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U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to begin planning for potential military action in Nigeria as he stepped up his allegations that the government is failing to rein in the persecution of Christians in
People are being told to expect delays when crossing the Rewa Bridge as two lanes will be closed from 8pm to 5am from Thursday for the next 7 days for upgrade works. Fiji Roads Authority says the work is estimated
The person who allegedly bought the $4,000 Samsung Galaxy S22 phone from Tomasi Tuirabe for $100 has not been produced in court; however, the phone has been recovered. Tuirabe appeared before Magistrate Yogesh Pras
Defence counsel for former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney-General Aiyaz-Sayed Khaiyum and former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma have asked in the Suva High Court today if their trial can be called ne
A 40-year-old General Manager from Tamavua will appear in court today after being charged with the alleged unlawful importation of illicit drugs last Thursday. Police say the man and three others were arrested foll
The Asco Foundation has donated 50 laptops to support schools in Fiji, helping enhance ICT-based learning and teaching, particularly in remote and maritime areas where access to technology is limited.

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A new milestone in rural development has been achieved in Rewa, as the Bulavou Development Cooperative Limited — comprising 100 members from Waivou, Burebasaga, Suvalailai, and Naivikasara — received a tractor and f
The Judiciary of Fiji has announced that this month’s session of the Court of Appeal will be held in Ba, marking a historic milestone as it is the first time the Court of Appeal is being held outside the capital, Suva
An increase in influenza-like illnesses (ILI) has been reported across all four divisions. The Ministry of Health says the rise is consistent with Fiji’s usual flu season, which typically occurs during the cooler
Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited has launched the I-Recycle Station — a new recycling infrastructure designed to make recycling more practical, efficient and sustainable for the public.
 
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14 women entrepreneurs from across Fiji have redefined what sustainable business looks like through the Supplier Development Programme (SDP). They say this is an initiative aimed at strengthening women-led enterpri
The investigation is ongoing regarding the derogatory remarks made by Pastor Kartik Naidu, who is also a serving Police Officer, about Hindu and Muslim festivals.

 The investigation began after Fiji’s larges
Speaker of Parliament, Filimone Jitoko has expressed strong support for a proposal to establish a unified regional court system for the Pacific, calling it a “blueprint†for justice that reflects the region’s uniq
Two more people have been charged over a theft at the Louvre Museum last month, the Paris prosecutor's office said. A 38-year-old woman has been charged with complicity in organised theft and criminal conspiracy wi
Good news as Ellington Wharf in Rakiraki nears completion, with 90 percent of the work completed and other aspects of the project progressing smoothly. 

 The Fiji Roads Authority has confirmed that critical works
To improve public health standards in Fiji, the Ministry of Health is reviewing both the Tobacco Control Act and the Food Safety Act. The Ministry says internal consultations are currently underway at Tamavua Twome
Drivers have been issued a stern warning to change their attitude on the road, as speeding kills and destroys lives, families and bright futures.
 
Assistant Minister for Transport Naisa Tuinaceva highlighted this
There should be greater community involvement in early childhood education, as there is an urgent need to close learning gaps for young children. Minister for Information, Lynda Tabuya highlighted this at the Waida
15-year-old Joseph Michael Kata tragically lost his life in a alleged suspected boating accident near Nasali Landing, Rewa, on 30th August. Joseph’s body was recovered with a visible head wound and he was laid to
