New hope for Sharma and Nasilasila after lifesaving heart surgeries
Having fought bravely through their heart conditions, 4-year-old Janvika Nalini Sharma and 12-year-old Mereani Roro Nasilasila have now received life-saving surgeries at
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Failure to enforce tobacco control fuels NCDs surge in Fiji – Dr Vakamocea
Fiji’s lack of full adherence to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control is driving a sharp increase in non-communicable diseases, putting more pressure on the
Fiji secures semi-final spot in World Cup Qualifiers with 1-1 draw
Fiji has earned a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania Qualifiers semi-finals after a hard-fought 1-all draw against New Caledonia in Port Moresby this afternoon.
80 families in Korovuto set to receive safe water supply after 13-year struggle
80 families in Korovuto Settlement Nadi may soon see an end to their 13-year struggle for clean and safe water, as plans are underway to connect them to the main water su
14-year-old student, missing since Friday afternoon
Police are seeking assistance in locating 14-year-old Seasea Wakanise Tavoli, who has been missing since Friday afternoon. Police say Tavoli has not returned home afte
Fiji could lose 4% of GDP to climate change by 2100 without urgent investment
Fiji risks of losing 4 percent of its GDP by 2100 due to climate change unless it urgently invests in adaptation. This concern was highlighted by the Deputy Prime Mini
Ageing facilities at CWM Hospital to be addressed through new development plan
The Fiji Medical Association hopes that a new sister hospital will be completed soon to support the ageing infrastructure of the Colonial War Memorial Hospital. While
New Zealand secures semi-final spot with big win over Vanuatu
The All Whites dominated their first-ever game in Hamilton, defeating Vanuatu 8-1 to secure a spot in the Oceania Qualifiers semi-finals for the FIFA World Cup. Goals
Radrodro warns Heads of Schools and Management Committees on mismanagement of free education grant
The Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro is warning Heads of Schools and Management Committees that the responsibility for school maintenance and planning falls to them
RSL transport resumes for Natusara students in Kadavu
Transport services for Natusara Village School students in Kadavu have resumed, ensuring they will not miss exams due to recent disruptions. Education Minister Aseri R
Fiji’s healthcare system is struggling as nurse shortages leave patients and staff overwhelmed – Dr Vakamocea
Fiji Medical Association President, Doctor Alipate Vakamocea admits they are struggling with the provision of healthcare service delivery due to theshortage of nurses.
Verma family receives death threats after viral video of security officer
The Verma family is facing a series of death threats after posting a viral video online involving a 62-year-old security officer last Saturday, and they have reported the
Barriers to digital finance leave vulnerable Fijians struggling
Vulnerable groups across Fiji—including elderly villagers, low-income families and rural communities face significant obstacles in accessing digital financial serv
Against all odds: 15-year-old to fly Fiji’s flag in AFL tournament
15-year-old Manasa Bukawaqa Katonivere is preparing for an opportunity he could have only dreamed of months ago. Soon, he will be on a plane to Brisbane, representing
Tolerance of suffering is a serious issue that prevents the country from healing - Sigarara
People in Fiji have become more desensitized to trauma, particularly when it comes to violence against women and children and while emotional wounds from past events cont
Retired Major calls for youth involvement in Remembrance Day to honour our veterans
School students know very little or nothing at all about the history of the Fijian military and my earnest desire is to involve the school children and to get them to kno
Fernandes receives praise after helping Manchester United to a 3-0 against Leicester
Manchester United’s interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy has highly praised attacking midfielder and Portuguese footballer Bruno Fernandes after he helped United secur
40-year-old charged with alleged murder of a 70-year-old man in Suva
A 40-year-old man will appear in the Suva Magistrates Court today after being charged with the alleged murder of a 70-year-old man. It is alleged the man was under the
iTaukei community dominates 2024 HIV statistics in Fiji with 89%
The i-Taukei community is dominating the HIV statistics in Fiji with a striking 89 percent, according to the latest data presented at the Global AIDS Monitoring and HIV E
Food stalls and minibus bases under the spotlight in Suva’s drug crisis
Food stalls and minibus stands in Suva have become key hotspots for drug activities, sparking urgent calls for action. The Suva City Council is being pressed to crack
SCC owed $37.958M in rate and rent arrears, Name and Shame plan to recover outstanding arrears
The Suva City Council is owed $37.958 million in total rates and rental arrears until the 30th of September this year, and it now plans to introduce a "Name and Shame" in