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Pacific Leaders Push for Climate-Resilient Food Systems Ahead of COP30
Pacific leaders are turning climate resilience into a community-powered movement, blending ancestral wisdom with cutting-edge tech to safeguard food systems. From satellite-driven insights to empowering women, youth,… read more
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Power Woes Hit Labasa’s New Pharma Warehouse, Put Northern Fiji Deliveries at Risk
Labasa’s new $2.2 million Warehouse Tolu was built to strengthen medical supply chains across Fiji’s Northern Division. But power constraints have it running at half capacity, posing… read more
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Madagascar on edge as military poised to swear in new president after coup
Madagascar stands at a political crossroads as a military-backed move signals a new era after a coup toppled the government. Amid street celebrations and a surge of… read more
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Fiji Launches MV Colata: Mobile Office Vessel for Lau Islands
– A new vessel is poised to change life on Fiji’s outer Lau islands, acting as a mobile government office and disaster lifeline. The MV Colata, rooted… read more
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Fiji taps volunteers to rebuild trust ahead of elections
Fiji launches the Community Election Advocates Programme to boost civic participation ahead of the next elections. About 450 volunteers from local communities will be trained as trusted… read more
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Fiji Mulls Mining Law Reform Amid Landowner Royalties Debate
Fiji’s mining laws, long anchored in a colonial framework, are set for an ambitious overhaul. The plan hinges on broad national consultation and balancing the interests of… read more
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Fiji Local Contractor in Crisis: Jobs at Risk, Investments in Jeopardy
A Fiji contractor faces mass redundancies, sending shockwaves through local jobs and investment portfolios. With stalled contracts and delayed payments, stakeholders are calling for urgent talks to… read more
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Sia’s Ex-Husband Seeks $250K Monthly Spousal Support in High-Stakes Divorce
High-stakes divorce drama unfolds as court filings request more than $250,000 a month in spousal support, tied to a paused salary from a ketamine-clinic venture. Amid lavish… read more
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Shutdown Strains Air Traffic Controllers, Sparks Delays — What’s Next for U.S. Skies?
An ongoing government shutdown has left thousands of air traffic controllers facing unpaid wages and mounting stress. As delays threaten flight schedules and operations, this piece explores… read more
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Tavua’s Community Policing Push Drives Fiji’s Lowest Crime Rate
Tavua is quietly redefining safety in Fiji, reporting one of the year’s lowest crime rates. A robust network of community crime-prevention groups working shoulder-to-shoulder with police is… read more
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Fiji Moves Toward Major Waste Reform With Container Deposits and Carbon Markets
Fiji is advancing bold waste-management reforms, from container deposit schemes to carbon-market groundwork. Backed by cross-sector collaboration and stronger litter enforcement, the plan centers on plastics, public… read more
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Fiji Employment Bill Faces Backlash Over Labor Officer Powers
Fiji’s proposed Employment Relations Amendment Bill has sparked concern from business groups who warn that some provisions could grant extensive powers to labor officers and expose MSMEs… read more
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Fiji Warns on Online Abuse, Urges Privacy and Respect
A rising wave of online abuse in Fiji is targeting private moments and personal disputes shared on social media. Community leaders urge compassion and stronger protections, calling… read more
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Microsoft Poised to Dodge French Antitrust Scrutiny as Qwant Weighs Its Next Move
Europe’s tech regulators are weighing a high-stakes case involving Microsoft and a French search rival. A pivotal decision could reshape how search results and ads are accessed,… read more
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Osaka Battles Injury to Reach Japan Open Quarterfinals
Naomi Osaka battles through thigh pain to reach the Japan Open quarterfinals in a gripping test of nerve and grit. Across the tour, comebacks and upsets reshape… read more
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Stitching Hope: Fiji’s Clothes for Good backs Homes of Hope
Clothes for Good in Fiji is turning pre-loved fashion into real hope for young women who’ve faced trauma. In a heartfelt partnership with Homes of Hope, generosity… read more
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King Charles Welcomes Fiji President, Boosting UK-Fiji Ties
During a cordial visit to Buckingham Palace, leaders underscored a lasting friendship between the UK and Fiji. The engagement, set against Fiji’s independence milestone, signals renewed dialogue… read more
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Teal MP Pushes to Reinstate Australian Streaming Content Quotas
An independent MP is reviving the push for Australia’s streaming quotas, aiming to force platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney+ to reinvest a share of local… read more
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Gaza Aid Trucks Move Toward Rafah Reopening as Ceasefire Holds
Aid deliveries resume as a fragile ceasefire hangs in the balance amid renewed negotiations and ongoing hostage-related tensions. With governance and security questions still unresolved, the next… read more
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Fiji Road Contractor Fletcher Higgins Hit by Redundancies as FRA Contract Turmoil Deepens
Uncertainty at a Fiji road-works contractor is putting hundreds of jobs at risk as a long-running maintenance contract and late payments collide with financial pressures. With unions… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Cloudy Periods with Showers Across the Fiji Islands; Rotuma Thunderstorms Today; Friday Outlook for More Showers
Clouds drift across Fiji today with scattered showers threading through the interior and eastern regions, punctuated by sunny spells. Warm days, a steady breeze, and the occasional… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Cloudy Periods with Showers Across Viti Levu Interior and Island Groups, Southeast Winds
Today across Fiji, a mixed bag of clouds, scattered showers, and bright sun breaks keeps things interesting. A southeasterly breeze nudges the day along as some areas… read more
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Gold Coast Summit to Spotlight Fiji-Australia Agritech and Tourism Prospects
Anticipation is building as a high-profile gathering on the Gold Coast spotlights Fiji’s agriculture and tourism future. From pioneering farming tech to bold trade partnerships, the discussions… read more
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Tavua Records Fiji’s Lowest Crime Rate This Year Through Community Prevention Committees
Tavua is being praised for a drop in crime this year, driven by dedicated community crime-prevention efforts. While the progress is welcome, officials acknowledge lingering challenges in… read more
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Fiji Women Entrepreneurs Get a Financial Literacy Boost at USP Workshop
Women entrepreneurs in Fiji gathered for a focused one-day workshop to boost financial literacy and business acumen. The session shared practical tips on cash management, simple accounting,… read more
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FDB hits lending milestone as rural loans fuel Fiji’s economic momentum
Fiji’s Development Bank closes 2024 with a lending milestone and an expanded footprint in rural communities, backing women entrepreneurs and young borrowers alike. Driven by a robust… read more
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Fiji Aims to Boost Women-Run MSMEs Amid Financing Gap
New insights warn of a widening gap in Fiji’s financial support for women-led MSMEs, hampered by missing gender data and broad, one-size-fits-all approaches. Yet a few lenders… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Cloudy Periods With Showers Across the Fiji Group and Friday Outlook
Tomorrow’s Fiji forecast weaves sun with scattered showers across the islands. Eastern interiors may see cloud bursts, while many coastal pockets stay brighter—until the skies open later.… read more
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Fiji Cracks Down on Crypto: Nationwide Ban and Heavy Penalties
Fiji takes a bold stance on crypto, introducing sweeping restrictions on virtual asset services and signaling a major shift for its financial landscape. The move aims to… read more
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Fiji Seeks Global Backing for 2050 Water Strategy at EU-Pacific Forum
Fiji’s Water Authority is courting international investors and partners at a major business forum to revitalize aging water systems. With the Water Sector Strategy 2050 in focus,… read more