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Samoa Triumphs Over Papua New Guinea in OFC U-19 Championship
Host nation Samoa outclassed Papua New Guinea in their opening Group B match of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Apia today. Captain Pharrell Trainor scored Samoa’s… read more
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Operation Yavirau Intensifies Efforts Against Illicit Drug Trade
Operation Yavirau has intensified its actions against the illicit drug trade and related crimes, utilizing the capabilities of K9 units. According to Assistant Commissioner of Police –… read more
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Empowering Civil Servants: President of Fiji’s Important Message
The President of the Republic of Fiji, His Excellency Ratu Wiliame Katonivere, emphasized the significant role of civil servants in the Government’s functionality. Speaking at the 2024… read more
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Embarrassing Defeat: Vodafone Fijiana XV Suffers Heavy Loss to Wallaroos
The Vodafone Fijiana XV were heavily defeated 64-5 by the Wallaroos at Allianz Stadium in Sydney tonight. Despite a promising start with winger Adita Milinia scoring the… read more
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“Unveiling the Boxing Purse Demands”
A boxer must justify the reasons for demanding a large purse when it comes to a championship fight. The Boxing Commission of Fiji (BCF) has set a… read more
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Navigating Unity: PM Rabuka Emphasizes Constitutional Boundaries
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka stated that forming a Government of National Unity would depend on constitutional provisions and parliamentary standing orders. He emphasized that any decision must… read more
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“Prime Minister Plans Key Meeting with Opposition Members”
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has announced plans to meet with several members of the deregistered FijiFirst party this weekend. In an interview, Mr. Rabuka discussed the possibility… read more
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Kelevi Natokalau’s AFL Dream: The Journey to Represent Fiji
Kelevi Natokalau, a 27-year-old, is on the verge of fulfilling his dream of representing Fiji in the Australian Football League (AFL). Natokalau is gearing up for the… read more
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Forecast: Fiji’s Economy to Surpass Expectations
The ANZ Bank is predicting Fiji’s economy to expand by 3.4 percent this year, surpassing the Reserve Bank of Fiji’s official estimate of 2.8 percent. In its… read more
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Unlocking Climate Finance: Fiji’s Push for Renewable Projects
Fiji is being urged to take concrete actions to access climate financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to enable the implementation of large-scale renewable energy projects.… read more
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Enhancing Development: Meet Fiji’s New World Bank Leader
Stefano Mocci, the former World Bank country manager for the South Pacific, has been appointed as the World Bank Group country manager for Fiji, according to an… read more
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Ideal Timing for Company Listing on South Pacific Stock Exchange – SUN Insurance IPO Announcement
With liquidity at record levels and the economy on an upswing, it’s an ideal time for a company to list on the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX),… read more
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Unlocking Fiji’s Economic Potential
Fiji has emerged from a remarkable post-pandemic revival led by the tourism sector. However, the sustainability of this upswing is challenged by room shortages and tighter financial… read more
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Breaking the Silence: Progress in Ending Gender-Based Violence
As a committed advocate for gender equality, I was delighted to recently attend the commemoration of the completion of Phase I and the launch of Phase II… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s Legendary Editor: A Life-Changing Education
Vijendra Kumar, my first boss, interviewed me for a reporter’s job in 1981 when I was 18. At the end of the interview, he asked if I… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s First Local Newspaper Editor: A Dream Unfulfilled
Journalism was ingrained within him. Why else would a young boy continue working for a newspaper without receiving regular pay? When he started his journalism career, he… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s First Local Newspaper Editor
Asked to write a few words in memory of Vijendra Kumar, I fortunately found a copy of his 2016 publication, “A Fiji Diary, Reminiscences and Reflections of… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s Legendary Editor
Vijendra Kumar was a giant in both the literal and figurative sense. Born in Nadi and a teacher by profession, Kumar stood well over six feet tall.… read more
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Unveiling Fiji’s Newspaper Battle: A Legacy of Bravery
One of the few universally acknowledged achievements of current Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is how his Coalition has ended almost all the restrictions that had stifled the… read more
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Bridging Borders in the Blue Pacific: A New Approach to Security
In today’s world, security encompasses much more than just military strength. It includes challenges such as climate change, cyber threats, and the war on drugs, all of… read more
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Revolutionizing Communication: A Fiji Success Story
Communications is a crucial component across various industries and government sectors, whether it’s for raising awareness about policies, marketing products, or disseminating critical messages during disasters or… read more
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Reviving a Lost Art: A Woman’s Inspiring Journey.
In recent years, the art of weaving has experienced a significant decline. Fewer women possess the traditional knowledge and skills required to craft artifacts from local materials,… read more
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Revealing the Fiji Financial Controversy
Facing widespread criticism over his 2024-25 Budget, Minister of Finance Professor Biman Prasad has been praised for attempting to address the contentious issue of the 2012 Fiji… read more
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Inia Seruiratu to Remain Independent MP After Fiji First Deregistration
Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu will remain an Independent Member of Parliament following the deregistration of the Fiji First party. Seruiratu says all Opposition Members are free to… read more
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“Dignity Facility Provides Essential Support for Recycling Heroes”
Nearly a hundred Collection Pillars of Recycling (CPR) at the Maururu Dumpsite in Ba celebrated the official opening of the Dignity Facility, a portable washroom and break-room… read more
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Former FijiFirst MPs Seek Meeting with Prime Minister: What’s Brewing in Fijian Politics?
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka announced on Friday that he plans to meet with former FijiFirst and Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) this weekend. This comes after the… read more
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Heartbreaking Tragedy: Brother’s Desperate Wish for Reunion
Neori Vuidreketi Makoto has a heartfelt wish: for his younger brother, Semi Lete Makoto, to return home to his family. Semi Makoto, 24, passed away in the… read more
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Government Spending Reveal: $1.2 Billion on 42K Employees.
The government spends approximately $1.2 billion annually on about 42,000 publicly-funded employees, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad. While presenting the 2024-2025… read more
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Strike Ends: $9.2m Settlement Reached
One of the longest-running strikes in the world has ended with the announcement of a $9.2 million payout to 368 Vatukoula mine workers. Deputy Prime Minister and… read more
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Opposition Leader Stays Independent: Surprising Move Revealed
Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu will remain an Independent Member of Parliament following the deregistration of the Fiji First party. Seruiratu states that all Opposition Members are free… read more