After a significant 17-year break, the Fiji Achievement in Media Excellence (FAME) Awards are set to return in 2025, marking an exciting resurgence for Fiji’s media industry. FAME Awards Chairman Shane Hussein has announced that media organizations across Fiji are actively preparing their submissions for the event, which will feature 29 categories. This rekindling of the FAME Awards after such a lengthy hiatus has generated significant enthusiasm within the media community.
The awards will recognize excellence across print, radio, and television journalism, with a new addition of a marketing category to highlight creative advertisements in various media formats. The deadline for submissions is set for September 30, 2025, with winners of each category vying for four prestigious Overall Awards, including Print Journalist of the Year, Radio Journalist of the Year, Television Journalist of the Year, and the esteemed title of FAME Journalist of the Year.
Scheduled for November 29, 2025, at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva, the awards night promises to bring together the very best of Fiji’s media professionals. Hussein has extended an invitation for businesses, brands, and organizations across Fiji to support the media industry by becoming award sponsors or booking tables at the event. This night is an opportunity to celebrate those who keep the nation informed and inspired through their dedication to journalism and media.
Partnership opportunities for businesses include sponsorship of individual awards and table bookings, offering a unique chance for companies to engage with Fiji’s media sector. This event not only celebrates the achievements of media professionals but also represents an investment in the future of Fiji’s media landscape.
The return of the FAME Awards symbolizes a positive shift toward greater media freedom and recognition of journalistic excellence in Fiji. This renewal of the awards highlights the resilience and determination of Fiji’s media professionals, signaling a hopeful future for the industry and fostering a sense of camaraderie and healthy competition among journalists.
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