25 jobs created as CK Mega Bargain opens new Labasa outlet
The opening of the new CK Mega Bargain outlet in Labasa has created 25 jobs for people in the North.Speaking to fijivillage News, Manager Rakesh Kumar says people can now
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Businesses say finding skilled workers remains a major challenge, 15,500 Fijians migrated overseas between Jan 2023 and Feb 2024
Foreign worker employment in Fiji has increased by 79 percent between 2022 and 2025, highlighting growing pressure on businesses to fill critical skills shortages. This
Fiji’s workforce under strain as 11% of employers seek foreign workers
Nearly 11 percent of employers applied for work permits between August 2023 and January 2025, with approximately 6,460 permits issued in critical sectors such as construc
Employment Ministry launches communication strategy to tackle misinformation
Fijians are expected to benefit from better access to accurate employment information following the launch of the Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relat
False News Alert - PS Employment not in custody
The Permanent Secretary of Employment Maritino Nemani is not in police custody and allegations of an assault on a Ministry employee is false. This follows an incident
Employment Bill set for Parliament next month after extended review
The Employment Relations Bill 2025 is currently before the Parliamentary Standing Committee for scrutiny and will be tabled in Parliament next month following completion
Firms with 20 plus workers required to set up safety committees
Workplaces employing 20 or more workers are required by law to register their operations and establish a health and safety committee every year by March 31st. Mohammed
Singh calls for stronger employer-worker dialogue to boost workplace safety and productivity
The Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, Agni Deo Singh has highlighted the urgent need for stronger psychosocial dialogue between employers and
Civil servants to report to work despite weather conditions
All civil servants are expected to report to work today. This has been highlighted by the Ministry of Civil Service following the advice from the Ministry of Rural and Ma
Workers to be paid double for working during Easter holidays - PS Employment
Employers are being reminded that workers required to work during the Easter public holidays must be paid double.The Permanent Secretary for Employment, Productivity and
$50M True Mart Complex opens in Nepani employing 50-70 people
Today marks a historic occasion for people residing in Laqere and nearby communities following the official opening of the $50 million True Mart Complex which will als
Fiji and New Zealand review Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme to improve worker benefits
The Recognised Seasonal Employer work scheme continues to provide strong support for many Fijian families, particularly in rural areas. This has been highlighted as offic
Fiji lost around 100,000 people to overseas opportunities in recent years - Immanuel
The Minister for Finance, Commerce and Business Development, Esrom Immanuel has highlighted the ongoing challenge of skilled worker migration, revealing that Fiji has los
$6.9M paid in compensation for 590 workplace and school accident cases since June 2024
More than $6.9 million has been paid out to 590 victims of workplace and school accidents since June 2024, highlighting the scale of injuries affecting Fijian workers and
Fiji strengthens youth counseling and sports integrity initiatives
Youths can pursue a career in counseling where they can provide support to young people who may be facing social, emotional or personal challenges as the Ministry for You
Unemployment and migration of skilled workers need urgent action - PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that a five-year National Strategic Human Resource Plan is being formulated to address youth unemployment, which will align human
Support systems for Fijian workers overseas under review
Strengthening protections and improving welfare support for Fijian workers overseas remain key priorities as the Government continues to refine its labour mobility progra
RCL Services expands operations, providing jobs to over 600 Fijians
More than 600 people will now be employed at RCL Services Pte Limited following the launch of its newly expanded office of approximately $600,000 in Valelevu Tax Fr
$1M fines and jail terms ‘too harsh’, says Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways has raised serious concerns over the scale and scope of penalties proposed in the Employment Relations Bill, warning that the legislation risks criminalising
KPMG Fiji welcomes 55 new graduates
55 new graduates have joined KPMG Fiji in the 2026 cohort. In a statement, KPMG says of those, 33 have joined the KPMG Dynamix (FDX) division and a further 22 are working
Yaqara workers on strike agree in principle to meet employer after Ministry steps in
The representative for 34 workers of Yaqara Pastoral Company PTE Ltd, who have been on a strike since yesterday over unpaid Cost of Living Adjustment, have agreed in p