Wrong people receive social assistance as Ministry loses records - Tabuya
There have been cases where the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection has lost the manual records of the people who are supposed to be receiving assistance an
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Nadi-Lautoka water supply set for major improvements with $8.3M upgrades by year-end
Water supply for people living along the Nadi to Lautoka corridor is expected to improve by the end of this year as the Water Authority of Fiji is upgrading the Nagado Tr
$30,000 bonus was promised if the team won the RWC quarter-final – Saukuru
The Prime Minister had promised a bonus of $30,000 per player if the Fiji Water Flying Fijians team won the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final. Minister for Youth and
Fiji Rugby players’ payment report to be out this week – Saukuru
The Fiji Rugby Union trustees have promised to investigate the players' claims, and as such engaged Ioane Naiveli and Company Chartered Accountants to review each of the
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
83 schools approved for fundraising this year to support infrastructure, student well-being - Radrodro
83 schools from the 916 schools including 178 secondary and 738 primary schools within the 9 education districts have been granted approval to organise fundraising this y
Misunderstanding on new Rakiraki dumpsite
There was a misunderstanding in Parliament regarding the confirmation of the dumpsite location for the Rakiraki Town Council, where Minister for Local Government Maciu Na
Terms of reference for the Commission of inquiry drafted - Rabuka
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirms the Commission Of Inquiry terms of reference into the FICAC related matters have been drafted and will be available soon. Rabuk
First 3-years of NDP 2025-2029 will be getting the basics right – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has highlighted that in the first three years of the National Development Plan 2025-2029, there will
1,700 boreholes expected to be constructed in the country
1,700 boreholes are expected to be constructed around the country, with 500 in Vanua Levu, 1,000 in Viti Levu and 200 in the maritime areas. Deputy Prime Minister and
If she feels staying on will cause interference, Malimali as a senior lawyer should know what is in the best interest of everyone - PM
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says if the FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali feels that her staying on in the position would be interfering with the investigation of
There’s a disconnect between FRU and Govt – Speaker
Speaker of Parliament, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu says there seems to be a disconnect in the role of Fiji Rugby Union and the government. Ratu Naiqama highlighted this in
Calls for compulsory education grows as child loitering complaints rise - Tabuya
The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection is lobbying for compulsory schooling as a measure to tackle the increasing problem of child loitering and absenteeis
Ro Filipe replaces Tabuya as People’s Alliance Deputy Leader
Ro Filipe Tuisawau has been appointed as one of the People’s Alliance Party Deputy Leaders. This has been confirmed by Acting General Secretary, Sila Balawa.
Doctor Taga is the new Acting Permanent Secretary at the PM’s Office
Doctor Raijeli Taga will take over from Pita Wise as the Acting Permanent Secretary at the Office of the Prime Minister. This is after Wise handed his resignation foll
Commission of Inquiry is the most impartial means to address allegations surrounding the work of FICAC - PM
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka states that a Commission of Inquiry is the most appropriate and impartial means to address allegations surrounding the work of FICAC. R
President Katonivere and USAID strengthen Fiji's democratic transition
In a unified display of commitment to democratic advancement in Fiji, President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere joined government leaders, philanthropic partners, and civil soci
Civil servants can't lose their jobs for speaking out – Prof. Prasad
There is still a culture of fear amongst civil servants, but it does not mean civil servants will lose their jobs if they raise questions in a public consultation or semi
Rice farmers to get weedicide and fertilizer subsidies
Good news as rice farmers will receive weedicide and fertilizer subsidies to support the growth and productivity of rice industry in Fiji. Chairman of Fiji Rice Limited
Over 171,000 Fijians to benefit from new flood early warning systems in Rewa, Naitasiri and Tailevu
About 171,611 Fijians in the Rewa Delta, Naitasiri, and parts of Tailevu will now benefit from 17 newly installed flood early warning systems. The government say this
Deputy PM launches BusinessNow platform to streamline online business services in Fiji
Fijians will no longer need to wait in lines, as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Co-operatives, SMEs, and Communications, Manoa Kamikamica has officially l