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Fiji’s National Agriculture Show 2025 to Showcase Climate-Smart Farming and Resilience in Nadi
Fiji’s farms take center stage as a premier show blends climate-smart farming, hands-on demonstrations, and youth-driven innovation. A forward-looking look at resilience, agribusiness, and local food systems… read more
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Internal Plumbing Fault Behind Hospital Water Woes — Permanent Fix in the Works
A hospital’s water crisis is unfolding as officials trace the issue to internal plumbing rather than the wider network. With emergency water deliveries and rapid on-site repairs,… read more
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Fiji Hunger Strike at Maximum-Security Prison Prompts Health Checks and Rehabilitation Efforts
Tensions flare at a high-security facility as a hunger strike triggers health checks and renewed rehabilitation efforts. A core group leads the protest while dozens more participate,… read more
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From Redundancy to All-Year Markets: Fiji Family Expands Matrix Farms
Redundancy sparks a bold pivot as a Fiji family scales up farming under Matrix Farms, aiming to supply markets all year long. Two family plots, a mix… read more
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Fiji Auditor-General flags $12.6m in unpaid court fees, calls for urgent recovery
Millions in unpaid court fines are driving a push for stronger enforcement, inter-agency cooperation, and smarter data tracking of defaulters. The plan signals tighter controls and faster… read more
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Fiji Upgrades FPBS Inventory With Open mSupply Following Audit Findings
Gaps in stock management at Fiji’s FPBS prompt a move toward Open mSupply and tablet-enabled updates. As the upgrades roll out, expect sharper inventory visibility and faster… read more
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Pacific Islands Forum in Suva Signals Focus on Unity and Climate Resilience
Pacific leaders gather in Suva to shape a region-led blueprint for climate resilience, security, and people-centered development. With external pressures mounting and unity at stake, the Suva… read more
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Gaza City bombardment tightens as Egyptian mediators push for ceasefire
Gaza City endures intensified bombardment as a major operation looms, with civilian casualties mounting even as Egypt-brokered talks seek a fragile pause amid a deepening humanitarian crisis. read more
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Deans Trophy U-19 Semi-Final Set for Suva Showdown
Ratu Navula and Tailevu North collide in a high-stakes Deans Trophy Under-19 semi-final in Suva, with both squads chasing a coveted final berth. Expect a tense, hard-hitting… read more
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Nakasi Opens New Community Retail Hub in Fiji
A new mixed-use complex is rising in Nakasi, promising a refreshed community hub for shopping, dining, and everyday services. Anchored by a supermarket and designed to boost… read more
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Flying Fijians juggle long-haul travel as Pacific Nations Cup stays on track
Long-haul travel and back-to-back commitments put Fiji’s Flying Fijians under pressure as they navigate the Pacific Nations Cup with a tight 28-man squad. The focus shifts to… read more
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Running as Medicine: Fiji’s Suva Marathon Sparks Health and Community Spirit
Dr. Jasmial Nand trades the clinic for the track as he trains for Suva’s 10th-anniversary marathon. He credits running with shaping his discipline as a father, a… read more
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Kenshin Kamimura, J-pop Star, Fined HK$15,000 in Hong Kong Indecent Assault Case
A high-profile verdict from Hong Kong spotlights conduct at a fan event involving a former J-pop star. The ruling raises questions about accountability and protections for staff… read more
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Koro Island Gets 2km Road to Boost Livelihoods and Access to Services
Two kilometres of new road on Koro Island are under construction, promising shorter journeys and lower transport costs for residents of Nacamaki, Nabuna, and Vatulele. As the… read more
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Fiji champions Thursdays in Black to fight gender-based violence
Fiji’s minister champions the “Thursdays in Black” campaign in Parliament, turning solidarity into action against gender-based violence. With alarming violence statistics on the rise, a new national… read more
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Fiji’s push for women’s empowerment could unlock 6.6% of GDP
Fiji is increasingly linking gender equality to economic growth, tying violence prevention and leadership reforms to broader prosperity. A new plan for 2025–2030 aims to reshape budgets,… read more
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Fiji Takes Pacific Digital Lead at Inaugural Fiber Conference
Fiji hosts a landmark conference as Pacific nations map a bold digital future. From fiber to AI and cyber resilience, leaders explore ways to boost connectivity and… read more
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ICJ ruling ties shipping to global climate law, pressuring the IMO
A landmark advisory opinion casts climate action as a binding duty for states, with shipping now squarely in the crosshairs of a broader legal framework. As Pacific… read more
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Blue Pacific Continent Takes Center Stage Ahead of Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting
Pacific ministers in Suva are shaping a united, Pacific-led blueprint for a more resilient and inclusive Blue Pacific Continent as they brace for a pivotal Leaders’ Meeting… read more
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Fiji Hunger Strike at Maximum Security Centre Prompts Reform Debate
Fiji’s maximum-security prison is quiet on the surface while a hunger strike highlights tensions around tighter rules and contraband controls. Officials say health, safety, and rehabilitation remain… read more
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Fiji’s Education Drive: Fulton Adventist University College Seeks University Status
Fiji signals a major boost for higher education as Fulton Adventist University College eyes university status with renewed government backing. Expanded funding, scholarships, and inclusive programs could… read more
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Levuka Fiji Gets Rotavators to Boost Market Supply
Two rotavators arrive in Levuka, bringing a practical boost for local farmers and market vendors. Backed by UNDP and partners, the rollout aims to ease workloads, strengthen… read more
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Gagaj Sau Lagfatmaro: Rotuma’s Contested Title Rekindles Cultural Debate
Rotuma’s revived title rekindles a heated debate over who truly leads and what counts as authentic Rotuman heritage. Rival claims and questions of legitimacy collide as communities… read more
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Fiji Eyes Online Safety Reform as Image-Based Abuse Grows
Fiji faces a surge in image-based abuse, fueling urgent calls for tougher online-safety rules and clearer platform responsibilities. With resources stretched and reforms under discussion, the push… read more
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Fiji Court Hears Alleged Political Interference in Police During Bainimarama Era
Fresh courtroom testimony highlights alleged political influence over Fiji’s police during the Bainimarama era, stirring questions about independence, due process, and governance. The ongoing case reveals a… read more
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Kuki Nominated for Best International Pacific Artist at Pacific Music Awards 2025
From Fiji to the Pacific music stage, a rising guitarist and vocalist earns a nomination that signals a bold new chapter for Pacific sound. This peek behind… read more
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PSG stun Tottenham in dramatic UEFA Super Cup shootout to become first French club to lift the trophy
PSG staged a dramatic late comeback to beat Tottenham on penalties and lift the UEFA Super Cup. A tense shootout and a surprising twist kept fans guessing… read more
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Fiji Bets on Local Experiences to Boost Tourist Spending
Fiji is pursuing a wider tourism strategy to turn steady arrival numbers into higher per-visitor spend. Officials highlight the need for better local products, more diverse experiences,… read more
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Pacific Unity in Focus Ahead of COP31 Climate Action Push
Baron Waqa calls for unity as Pacific leaders push climate action and economic resilience ahead of pivotal talks in the Solomon Islands. With bold aims like a… read more
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Costa Rica bets on El Salvador-style mega-prison to tackle gangs
Costa Rica is moving ahead with a new maximum-security prison inspired by El Salvador’s mega-prison, the CACCO facility designed to hold about 5,100 inmates—roughly a 40% capacity… read more