Neglect and isolation cause rising suicide rates among elderly in Fiji - Kiran
Neglect is one of the primary causes of suicide and attempted suicide, with many elderly people living alone and facing health issues. This was highlighted by the Assi
Author: Iliana Biutu
Lavidi Brothers aim to defend Kadavu 7s title
The BLK Lavidi Brothers have set their target of defending the Fiji Bitter Kadavu 7s title this year as they prepare for the three-day competition that kicks off tomorrow
Fiji calls for Pacific cooperation in plastic control efforts
Plastic is one of the contributors to the triple planetary crisis, which includes climate change, marine pollution, and biodiversity loss. Permanent Secretary for Envi
Fiji Men's Netball prepares for historic first international tournament in Singapore
The Fiji Men’s Netball team has announced their 15-member squad to participate in the Singapore Tournament from the 2nd to the 8th December 2024. Head coach Jio
Health officials monitoring COVID-19 variants and seasonal influenza trends
The Ministry of Health has a surveillance system to look at the trends of infectious diseases, specifically looking at respiratory infections, including the various COVID
Frequent hand washing vital to combatting infections
Students along the Lami to Navua corridor have been reminded of the importance of maintaining hygiene by frequently washing their hands to prevent infections such as typh
Navunikabi villagers reject relocation despite EFL’s reassurances on hydro project
The villagers of Navunikabi in Namosi continue to resist relocation, despite confirmation from Energy Fiji Limited that no existing settlements or villages will be reloca
Naraiyawa Women’s Club introduces Starlink to support education and community connectivity
Naraiyawa Women’s Club introduces Starlink to support education and community connectivity The villagers of Naraiyawa in Namosi no longer need to travel to Suva
Kadavu 7s aims to renovate Namalata School before Christmas
The Fiji Bitter Kadavu 7s has aimed to improve the toilets and paint the classroom of Namalata District School and they hope to complete this project before Christmas.
Amplifying girls' voices key to building an equitable future – PS Youth
We must create a more equitable world, we must listen to the voices of girls and amplify their visions for the future. This has been highlighted by Ministry of Youth a
94-year-old Reverend Vatanitawake urge families to combat crime through stronger bonds
We cannot ignore the increase in crime, but people have the responsibility to look after their family circle. This was highlighted by 94-year-old Reverend Pauliasi Va
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
Men between 18 to 25-yrs-old have the highest rates of suicide and self-harm - Empower Pacific CEO
Men and boys between 18 and 25 years old had the highest rates of both attempted suicide and deliberate self-harm. This was revealed by Empower Pacific CEO Patrick M
UniFiji’s Dr Prasad among world's top 2 percent scientists, recognised by Stanford University
It is a proud moment for Dr.Ramendra Prasad who is a senior lecturer at the University of Fiji to be selected as one of the world's top 2 percent of scientists by Stanfo
Substandard timber treatment in Fiji's market sparks national concern - Bainivalu
The status of timber treatment in Fiji, particularly the issue of selling substandard treated timber in the domestic market, is a cause of concern and has become a critic
Villages in Ovalau struggle with poor road conditions,await government action
Villages in Ovalau have raised concerns about the poor condition of their roads, an issue they have experienced for an extended period of time. A resident of Waitovu,
Vinshika Pal receives a new lease of life after successful heart surgery
13-year-old Vinshika Pal who had been suffering from heart disease, has received a new lease of life after a surgery conducted at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Childrenâ
More businesses investing in workforce, crucial for our nation's economic progress - Kamikamica
More businesses are required to invest in our workforce because it contributes to the progress of our economy. This has been highlighted by the Deputy Prime Minister a
College of Medicine Adventist Association lead pick-a-thon to promote environmental health
The College of Medicine Pasifika Campus, Medical Adventist Student Association has taken the initiative to engage in community outreach by organising a pick-a-thon. F
Fiji 21 and Under side thumped by Aotearoa Maori 75-29
The Fiji 21 and Under side were thumped by Aotearoa Maori 23-59 in their first match at the FNU Nasinu gym. Netball Fiji CEO, Vivian Coster says this is a good opp
Lifeline Fiji urges public to seek help as suicide cases rise
It is a worry that there are a high number of cases of mental health that involves people under the age of 60. While speaking to fijivillage News, Lifeline Fiji team l