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Kava Abuse in Kadavu: A rising concern breaking families and straining finances
The rampant misuse of kava in Kadavu is a matter of grave concern. Bulou Luisa Duikete, the leader of the Kadavu women’s Association, urged men to… Read more
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Fiji Shipping Tycoon Takes Action Against Maritime Drug Crisis, Dismisses 18 for Substance Abuse
George Goundar, a renowned shipping magnate in Fiji, has taken a tough position on the escalating drug issue troubling the nation’s maritime sector. During the unveiling… Read more
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Nadi Businessman Adrian Sofield Dedicates Two Decades to Cleaning Denarau Road
Adrian Sofield, a businessman from Nadi, has been committed to picking up trash along Denarau Road for the past 20 years. Sofield was spotted yesterday alone,… Read more
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Fiji Parliament Speaker Approves Repatriation of Late Corporal Sefanaia Sukanaivalu’s Body
The Speaker of Parliament Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, who is also the Turaga Na Tui Cakau, has granted approval for the repatriation of the late Corporal Sefanaia… Read more
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Solomoni Nata Appointed as CEO of i-Taukei Land Trust Board, Promises Continuation of Achievements and Reforms
Solomoni Nata has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer for the i-Taukei Land Trust Board (iTLTB) for a two-year term. The announcement was made… Read more
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Government Struggles to Meet Housing Demand in Urban Areas: $13.5M Allocated for Settlement Formalisation in 2024-2025 National Budget
The government has acknowledged its significant shortcomings in addressing the escalating demand for housing in urban regions. It is pressing onward to fulfil the surging requirements… Read more
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Police Investigating Viral Video of Student Fight at Nadi Bus Stand
A trending video, featuring a student and another person engaged in a brawl at the Nadi bus station, is currently under review. The Nadi police force… Read more
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Two Charged in Fiji for Mobile Money Transfer Scam via MPaisa App
The MPaisa Task Force of the Fiji Police has brought charges against two individuals for obtaining financial advantage through deception using a mobile money transfer app.… Read more
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Multiple Raids Across Fiji Uncover Illicit Drugs and Proceeds of Crime
Within the past day, multiple busts led to the recovery of alleged illegal drugs and what is believed to be ill-gotten money. Assistant Commissioner of Police… Read more
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Fiji Revenue and Customs Service Forecasts Over $3B Revenue for Current Financial Year with Debt-to-GDP Ratio Targeted at 60 Percent by 2040
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service projects exceeding $3 billion in revenue for the ongoing fiscal year. The Ministry of Finance hopes to accumulate $3.3 billion… Read more