Business
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Fiji Attracts Global Investors as Confidence Soars into 2024
Investor confidence in Fiji is rising, with talks involving HoneyWorld and Aitken Space signaling a wave of new opportunities. As investor interest broadens across more countries and sectors, the year ahead could bring a heightened push for Fiji’s investment landscape.
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Seiko Unveils Australasian Limited Editions The Conte and Kame at Fiji Events
Two exclusive Fiji evenings unveiled Seiko’s Australasian Limited Editions—The Conte and Kame—showcasing bold design and meticulous craftsmanship. A celebration of heritage and innovation, these timepieces promise a rare glimpse into Seiko’s masterful artistry.
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Fiji’s Outsourcing Boom Meets Its Talent Crunch
Fiji’s outsourcing boom is colliding with a tight talent pool just as demand accelerates. Companies are rethinking retention beyond salary—focusing on better workplaces and new training partnerships to build a skilled, homegrown workforce for sustainable growth.
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Fiji Celebrates ATS Frontline Staff, Aviation’s Hidden Engine
ATS marked a milestone by honoring its long-serving team, praised by Fiji’s Finance Minister for playing a crucial role in seamless, welcoming travel. The spotlight on frontline staff—from check-in to aircraft cleaning—highlights how their dedication keeps Fiji’s aviation and tourism moving, alongside a close partnership with Fiji Airways that elevates the passenger experience.
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ShopPlus Opens in Nalawa, Ra, Sparking Local Economic Growth
A new ShopPlus complex in Nalawa is set to ignite local commerce and broaden opportunities for the community. Seen as a collaborative hub for entrepreneurship, skill-sharing, and education, it aims to empower residents to plan for a brighter, long-term future. Leaders envision it transforming livelihoods and fostering a culture of forward-thinking in Ra.
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Lautoka Opens New Sugar Growers Fund Office to Boost Cane Farmers’ Loans
A new chapter opens for Fiji’s sugar industry with a landmark office complex in Lautoka and a sharpened focus on supporting growers. With a pledge to stronger governance and ambitious plans that could reshape loans and production, the sector heads toward a resilient future.
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Fiji Unveils Cabinet-Backed Investment Drive to Cut Red Tape
Fiji gears up for a more investor-friendly future as a Cabinet-backed Investment Facilitation Committee takes center stage. Seen as an engine room for cutting bottlenecks and driving reforms, it aims to boost private-sector performance and confidence. With a focus on transparency and timely decisions, this move hints at a new momentum for the economy.
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Fiji’s Northern Division Eyes Tourism Boost as Airport Upgrades Unfold
Fiji’s Northern Division could soon shift gears as officials push to boost air access and upgrade regional airports. Planned runway improvements across Matei, Savusavu, and Labasa—and a potential new airport site for Savusavu—form part of an eight-year effort to unlock higher visitor numbers and create opportunities for local communities. The coming years will reveal how…
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Fiji Village Driver Turns Long Hours into a Lifeline for His Community
From the quiet lanes of Naqarawai to Suva’s bustle, Eparama Mototabua keeps his community moving with dedication and a belief in great service. His days start before dawn, driven by family and resilience as he grows a local transport business into a lifeline—and a story of pride, perseverance, and new horizons on the road ahead.
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New Sugar Cane Growers Fund Office in Lautoka Boosts Fiji’s Sugar Farmers
Lautoka welcomes a new Sugar Cane Growers Fund office, a milestone aimed at strengthening support for Fiji’s sugarcane farmers. The move centers on sustainable income, better financial safeguards, and a long-term plan for the sector’s revival. With ambitious growth goals on the horizon, this development signals a hopeful path for growers and the industry.
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FDB Unveils Choice Home Loan: 30-Year Path to Fiji Homeownership
Fiji’s Development Bank unveils a flexible Choice Home Loan aimed at widening access to homeownership for diverse families, with long terms and inclusive options for construction, renovations, and refinancing. Paired with a revolving facility to support farmers, MSMEs, and the broader business community, this initiative hints at stronger households and a more resilient economy. A…
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Marriott’s Rapid Global Growth and Sustainability Push Spotlighted in Fiji
Marriott unveils a bold trajectory of global growth and community-focused hospitality from a dazzling Fiji gathering. The event spotlights sustainability milestones, local partnerships, and new programs that hint at the company’s next era of service and expansion.
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Marriott Bets Big on Fiji Tourism With New Westin Hotel and Major Renovations
Marriott International is rolling out a major investment in Fiji’s hospitality landscape, featuring renovated villas, a new Westin, and a refreshed Sheraton. An oceanfront jetty with a helipad and a one-of-a-kind cellar concept hints at a bold new guest experience and a brighter future for Fiji’s tourism.
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Fiji Signals Pro-Business Push to Power MSMEs and Diversify the Economy
Fiji is signaling a pro-business push, trimming red tape and modernizing to boost private-sector growth. As diversification shifts toward renewables, digital services, and niche manufacturing, a more resilient, MSME-friendly future is on the horizon.
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Fiji Rolls Out Micro-Tourism Fund to Boost Local Operators
Fiji unveils a pilot fund to empower micro and small tourism businesses with grants, training, and marketing support—aimed at diversifying experiences and strengthening resilience across the industry.
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Fiji HR Awards Spotlight Leap Toward Workplace Gender Parity
Gender equity in Fiji’s workplaces has moved from a distant goal to tangible reality, highlighted by the latest Fiji HR Institute Awards. The event honors leaders turning inclusive practices into everyday opportunity and shaping a more balanced future.
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Fiji HR Awards Surge in Entries Signals Rising Industry Competition
HR professionals are facing a turning point as awards season reveals record entries and intensifying competition. Leaders are pledging a renewed commitment to quality, standards, and ongoing development—sparking fresh strategies across organizations. The future of HR is poised for sharper practices and bold, innovative approaches.
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Savusavu Market Overcrowding Sparks Satellite Market Plans
Rush of vendors pushes Savusavu market to its limits as plans for satellite markets and revamped vendor rules take shape, aiming to keep the bustling hub fair, safe, and accessible.
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Sofitel Fiji’s Eshni Chetty Wins Gold HR Transformative Leader of the Year
An award-winning leadership story from a tropical resort, where authentic connections and staff well-being power superb service. It traces a remarkable journey—from design to people and culture—showing how putting the team first shapes every guest experience.
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Shiv Raj Associates: Fiji’s Largest Cane Operation Driving Rural Renewal
From a small shop in 1952 to Fiji’s largest cane harvesting and transport network, Shiv Raj Associates has become a lifeline for thousands of farming families in Ra. Amid challenges in the sugar industry, its growth hints at a hopeful path where private enterprise strengthens rural communities and Fiji’s agricultural future.
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No Card, No Ride: Fiji Rolls Out Cashless Buses on December 15
Fiji is switching to a fully cashless bus system, with a strict “No Card – No Ride” rule taking effect on December 15, 2025. As eTransport cards proliferate, riders will enter a new era of digital fare—promising efficiency while presenting fresh challenges for students, families, and operators.
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Prada Partners With Indian Artisans for Kolhapuri-Inspired Luxury Sandals
Prada teams up with Indian artisans to launch a limited-edition sandal collection inspired by traditional Kolhapuri craft. The collaboration fuses local craftsmanship with Italian manufacturing know-how, backed by training programs and fair compensation for artisans. A 2026 global rollout aims to blend heritage with luxury on a new scale.
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Fiji Family Grows Eight-Acre Guava Farm, Sells Direct at Roadside Stall
What started as a simple family plan to fund schooling has blossomed into a thriving roadside guava stall and an eight-acre orchard. A tale of resilience, smart choices, and fruit so juicy it keeps travelers coming back for more.
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IHG Fiji Movember Drive Raises $15K for Lifeline Fiji
Movember lit up Fiji’s IHG hotels, raising funds for Lifeline Fiji and sparking vital conversations about men’s mental health. From playful moustache challenges to guest-themed experiences, the campaign showcased a compassionate, wellbeing-forward side of hospitality.
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Fiji and New Zealand eye $2B trade by 2030 as outgoing envoy bids farewell
A heartfelt farewell hints at a future packed with potential for Fiji–New Zealand trade. With tourism, infrastructure, and a vibrant BPO sector driving growth, leaders spotlight a bold path forward and the opportunities it could unlock for the region.
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KPMG Fiji Unveils Sharvek Naidu as New Managing Partner, Hinting at Growth
KPMG Fiji ushers in a new leadership chapter with Sharvek Naidu taking the helm as managing partner. A seasoned leader with deep local roots and global experience, his appointment hints at bold growth and a renewed focus on client value.
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Goktan Kavak Named General Manager at Novotel Suva Lami Bay
Novotel Suva Lami Bay ushers in a new era with Goktan Kavak at the helm. A global hotelier with experience across Fiji, the South Pacific, Europe and the Middle East, he’s set to elevate guest experiences and drive operational excellence. A fresh chapter awaits the property and its guests.
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FDB Unveils Two New Loans to Boost Fiji Homes and Businesses
Two new Fiji Development Bank products promise to boost housing access and give Fiji’s businesses a flexible lifeline. From rural home financing to on-demand working capital, the initiatives aim to strengthen livelihoods and resilient value chains across communities.
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Datec Fiji to Boost Suva ICT Training With $80,000 Australian Grant
An ambitious upgrade to Datec Fiji’s Suva training academy aims to power Fiji’s digital outsourcing future. Backed by international funding, the program targets cybersecurity, AI, automation and more—with new accreditation and inclusive pathways for wider participation. A bold step toward building a skilled, work-ready ICT workforce.
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Fiji Development Bank Unveils Choice Home Loan for Non-Salaried Fijians
Non-salaried Fijians could soon have an easier path to homeownership. The Fiji Development Bank’s new Choice Home Loan offers flexible income verification for farmers, market vendors, and small business owners, aiming to broaden housing access and reshape who can qualify for financing.