Latest Business news and updates from Fiji and the Pacific.
Jale Radravu Vulakauvaki, a 10-year-old student who attends St Marcellin Primary School in Suva, is spending his school holidays to support his family’s small business. Vulakauvaki, who lives in Samabula has take
50 farmers will now be able to treat farming as a business after completing a two-day training programme held at Cerumadave Settlement in Naduna, Macuata. The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways says the training
The Koronivia Business Council is deeply concerned over recent reports involving the alleged mistreatment of 26 Bangladeshi workers by a retail business operating in Koronivia, Nausori. The Council convened an urge
In a bid to empower and boost MSMEs in the country, Business Link Pacific has launched a new $500,000 Co-Investment Fund, supported by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. BLP says this support wi
A local SME business owner and operator for a long time, Mahesh Syndicate says they are deeply concerned by the recent surge in burglaries, attempted break-ins, and thefts affecting businesses in their area. Mahesh
Fijian families and businesses can rest assured that there will be no shortage of cement products, despite the temporary closure of Pacific Cement Pte Limited. Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission CEO, Senika
As Labasa has been identified as a hot spot for termites, businesses have raised concerns of high cost of building material and people are opting for steel structures. While speaking during public consultations wit
Good news for the five Parametric Insurance recipients in Fiji, who have received their certificates and payouts at the Grand Pacific Hotel. A single mother of six, Emily Qio from Lautoka says her small business is
Fiji’s entrepreneurial landscape, especially for everyday Fijians striving to build a better future through small businesses, received a further boost with the launch of the Hummingbird META 2025 initiative yesterday
Westpac has welcomed Miss Hibiscus, Melania Tora as an advocate for this year’s 2025 Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant Programme. Tora’s inspiring journey and dedication will help amplify the grant’s re
Good news for the people of Rakiraki as 40 people now have a job following the opening of the Shop Plus Supermarket today. Prominent Rakiraki businessman and supermarket owner, George Shiu Raj says 80 percent of th
The Fiji THRIVE Program, delivered by Bank South Pacific (BSP) in partnership with Australian Business Volunteers— achieved a milestone, with its newest group of passionate local entrepreneurs completing the first pha
Mohamad Tariq Khan Investment is bringing a new retail and commercial project to Seaqaqa, as the $5 million double-storey complex is expected to be completed by next year. While speaking to fijivillage News, Khan s
The Damodar Group and Yatu Lau Limited have officially begun their development partnership in Serua, marking the occasion with a traditional sevusevu ceremony presented to the Vunivalu na Tui Serua Ratu Tevita Mara Lati
One passenger and three cabin crew members on Fiji Airways flight FJ910, travelling from Sydney to Nadi, sustained minor injuries after experiencing severe turbulence during the flight. Fiji Airways confirms that t
Bank South Pacific and BSP Life, the South Pacific’s International Bank and International Insurer, today proudly unveiled its revitalised brand identity - marking a bold new chapter in its history. BSP says the r
Senikavika Jiuta has been appointed to be the new Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Co-operatives, Small and Medium Enterprises and Communications, Manoa Kami
A near death experience in 2023 and the difficulties people face in accessing medical care in Fiji has inspired Island Group of Companies Managing Director Azad Ali to start a mini private hospital in Suva. Ali say
Co-operatives empower Fijians to overcome poverty, gain financial independence and contribute to the well-being of their families and communities. While acknowledging the 716 cooperatives in the country during the l
25 micro, small and medium enterprises are set to benefit from the Fiji THRIVE Program, an initiative launched by BSP Financial Group (Fiji) Pte Limited in collaboration with Australian Business Volunteers aimed at empo
