Business
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Fiji union pushes for fair overtime pay and targeted relief in post-cyclone recovery
Fiji is navigating cyclone recovery amid rising costs, and a major union says workers are bearing the brunt without fair protection. From overtime pay to hiring freezes, the push for targeted relief could reshape how households weather the squeeze.
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Fiji freezes six-month-old public service vacancies and halts job evaluations amid fuel-cost squeeze
A government-wide pause on public service job evaluations and a freeze on long-standing vacancies signal a bold cost-control move amid soaring fuel costs. Essential roles may be exempt, but hiring is now under tighter scrutiny across ministries.
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Sun Insurance Doubles 2025 Pre-Tax Profit on Premium Growth, Signals Strong 2026 Outlook
Sun Insurance closes 2025 with a standout performance—profits more than double and a solid rise in gross premiums—setting a confident tone for 2026. With stronger assets and an upcoming dividend, the year ahead hints at continued resilience amid evolving market conditions.
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Fiji Businesses Brace for Prolonged Recovery as Fuel Disruption Deepens, Press for Government Support
Fiji’s business community warns the fuel disruption is far from over and calls for swift targeted government support. As firms roll out contingency plans—remote work, shorter hours and leaner staffing—the pressure on small businesses and workers could rise without decisive action. The stakes span cost, continuity and livelihoods across essential sectors.
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Westpac Fiji hosts inaugural Female Founders Market Day in Suva to empower women-led MSMEs
Westpac Fiji is launching its first Female Founders Market Day—a fresh marketplace and networking hub for women-led MSMEs. Expect stalls, crafts, and meaningful connections that could spark mentorship and growth for grassroots entrepreneurs in Suva.
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Everyday Eats opens its first brick-and-mortar restaurant on Nakasi Road after five years of roadside barbecue hustle
From a roadside barbecue stall to a brick-and-mortar spot on Nakasi Road, Everyday Eats marks a bold new chapter for two determined entrepreneurs. Years of late-night shifts, setbacks, and a community that refused to give up have turned perseverance into a lasting venture. A savory tale of grit, growth, and everyday meals with heart.
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Nakida village gets on-site kava processing equipment to strengthen local value chain
Nakida Village now has a kava pounding machine and packshed gear, a move officials say will bring processing closer to home and cut long trips to urban centers. The upgrade is expected to boost local livelihoods, reduce reliance on middlemen, and speed farmers from harvest to market.
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FijiCare Insurance posts record 2025 profit after early IFRS 17 adoption
FijiCare Insurance posts its strongest year yet, with earnings boosted by disciplined underwriting, rising insurance revenue and a diversified regional presence. The group’s early adoption of IFRS 17 and IFRS 9 ahead of regulators also signals a new transparency baseline for future results.
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Fiji rolls out four-phase Fuel Emergency Plan as global oil squeeze tightens; private sector urged to activate BCPs
Fiji is rolling out a four-stage Fuel Emergency Plan as global disruptions push fuel prices higher. The private sector is being urged to sharpen readiness, rethink travel and logistics, and refresh business continuity plans as stock levels guide tighter measures. A coordinated national response signals a new era of preparedness for potential shortages.
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Japan-Kawasaki hydrogen main engine hits 95% co-firing in lab, targets 2027 sea trials on 17,500-dwt merchant vessel
Hydrogen-fuelled ship propulsion takes a big step forward as a large, low-speed engine proves its readiness in the lab, with plans for full-scale sea trials by 2027. If realized, it could mark a turning point for long-distance, low-emission ocean freight.