The government respects the decision from the Vanua of Namosi – Ditoka
Minister of Rural Development, Sakiasi Ditoka says the government's stand has not changed and they are very respectful of the Vanua of Namosi and the hierarchy and the de
Tag: government
PM withdrew nominee for President as Speaker highlighted there was some discomfort on some of the nominees
There was some discomfort on some of the nominees for the country’s President, and that is why Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka withdrew his nominee for the electio
Ministry investigating alleged malpractice during Year 8 exam against Chief Supervisor and teacher at Ba school - Radrodro
The Ministry of Education is investigating allegations of misconduct during the Fiji Eighth Year external exam at a Ba school last week. When questioned by fijivillage
Commission of Inquiry into FICAC to be discussed in cabinet on Tuesday – PM
Cabinet will discuss a paper next Tuesday for the establishment of a Commission of Inquiry into the recent issues surrounding FICAC, a terms of reference and the list of
$3.6 million paid to striking Vatukoula Mine workers after 3 decades
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka could not contain his emotions as workers involved in the long standing Vatukoula Gold Mine strike received their first batch of payment of
Evidence of alleged fraud found in the 2019 ADB AGM report
Parliament has unanimously agreed that a thorough investigation should be done into the mismanagement of funds on the process that was followed in the procurement of good
President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere tipped to be re-elected for his final 3 year term
President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere is tipped to be re-elected as the country's President for his final 3 year term today. The Sitiveni Rabuka led coalition government i
Wrong people receive social assistance as Ministry loses records - Tabuya
There have been cases where the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection has lost the manual records of the people who are supposed to be receiving assistance an
Nadi-Lautoka water supply set for major improvements with $8.3M upgrades by year-end
Water supply for people living along the Nadi to Lautoka corridor is expected to improve by the end of this year as the Water Authority of Fiji is upgrading the Nagado Tr
$30,000 bonus was promised if the team won the RWC quarter-final – Saukuru
The Prime Minister had promised a bonus of $30,000 per player if the Fiji Water Flying Fijians team won the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final. Minister for Youth and
Fiji Rugby players’ payment report to be out this week – Saukuru
The Fiji Rugby Union trustees have promised to investigate the players' claims, and as such engaged Ioane Naiveli and Company Chartered Accountants to review each of the
Navunikabi villagers reject Namosi Hydro Dam plan, accuse Govt of disrespect
Villagers of Navunikabi in Namosi disagree with the planned construction of the Namosi Hydro Dam by Energy Fiji Limited on their land. The organisation known as Lomani
83 schools approved for fundraising this year to support infrastructure, student well-being - Radrodro
83 schools from the 916 schools including 178 secondary and 738 primary schools within the 9 education districts have been granted approval to organise fundraising this y
Misunderstanding on new Rakiraki dumpsite
There was a misunderstanding in Parliament regarding the confirmation of the dumpsite location for the Rakiraki Town Council, where Minister for Local Government Maciu Na
Terms of reference for the Commission of inquiry drafted - Rabuka
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirms the Commission Of Inquiry terms of reference into the FICAC related matters have been drafted and will be available soon. Rabuk
First 3-years of NDP 2025-2029 will be getting the basics right – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has highlighted that in the first three years of the National Development Plan 2025-2029, there will
1,700 boreholes expected to be constructed in the country
1,700 boreholes are expected to be constructed around the country, with 500 in Vanua Levu, 1,000 in Viti Levu and 200 in the maritime areas. Deputy Prime Minister and
If she feels staying on will cause interference, Malimali as a senior lawyer should know what is in the best interest of everyone - PM
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says if the FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali feels that her staying on in the position would be interfering with the investigation of
There’s a disconnect between FRU and Govt – Speaker
Speaker of Parliament, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu says there seems to be a disconnect in the role of Fiji Rugby Union and the government. Ratu Naiqama highlighted this in
Calls for compulsory education grows as child loitering complaints rise - Tabuya
The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection is lobbying for compulsory schooling as a measure to tackle the increasing problem of child loitering and absenteeis
Ro Filipe replaces Tabuya as People’s Alliance Deputy Leader
Ro Filipe Tuisawau has been appointed as one of the People’s Alliance Party Deputy Leaders. This has been confirmed by Acting General Secretary, Sila Balawa.