COVID-19: Female frontliners
The frontline workers who have joined the fight against the coronavirus come from all disciplines–from nurses to daycare workers and even Bondi lifeguards, the pandemic has shown us just what it means (and what it tak
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More than 600, 000 people have died from COVID-19
More than 600,000 people have died from COVID-19 around the world and nearly a quarter of them were in the US. The World Health Organisation says the world has seen the largest single-day increase in cases.
Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases
The World Health Organization says the number of new cases of coronavirus rose by almost 260,000 in 24 hours - the largest single-day increase since the pandemic began. According to WHO, this is the first time the
UN makes record appeal for COVID-19 fight
The United Nations is making an appeal for $10.3 billion (£8.2 billion) to help fight the coronavirus pandemic, its largest-ever fund-raising call. The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation by the
Man who breached curfew faces an additional charge of attempted break-in
A taxi driver was arrested for breach of curfew after he failed to give officers a valid reason and documentation for driving around during curfew hours in the Eastern Division while a 48-year-old man was found drunk in
Further quarantine is not required once a person tests negative for COVID-19 after 14 days of quarantine at govt facility – Dr. Waqainabete
Minister for Health Dr, Ifereimi Waqainabete confirms that once a person tests negative for COVID-19 after 14 days of quarantine at the government facility, he or she will not be required for any further quarantine.
5 drunkards arrested for breach of curfew
5 people arrested for breach of curfew were drunk at the time of their arrest. A total of 6 people were arrested last night. Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho says four people were found drunk along the Ratu
NFP Leader says economy contracted in 2019 and COVID-19 is not an excuse while RBF Governor says they have not blamed 2019 contraction on COVID-19
The National Federation Party Leader, Professor Biman Prasad says the economy contracted in 2019 and COVID-19 is not an excuse while the Reserve Bank of Fiji Governor, Ariff Ali says they have not blamed the 2019 contra
Nations heading in wrong direction with COVID-19- WHO
The World Health Organization says the coronavirus pandemic will get "worse and worse" if governments fail to take more decisive action. Director general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said "too many countries were
South Africa bans alcohol sales again to combat COVID-19
South Africa has introduced new restrictions, including another ban on alcohol sales, to help contain the spread of coronavirus. A night-time curfew has been imposed, and the wearing of masks outdoors is now compul
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter test positive for COVID-19
Three generations of a high-profile Bollywood family have tested positive for COVID-19. Results show actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a former Miss World, and her daughter Aaradhya were infected with coronavirus. Her
Lakshmi Narayan Temple members come forward to help Fijians affected by COVID-19
Members of the Lakshmi Narayan Temple in Suva have come forward with relief supplies to help Fijians affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The supplies which includes school stationery, groceries, household item
More than 200 people turn for the Nadi Food Drive
More than 200 people turned up for the food drive at NASA camp in Nadi today. Organizer, Biu Waqaniburotu says they did not expect the huge crowd but are blessed to have people come forward and donate for the needy.
No slip-up in Fiji’s quarantine protocol as claimed in Fiji Sun article – Dr Fong
The Acting Permanent Secretary for Health Doctor James Fong has refuted claims made in an article written by the Fiji Sun that there was a slip-up in Fiji’s quarantine protocols. Doctor Fong says contrary to the
We will continue to get Fijians back home - Dr Fong
The Acting Permanent Secretary for Health Dr James Fong says there is a significant list of Fijians who are away overseas and they will continue to work on getting them back. Doctor Fong adds they have gained a lot
Health Ministry receives $500,000 worth of medical equipment from Japan
The Ministry of Health has received $500,000 worth of medical equipment from the Japan International Cooperation Agency. These equipment include thermometer scanner systems, emergency trolleys, non-contact infrared
Post Fiji launches hamper packs as a demand-driven initiative
Post Fiji has today launched five different hamper packs to make it easier for people and organisations to purchase groceries while maintaining measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Post Fiji says they have d
BSP Life donates $30k to help families affected by COVID-19
BSP Life has donated $30,000 to help families affected by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The donation has been distributed to the Fiji Cancer Society – Hope at Home initiative, Veilomani Food Bank, Being
Five new COVID-19 cases
Five new COVID-19 cases. This means there have 8 border quarantine cases since 6th July 2020. All cases in stable condition. Only one of the cases having mild symptoms. All transferred to hospital quarantine facili
Important COVID-19 announcement by the Health Ministry at 3pm
The Acting Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr. James Fong will hold a press conference at 3 o’clock this afternoon in relation to COVID-19. Stay with us for the important announcement. You can also follow us on ou