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The Tailevu Provincial Youth Council has received a major boost from three key sponsors, Aurora, Kai Tai, and BLK Sports, ahead of the highly anticipated Siga Kei Luvei Tailevu in August. Tailevu Provincial Youth Coun
A Banquet was hosted in honour of the State Visit by King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of the Kingdom of Tonga at the State House last night by the President of the Republic of Fiji, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, and the
Mohammed Saiyum from Nabekavu, Labasa, can now significantly increase crop production on his farm after purchasing a tractor, which will not only boost efficiency but also reduce the time and cost of land preparation.
As we look forward to the installation of the Sau ni Vanua ko Lau, na Tui Lau, a delegation from the 14 provinces is making its way to visit the Tui Nayau at his residence in the village of Tubou, Lakeba. Today, a
As Fiji grapples with a growing HIV outbreak driven by a methamphetamine crisis, an expert warns the country could become a semi-narco state. The expert in transnational crime also explains to Radio New Zealand on
The Roko Tui Dreketi delegation has made its way to Tubou, where the Tui Nayau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara, resides to present their gift. In a post on social media, Ro Teimumu Vuikaba Kepa says they even gifted a
Damodar Group CEO Div Damodar confirms that the National Fire Authority has been offered by Damodar Yatulau Pte Limited to remain on their property at the Arts Village until July 2026. This follows concerns raised
The increased funding for the Fiji Police Force will allow officers to target crime in red zone areas such as Suva, Nadi and Lautoka, especially regarding rising incidents of muggings and other petty crimes. Deputy
FICAC has today said that it will not be providing any comments on the statement issued by the Leader of the Fiji Labour Party, Mahendra Chaudhry, nor on any queries by Members of Parliament or wanna-be Members of Parli
Following concerns raised by sugarcane farmers regarding the closure of the rail line between Lausa Loop and Tawatawa Point in Tavua, Minister for Sugar Industry Charan Jeath Singh has directed the Fiji Sugar Corporatio
Improving skin health is not just about treating disease - it’s about restoring confidence, protecting livelihoods, enabling education, and upholding dignity. Assistant Minister for Health, Penioni Ravunawa made
Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard says that matching or exceeding the financial offers made by Australia and New Zealand does not make economic sense, and if the Vice-Chancellor of the University
King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of the Kingdom of Tonga have been traditionally welcomed at the State House, where a 100-man Guard of Honour was accorded to King Tupou, and he was also conferred the title of Honor
Another man has been charged in relation to yaqona thefts on Taveuni. Police say so far five men have been arrested and charged for their alleged involvement in yaqona thefts on the island. They say the suspec
As the Vanua of Lau remains fully focused on the sacred installation of the Tui Nayau, Sau ni Vanua ko Lau, na Tui Lau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara, the students of Ratu Kadavulevu School are solemnly honouring the occa
A 34-year-old man was charged with an act with intent to cause grievous bodily harm to a 20-year-old woman last month. This has been confirmed by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions who says the accus
In a landmark moment for healthcare in Fiji, PSH Foundation has completed its valve replacement surgery, offering a new lease on life to a patient endorsed by the Great Council of Chiefs (GCC) for a heavily subsidized m
The University of Fiji has proposed a mandatory National Service curriculum to promote social responsibility among youth as part of the ongoing Education Act review. Vice Chancellor Professor Shaista Shameem says t
Magistrate Vinaina Diroiroi has told Acting FICAC Commissioner, Lavi Rokoika for FICAC to get it right at the first place after defence counsel, Gul Fatima informed the court that no formal arrest took place for Riyaz S
At least 90 people have died after devastating floods hit central Texas. Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp that sits along the Guadalupe River, has confirmed that 27 campers and counselors died in weekend flood
