's efforts to str
New boat and engine to boost livelihoods in Qaranivai Village, Macuata
More than 55 villagers from 12 households in Qaranivai Village, Dogotuki in Macuata, are expected to benefit from a new fibreglass boat and outboard engine provided throu
Major jetty upgrade projects progressing across Fiji - Ro Filipe
Major jetty renewal and upgrade projects are progressing across Fiji as the Government moves to strengthen maritime infrastructure and support the nation's socio-economic
New solar power system enhances healthcare services at Gasele Nursing Station
Residents of Gasele and nearby communities in Kadavu will now have access to more reliable healthcare services following the installation of a solar power system at the G
95% student attendance recorded in Taveuni as bus services resume
Students in Taveuni have returned to school without further disruption after Taveuni Buses Limited resumed services across the island. Permanent Secretary for Education,
Gallau, Rakiraki farmers choose harvesting over strike despite challenges
A Rakiraki sugarcane farmer says growers in Gallau would rather harvest their cane than go on strike because they would ultimately be the ones to suffer the losses.
New boat gives Rewa fisherman chance to grow business
After more than three years of relying on a small wooden boat to support his family, Rewa fisherman Aveneel Chand now has the opportunity to expand his fishing business w
Ratu Sukuna and Extension Street road upgrade to deliver safer roads and smoother traffic
Safer roads, lower accident risks and reduced congestion are among the key benefits expected from the $28.2 million Ratu Sukuna Road Upgrade and the new Extension Street
Kiran urges youth to champion peace and protect Fiji's unity
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran has challenged young people to become champions of peace and social cohesion, encouraging them to protect
Peacekeeping must adapt to new security threats - Turaga
Peacekeeping operations must continue to adapt as conflicts become more complex and new security threats emerge.Acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga made the comments
Dairo remains banned during beche-de-mer season- Ministry of Fisheries
The Ministry of Fisheries is reminding fishers and traders that Dairo, also known as Sandfish, remains banned during the upcoming beche-de-mer harvesting season.The Minis