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“Boxing Needs a Proper Pathway for Amateurs, No Shortcuts Allowed: Trainer Saimoni Taudomo”
Trainer and former boxer, Saimoni Taudomo, has criticised the unhealthy practice of transitioning boxers from amateur to professional bouts without proper training. Taudomo voiced his agitation over… read more
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FijiFirst Party Deregistration Marks End of Founders’ Political Journey Amid Declining Support and Unpaid Debts
The political careers of Voreqe Bainimarama and Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, founders of FijiFirst, came to an unfortunate end following the party’s deregistration. Former permanent secretary in the Prime… read more
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Reviving Boxing Glory in Fiji: Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo Believes in Training World Champions
Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo believes that Fiji has the potential to train and produce world champion boxers. Temo, a former boxer himself, expressed his faith in… read more
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FijiFirst’s $701,680 Debt Clearance Offered by Unnamed Businesspeople, Reveals Former Party Member
According to former FijiFirst member and current Opposition MP, Mosese Bulitavu, several prominent business figures expressed interest in clearing FijiFirst’s debt of $701,680. Although Bulitavu did not… read more
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Striped Champion Krishnil Mudaliar Demands Chance to Contend for New Lightweight Title
Suva-based boxer, Krishnil Mudaliar, better known as the “Cobra,” believes he deserves a shot at a new lightweight title. Mudaliar was earlier the holder of both the… read more
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Fiji’s Tourism at Risk as Increased Departure Tax Deters Price-Sensitive Travelers
Fiji’s decision to increase its departure tax may backfire, giving competing destinations an upper hand due to lower prices, thus jeopardising Fiji’s tourism reputation due to higher… read more
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South Pacific Coffee Company Partners with Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association for HOTEC Tradeshow 2024 Barista Competition
The South Pacific Coffee Company (SPCC) has officially joined the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) as a competition partner for the HOTEC Tradeshow 2024. This partnership… read more
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Private Sector Calls for Increased Civil Service Productivity Following Salary Hike in 2024-2025 National Budget
Jerome Kado, managing partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers, has emphasized the need for the private sector to extract higher productivity from the civil service, particularly in light of the… read more
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New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters Meets Newly Elected Solomon Islands PM Amid Pacific Geopolitical Shifts
New Zealand’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters, is set to visit the Solomon Islands today, arranging a meeting with its newly elected Prime Minister, Jeremiah Manele. This… read more
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Fijiana 7s Coach to Announce Team for Paris Olympics Amid Intense Rugby Sevens Competition
Fijiana 7s coach, Saiasi Fuli, is set to announce his 15-member team for the Paris Olympics this week. The team is slated to leave for France on… read more
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New Al Hamd Smart Living Outlet Opens in Tavua Offering Wide Range of Consumer Choices
The local community of Tavua have benefitted from the opening of a new retail outlet by Al Hamd Smart Living, marking the firm’s sixth chain store in… read more
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Nadi Businessman Dedicates Two Decades to Litter Cleanup on Denarau Road
Adrian Sofield, a businessman from Nadi, has devoted two decades of his life to picking up litter along Denarau Road. Yesterday, he was spotted singlehandedly cleaning up… read more
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FijiFACT Finalists Navua and Lautoka Gear Up for Exciting Rematch in Round 11 of DFPL
Football excitement is back after a two-week hiatus as FijiFACT finalists, Navua and Lautoka, prepare for a thrilling return match in Round 11 of the DFPL. This… read more
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Fiji Government Embarks on Fiscal Consolidation Strategy Amid High COVID-19 Pandemic Impact and Public Debt Increase
Fiji, a small and remote economy, highly dependent on tourism and imports, is highly susceptible to climate change and shifts in the global economy. COVID-19 seriously harmed… read more
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Repatriation Process for Late Corporal Sefanaia Sukanaivalu Gets Consent from Speaker of Parliament
Parliamentary Speaker and Turaga Na Tui Cakau, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, has authorized the repatriation of the late Corporal Sefanaia Sukanaivalu’s body. Ratu Naiqama granted his approval during… read more