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Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has paid his final respects to late Dewan Chand, the founder of Quality Print PTE Limited and a former National President of the Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji. Chand, who pa
Not a single sugarcane farmer in Fiji has directly accessed or received any assistance from climate finance and the injustice must end. Minister for Sugar Industry Charan Jeath Singh highlighted this during a side
Businesses in Tavua Town are raising concerns regarding drinking in public places and there is a fear of burglaries in the town area. Tavua/Vatukoula Chamber of Commerce and Industries President, Pravin Anand says
Cancer patients in remote and under-served areas will now have better access to care and support with a new vehicle donated by the Challenge Group of Companies to the Fiji Cancer Society. The new vehicle will enab
Sei Kalini Tarusila, the wife of Qualified Firefighter Peceli Maisuva who died after a short illness in October while serving at Levuka Fire Station recieved $10,000 from the National Fire Authority. This wa
The 44-year-old man who was reported missing since the 26th of October this year has been found and is back with his family. Police say he was reported missing at the Nasinu Police Station after he was last seen le
Vilikesa Bari, who was allegedly assaulted by a police officer in Nausori over the weekend is currently awaiting surgery at the CWM Hospital, for a serious jaw injury. Bari was transferred from Wainibokasi Hospital
The enrollment or re-enrollment of students in schools must not be subjected to fees or levies. Minister of Education Aseri Radrodro made this statement to fijivillage News after concerns were raised about a Nausor
Two men and a woman were arrested yesterday after the Police K9 and Detector Dog Unit discovered methamphetamine, suspected stolen property, and foreign and local currencies during a raid in Raiwai. Assistant Commi
A new hope has been given to cancer patients in Fiji as $10,000 raised through Pinktober initiatives by IHG Hotels will support life-saving treatments and care. FNPF-owned IHG hotels in Fiji, including the InterCon
The products of beekeeping, honey, wax, and other derivatives—hold immense potential for export, local value addition, and even the emerging area of apitourism. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism Vili
The shortage of skilled workers remains a concern for businesses in Ba Town, as many workers return to farms during the cane-cutting season, leaving gaps that are often filled by unskilled labourers. Ba Chamber of
Fiji Airways will start providing a new direct service between Nadi, Fiji, and Cairns, Australia, commencing April 10th next year. The new direct Nadi-Cairns service will operate three times weekly (Tuesdays, Thurs
Pacific Labour Facility Program Officer, Semisi Bainivalu and Ministry of Employment’s Senior Labour Officer, Simione Masori will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. The show will
Five people escaped serious injury after they were involved in an accident where the driver is alleged to have been driving under the influence of alcohol in Saqani in Vanua Levu early this morning. Director Traffi
The Fiji Water Flying Fijians will be looking to claim their first ever win over Ireland, while Ireland will want to keep their unbeaten record against Fiji when the two teams clash this weekend in Dublin. After th
Good news for Kalabu Primary School students as they will now benefit from a new ablution block and a new kindergarten classroom to support their education. While speaking at the opening ceremony Head of School Kit
Gender-based violence remains a critical concern and there is an need for stronger legislation, digital safety measures, and survivor-centred services to combat these challenges effectively. Minister for Women, Chi
Anesh Anushal Goundar a chef at InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa has won the Hotel Chef category at the prestigious 2024 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence. Goundar’s outstanding leadersh
A man is in custody for alleged sacrilege of a church in Samabula, where he is also being treated as a victim of assault. Police say the 38-year-old suspect is alleged to have forcefully entered a church in Samabul
