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The FICAC investigation authorised on 24th April 2024 by former Acting Deputy Commissioner of FICAC, Francis Puleiwai confirmed that Lynda Tabuya’s marriage to Robert Semaan had been formally and legally dissolved in
People are being urged to boil drinking water and practice basic sanitation to prevent waterborne diseases during this heavy rain. While speaking at a press conference, Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr Jemesa Tud
Areas in Tavua that were recently flooded are now clear and accessible to all traffic as the flood has receded while flooding in Tavua Levu village has also started to recede. This has been confirmed to fijivillage
Floodwater levels in Nadi are is slowly receding as rain has stopped. This has been highlighted by Nawaka Village resident, Apenisa Naqarase, who says the blockage of drains is also a cause of flooding in the area.
Floodwater level in Navua River is receding. The National Fire Authority say the rain has stopped and no area were flooded. A Flood Warning remains for flood prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Ba, Nasi
Areas in Rakiraki that were recently closed to traffic due to flooding are now open, as floodwaters have receded, except for the Raiwasa Bridge and Raiwasa Mead Road, which were both damaged by the flood and remain clos
Floodwater levels in Nadi are receding, but some parts of the roads are still flooded. The Nadi Police Station says this is mostly due to drainage issues in Nawaka, caused by the tramlines. Korocowiri and parts of
Flood water level in all areas of Ba is decreasing but a restriction in movement still continues for Ba Town. Ba Police has also told fijivillage News that 6 people are currently taking shelter at Nasolo Community
A Flood Warning remains for flood prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Ba, Nasivi River in Tavua, Nakauvadra River in Rakiraki and Nadi, Sigatoka, Wainibuka, Wainimala, Waidina and Waimanu Rivers and is now in forc
Water levels in Tavua Town have started to recede as rain has calmed down in the past few hours but restriction on movement continues. This has been confirmed to fijivillage News by Police who are working on the gr
Some areas in Nadi remain flooded, while water levels in other parts are beginning to recede. Nadi businessman, Mohammed Khan says areas along Nadi Back Road, including Korocowiri, Navo, and some parts of Nawaka ar
Some areas in Sigatoka including Waicoba Valley and Naviyago Village are currently flooded as water levels continue to rise. Sigatoka Police say levels in the Sigatoka River in Town are also increasing. Lokia,
As restriction on movement continues in Ba Town, the floodwater levels are increasing. Ba Town Council Acting CEO Vinal Prasad says main road towards the town, Elevuka Road and the road going towards Tavua are clos
Seventy-three families and 312 people are taking shelter at six evacuation centres that have been activated in the Western Division. While speaking in a press conference this afternoon, Minister for Disaster Risk M
With more rainfall expected residents especially those in flood-prone areas have been advised to prioritize safety and take proactive measures to protect themselves and their families. Divisional Commissioner North
The Water Authority of Fiji is advising Fijians in the Western and Northern Divisions to store drinking water in case of emergency and to boil all drinking water. WAF says while the teams are working hard to mainta
Movements in Ba, Rakiraki and Tavua Towns have been restricted for tonight. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations (ACPO) Livai Driu says flood waters have started to enter shops in towns, and it is not safe f
A Flood Warning remains for flood prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Ba, Nasivi (Tavua) Nakauvadra (Rakiraki) and Nadi rivers, and is now force for Sigatoka, Wainibuka, Wainimala, Waidina and Waimanu Rivers.
Sashi Kiran was sworn in this morning as the Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection by the President, Turaga Bale Tui Cakau, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at the State House. Before this, Kiran served as the
A family in Matawalu Village, Lautoka, is counting their blessings after an electric post fell dangerously close to their home this morning. The incident has left the entire village without power, with residents ca
