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Minister for Education Premila Kumar says 69% of the teachers in secondary and primary schools are women however only 27% of them hold leadership positions as heads of schools. While speaking at the Women Empowerme
The White House has announced that US President Joe Biden has authorised a further US$200m worth of military support for Ukraine. A Biden administration official said it brings the total US funding provided to the
Six new vehicles fitted with communication systems where members of the public living in the Samabula, Nabua and Suva areas can directly reach officers travelling inside the vehicles at any given time for emergencies we
US President Joe Biden has announced a ban on imports of Russian diamonds, seafood and vodka in the latest response to Russia's war in Ukraine. The US, European Union and other allies also plan to revoke Russia’s
There have been accusations and blame levelled against me that have motivated and energized me to start a movement which is the People's Alliance. This was highlighted by the People’s Alliance Leader Sitiveni Rab
President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere yesterday handed over 20 Mahogany bunk beds and three computer desks to students of Nadarivatu Secondary School. While speaking to the students, Ratu Wiliame says the beds and desk
The Fiji Roads Authority has major works planned for roads in the Northern Division as part of their Rip and Remake program. CEO Kamal Prasad says with frequent showers and the shortage of material supply issue in
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre had worked with the Health Ministry during COVID lockdowns to remove survivors of domestic violence from the perpetrators' homes. This was highlighted by the FWCC Counsellor Supervi
India says it accidentally fired a missile into Pakistan on Wednesday, blaming the incident on a "technical malfunction" during routine maintenance. Delhi said it was "deeply regrettable" and expressed relief no on
The Ministry of Health’s FEMAT support team was able to cover 152 communities in Rakiraki during their 2 weeks outreach program. Permanent Secretary of Health Dr James Fong says the teams have been able to see a
As of 11th March, a total of 109,310 individuals have so far received booster doses. Permanent Secretary for Health Dr James Fong says the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines are both available for adult booster doses.
The Brumbies continued their winning streak in the Super Rugby Pacific after thumping the Melbourne Rebels 36-17 last night. Rob Valetini scored the Brumbies' first try, followed by a try each from Len Ikitau and T
Water Authority of Fiji Chairman Bhavesh Kumar has today received the 50th Anniversary of Independence Commemorative Medal, at the Fiji High Commission in Canberra, Australia. Kumar has been serving Fiji for decad
People’s Alliance Leader Sitiveni Rabuka says what is unFijian about asking about the Prime Minister’s health as being Fijian is about asking about each other’s well-being and welfare. Rabuka was responding
A teacher has thanked government for assisting people during the toughest times. He highlighted this during the public consultation for the Revised 2021-2022 National Budget at Rishikul Sanatan College Hall in Nas
People’s Alliance Leader Sitiveni Rabuka says they will run a well managed economy where the first step will be to draw up and implement a financial plan to properly address the mountain of debt dumped on the citizens
Fiji Trades Union Congress National Secretary, Felix Anthony says the government is putting the cart before the horse as the Minister for Employment, Parveen Bala and his consultants have already told the people what th
The challenges women face in accessing justice, social services and welfare, among other issues, will be highlighted at a Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre and Fijian Women Lawyers Association event tonight at the Tanoa Plaz
People’s Alliance Leader Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that a People’s Alliance Government will review the operations and laws relating to the iTaukei Land Trust Board to ensure that it regains its independence. Rab
A Judicial Department revenue collector who has been charged for allegedly obtaining more than $100,000 through corrupt practices has been granted bail by the Lautoka Magistrates Court. Torika Maibau has been charg
