Press Release
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Fiji Braces for Water Shortfall as Pump Failure Hits Tamavua Plant
A mechanical failure at a Fiji water facility has cut raw water inflows by 20% as crews race to restore a critical pump. With dry conditions pressing reservoir levels, communities are urged to conserve water and stay tuned for updates on contingency measures rolling out to protect essential services.
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RC Manubhai Secures Dual ISO Certifications, Pioneering Sustainability and Information Security in Fiji
RC Manubhai Group achieves two international certifications, signaling a bold step in sustainability and information security. Across its subsidiaries, ISO 14001 and ISO 27001 set the stage for responsible environmental practices and robust data protection in Fiji.
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Fiji Foils Drug Smuggling on Cruise Ship; Passenger Charged
An on-board interception on a cruise ship uncovered illicit substances, leading to a passenger being charged and underscoring Fiji’s zero-tolerance stance against drug trafficking. The operation showcases relentless vigilance, strict regulations, and the ongoing teamwork that keeps communities safe.
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Jai Ram Reddy: Fiji’s Architect of Multiracial Democracy
Justice Jai Ram Reddy’s principled service reshaped Fiji’s democracy and social fabric. A tribute to a bridge-builder whose enduring legacy of equality and multiracial unity continues to inspire the nation today.
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Fiji FRCS Trains Thousands of MSMEs, Empowering Women and Formalising Business
MSMEs across Fiji are gaining new financial literacy tools—from tax basics to digital lodgement—that help small businesses formalise and grow. A fresh wave of training is empowering women entrepreneurs and reshaping opportunities for both rural and urban ventures.
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Rakiraki Aims to Transform Fiji’s Agriculture with Youth, Tech and Market Access Push
Rakiraki is poised for an agriculture-driven transformation, with strategies to lift productivity, open market access, and empower young farmers. A tech-enabled, training-focused push aims to turn farming into a viable business and boost local incomes. Could this rural hub spark wider growth across the region?
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Fiji rolls out fisheries legal training to curb IUU fishing
Fiji launches a week-long Fisheries Legal Training to boost enforcement, safeguard marine resources, and tighten compliance across agencies. With illegal fishing posing risks to livelihoods and national security, the program emphasizes legal know-how, regional partnerships, and community resilience to secure Fiji’s coastal future.
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Rotuma Youth Festival Closes as Government Kickstarts Grants and Skills Training
Rotuma’s four‑day Youth Festival closes on a hopeful note, signaling a new era of government–youth collaboration. Grants, training, and community initiatives hint at big opportunities for Rotuman youths—and a path toward leadership, entrepreneurship, and resilience for the island.
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Fiji Methodist Church Expands Social Reach with Police Partnership
Fiji’s Methodist Church is stepping up its social mission with new cross‑sector partnerships aimed at tackling poverty and domestic violence. By joining forces with the Fiji Police, NGOs, and government partners, the church signals a shift toward practical, community‑driven action—and a broader effort to strengthen families and resilience across communities.
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Fiji Seeks Stronger Online Safety Laws as Privacy Abuses Rise
Privacy and dignity online are under sharper scrutiny in Fiji amid rising online abuse and private disclosures. Calls for stronger laws and greater platform accountability aim to create safer digital spaces, even as enforcement and cross-border challenges persist.