83-year-old veteran reflects on service as Fiji launches 2025 National Poppy Appeal
83-year-old Army veteran Saweli Uraura says he is happy to still be alive for this year’s Poppy Day and to reunite with the friends he served alongside many years
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Hindu community observes last day of Navratri
As the sacred festival of Navratri draws to a close, the Hindu community are coming together in devotion, colour, music, and deep spiritual purpose. Shree Sanatan Dhar
27 suicide and attempted suicide cases reported among Fijians above age of 60 in 2024
As we mark Older Persons Day, data from the Fiji Police Force paints a sobering picture as 27 cases of suicide and attempted suicide were recorded among Fijians aged 60 a
MSME workshop empowers Fijians with new funding opportunities
Fijians are being empowered through the two-day Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Information Session and IGP Workshop at Suvavou House, which promotes collaborative i
Fiji records $194M marijuana and $1.3M meth seizures in six months
The government has declared the country’s narcotics crisis an existential threat as the Ministry of Policing revealed that police seized more than 19 tonnes of mar
Driver fatigue third leading cause of road accidents last year – LTA
Driver fatigue was the third leading cause of road accidents in Fiji last year, and the Land Transport Authority together with Nestle Fiji marked International Coffee Day
Professor Prasad urges predictable and affordable international development support
We want all international development assistance to be part of predictable, affordable, and transformative programs that lift people out of poverty, create decent livelih
FCCC Act review to reintroduce on-the-spot fines
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission Act is being reviewed where one of the key areas that is under review is the reintroduction of on-the-spot fines. This h
Health Ministry faces difficulties in recruiting health professionals
The Health Ministry is facing difficulties in recruiting dental hygienists, medical imaging technologists, and pharmacists.

Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atoni
Homecoming Festival Fiji signs media partnership with CFL for UB40 Big Love Tour
Homecoming Festival Fiji has officially signed a radio media partnership with South Pacific's largest radio broadcaster, Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company o
755 sexual offence cases against minors last year, 29 victims were infants - Kiran
In the past year, 63 percent of all reported sexual offences involved children, including 29 infants under the age of five, totaling 755 cases of sexual violence against
Survivors of cyberbullying urge Fijians to show compassion and report online abuse
Survivors of cyberbullying and image-based abuse are urging everyone to show kindness, report harmful content, and help create a safer space where people can feel protect
Govt revenue hits record $4.04 billion – Prof. Prasad
The government has collected a record $4.04 billion in total revenue from both tax and non-tax sources for the last financial year ending July 2025. Deputy Prime Minis
Inflation remains negative for 7 months, economic growth likely to be revised – Prof. Prasad
Fijians are continuing to feel the effects of falling prices, with inflation remaining in negative territory for the past seven months. While responding to a question
Nearly 2,000 child welfare cases were reported in Fiji in just one year – Kiran
Last year alone, the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection received 1,977 child welfare cases through the Child Helpline, with 62 percent involving neglect, p
Fiji mabe pearls now sold at Jack’s of Fiji - Bainivalu
The Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry has successfully developed the farming and sale of Mabe pearls, turning them into a luxury product sold in Jack’s of Fiji.â
If people claim there is no employment, then that is the greatest lie – Minister for Employment
The challenges of a rising cost of living, access to quality education, and employment opportunities remain critical issues for many Fijians today. At the National Fed
More than 50 percent of sexual crimes are committed against children - Kiran
Serious concerns continue to be raised about the safety of children in the country, and according to the Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection and National
Prioritize wellness for true prosperity - Ahalawat
Keep running, keep walking, keep doing yoga and meditation, and at least spend 30 minutes daily on yourself for your growth, prosperity, and well-being. These were th
Miss NFA, Rhyelle Aisea crowned Miss Hibiscus 2025
Miss National Fire Authority, Rhyelle Aisea was loudly cheered as she was crowned Miss Hibiscus 2025. During the week-long festival, Aisea also proudly showcased her R
We’ve existed for more than 60 years because we are united in our belief – NFP Leader
National Federation Party Leader and Acting Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad says NFP has existed for more than 60 years because they believe in certain principles a