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Suva Retailers Association President Jitesh Patel says it is tough for many retailers to implement the three VAT systems from 1st April as some of the systems are not ready yet and the time-frame is very short. Pat
Women entrepreneurs from around the country are currently participating in a 3 day workshop to strengthen their capacity to utilize ICT tools in support of their businesses. 18 vendors from the Suva Flea Market are
New job opportunities are expected to be created as two former Fiji citizens have embarked on a multi million-dollar project of opening a fuel station, a pharmacy and developing 100 residential and 20 commercial lots in
The outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020 and the closure of the tourism industry led to a huge decrease in the price of pork with prices dropping from over $20 a kilo to as low as $7.50. The President of the Fiji Pig Assoc
The President of the Fiji Pig Association Simon Cole says the pig industry is back thanks to strong support from the Government and banks as well as the high level of efficiency and professionalism within the industry.
The Consumer Council of Fiji has commended the government for announcing bold and optimistic incentives in the 2021-2022 Revised National Budget. Council CEO, Seema Shandil says the initiatives in the Revised Budge
South Pacific’s largest commercial broadcaster, Communications Fiji Limited which is the parent company of Legend FM, FM96, Viti FM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage, has announced a final group after tax profi
The Fiji Bus Operators Association is disappointed that no relief has been granted to them in the Revised Budget to help the industry remain afloat during a time when the cost of doing business has increased substantial
Digicel Fiji has opened its doors to its newest refurbished retail outlet along main street Labasa today. The company says this is in line with the long-term goal of creating a superior retail shopping experience f
Following the increase in the price of wheat, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission says bakeries have increased prices of their products, but not for those items regulated by price-control. Price controll
Minister for Industry, Trade, Tourism and Transport, Faiyaz Koya says 1,000 businesses and 5,300 products have been registered under the Fiji Made Brand. Koya highlighted this while officiating at the launch of the
Attorney General and Minister for Economy Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum says the issue of privacy is a key element in the digital space. While speaking during World Consumer Rights Day, Sayed-Khaiyum says you may have in
Police have confirmed they will be investigating the claims made by Nausori businessman Zulfikar Ali about drug dealing, prostitution, loitering, drinking in public areas and street kids causing havoc in Nausori Town.
The Fiji Police Force is urging business operators to be vigilant and conduct thorough checks before engaging in financial transactions involving forged cheques. This is after reports received of this happening in
Telecom Fiji Limited has today refuted claims that data and privacy related to its customer information has been breached. Chief Executive Officer, Charles Goundar says they would like to reassure all customers tha
Textile, Clothing and Footwear Industry Council President Michael Towler says National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad has targetted them since the 2018 elections because of their response to his NFP’s
The Rainforest Eco Lodge and Batiniwai Restaurant in Colo-i-Suva have employed more than 20 people after the announcement of its new logo, name and management. General Manager, Hiram Whippy says he and his team wou
The Consumer Council of Fiji has received several complaints where freight charges for transporting goods via inter-island shipping services have increased all of a sudden. CEO, Seema Shandil says investigations re
Newly appointed President of the New Zealand-Fiji Business Council Renu Chand says Nadi started off with the borders re-opening in December last year however 3 floods and a cyclone in January has set them back. Cha
HFC Bank says their customers can expect improved service delivery as the bank is investing $40 million to increase efficiency, reduce operating costs and better returns for shareholders. This comes as the bank has
