MSAF investigates death of passenger on MV Ohana at Suva Wharf
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has confirmed it has launched an investigation into the death of a 58-year-old female passenger aboard the Interlink passenger vesse
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Eleta Vakaweka takes produce to Lami to fund children's school needs
As the festive season continues, Eleta Vakaweka from Wainimakutu Village in Namosi has started selling her produce in Lami Town to prepare for her children’s back-
Labasa Market sees spike in vegetable prices after heavy rain
Vegetable prices at the Labasa Market have risen sharply, raising concerns among both vendors and consumers.Speaking to fijivillage News, market vendor Rakesh Chand from
Death of passenger on Interlink's MV Ohana ferry sparks public outcry over safety standards
A tragic incident aboard the Interlink's MV Ohana ferry at the Suva Wharf on Monday has prompted serious concerns regarding passenger safety and emergency preparedness in
Naitasiri farmer earns $11,000 from kava harvest this Christmas
This Christmas is merrier for Naitasiri farmer Aporosa Vuranisiga, as he has earned $11,000 after harvesting and selling 1,000 kava plants.While speaking to fijivillage N
FIJI Water Foundation donates over $301,000 to 62 local charities
Good news for 62 local charities, as the fiji water foundation has directed more than $301,000 to them through its 2025 wonderful giving program, marking one of its most
Pineapple farm brings Christmas joy to Sekoula Disomilo and her family in the North
Sekoula Disomilo’s Christmas has been made brighter thanks to her pineapple farm, which helped her to buy items for the celebration and contribute to her six child
Autar remanded in alleged 2019 cocaine export case
Shaneil Autar, a Lautoka businessman who was arrested and recharged for allegedly facilitating the exportation of more than 39 kilograms of cocaine to Australia in 2019,
Market vendors expect increase in sale from tomorrow
Market vendors are hoping to increase their sales starting from tomorrow, after noting a drop in sales in previous weeks due to persistent bad weather and heavy rainfall.
Rum Co. of Fiji's Lautoka 16-Year-Old wins big at Asia Spirits Rating Competition
Rum Co. of Fiji's Lautoka 16-Year-Old rum has been awarded a silver medal at the Asia Spirits Rating Competition, one of Asia’s most respected competitions re
Nadi braces for festive rush as outdoor sales fees drop to $30
Outdoor sales fees in Nadi Town have been significantly reduced for the festive period, a move expected to boost Christmas and New Year trading as foot traffic continues
Lau group set to benefit from major digital connectivity rollout
Access to reliable mobile and digital connectivity is set to transform lives of people living in the remote Lau Group, following the signing of a landmark Universal Servi
Labasa market vendors work with council to help identify illegal activities
For the first time, the Labasa Market Vendors Association is working together with the Labasa Town Council to identify drug-related cases in the Labasa market area.Labasa
Nasikasika Farmers Cooperative gets new tractor to boost farming efforts
Nasikasika Farmers Cooperative in the Korotari area of Macuata Province has received a major boost to its farming operations with the handover of a new tractor under the
All communities free to do business in Fiji - Rabuka
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has given a strong assurance that all ethnic communities in Fiji are safe, protected, and free to pursue their economic interests under his
Double taxation agreement between Fiji and NZ currently reviewed
The double taxation agreement between Fiji and New Zealand is currently being reviewed, with the commencement of the first round of negotiations between the two countries
$12 million jetty yet to open in Korolevu
A new $12 million Korolevu jetty is expected to soon improve accessibility for people along the Coral Coast. The project is being funded by the Chinese Gov
Price Monitoring & Enforcement Taskforce launches pre-festive price and safety crackdown in western division
The Price Monitoring & Enforcement Taskforce has kicked off a major two-day inspection operation across the Western Division from yesterday and today, targeting super
$10M Yatu Lau Arcade upgrade creates new business spaces
The refurbishment of the Yatu Lau Arcade in Suva is expected to create more job opportunities and improve services for the people, as the modernized complex sits in the h
Rarawai Mills reopens today
The Rarawai Mill in Ba reopens today following successful restoration works. Farmers are advised that normal cane delivery to the Rarawai Mill will resume from today.
Fiji enters a new digital era as Telecom Fiji launches 5G network
Fiji entered a new chapter of digital transformation today as Telecom Fiji Limited officially launched its 5G network, an advancement expected to redefine how Fijians liv