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A woman was arrested at the Mead Road housing complex yesterday after police discovered alleged illicit substances during a raid. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations says the joint raid, conducted by office
US President Donald Trump has revoked former President Joe Biden's security clearance and access to daily intelligence briefings after his predecessor did the same to him four years ago. In a post on his Truth Soci
Good news for the students of Naqara Primary School in Ono, Kadavu as they have received much-needed classroom furniture including desks and chairs. The school has a roll of 50 students and recently, they have been
The Coalition Government has assured to work on issues in the Cardiac Unit at the CWM Hospital following a visit by Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad. Professor Prasad along with
The Fiji Corrections Service has responded to the concerns raised by the Fiji Medical Association regarding the termination of a medical officer previously employed within the FCS saying that there are three distinct ma
People turned up in numbers for the health expo that is currently underway at the World Harvest Centre Car Park in Suva, taking the opportunity to check their health status. While speaking to fijivillage News, Repe
As U.S. President Donald Trump dismantles USAID in multiple countries, including Fiji, hundreds of local jobs and assistance to marginalised communities are being impacted, according to a USAID staff member in Fiji.
To help address the growing waste crisis in Fiji, Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa has called on Fijians to adopt sustainable waste practices. While officiating at the launch of the I Recycle Hub, Nalum
Following the dengue outbreak declaration this week, medical teams in the Western Division have mobilized to contain its spread. As part of the Dengue Outbreak Response Plan, 432 houses were inspected, identifying
As Government works to implement Information Act, and calls are being made to scrap it, Fiji Law Reform Commission Director, Doctor Raijeli Tuivaga says all submissions will be given due consideration. University o
As more people in Fiji find themselves homeless and struggling to survive on the streets, there is growing concern that traditional support systems are breaking down. While speaking to fijivillage News, Great Counc
Another government vehicle has been involved in an accident - this time the driver hit an electric pole along Waimanu Road, close to Saint Joseph's Secondary School this afternoon. This is the fifth government vehi
The Fiji Women’s Rights Movement has raised concerns about transparency, accountability, and gender protections in its submission during public consultations on the Information Amendment Bill, Accountability and Trans
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission received 380 complaints in 2024, highlighting a broad spectrum of human rights concerns across the country. The Commissions say out of the 380 complaints, 12
Fiji and the U.S fought two world wars side by side and continue to serve as brothers on UN peacekeeping missions. This has been highlighted by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka during a meeting with U.S Senator Kevin
Two nurses from the Aspen Medical-managed Lautoka Hospital have been awarded postgraduate nursing scholarships through the Aspen Medical Foundation. Aspen says the scholarships valued at $14,000 each will be provid
The increasing role of labour mobility in the Pacific shows that over 100,000 Pacific Islanders have participated in labour schemes in Australia and New Zealand, showcasing the potential of labour mobility to enhance cl
The Information Act should be dumped as there are provisions in Section 25 - the Bill of Rights and Section 150 of the 2013 Constitution. This has been highlighted by University of Fiji Vice Chancellor Professor Sh
Teachers must constantly raise awareness about the effects of social issues such as drugs, peer pressure, and other factors. This has been highlighted by tertiary student Tanish Mani who was interviewed at Suva Gr
Government drivers will face disciplinary actions including surcharges, suspension, and termination for any reckless driving or misuse of government vehicles. This has been highlighted by the Acting Prime Minister
