Preventable blindness remains a real challenge across Fiji and the Pacific. Yet with early detection, community screenings, and locally trained eye care, thousands could preserve their vision… read more

Before the glitz, Fiji’s Miss Queens stepped into the heart of communities—vendors, students, and families across the islands—leaving rehearsals behind. What started as shy greetings grew into… read more

Ratu Viliame defends a matanigasau reconciliation rite, arguing that criticism understates the heart of iTaukei tradition and the push for genuine inclusivity. With a tabua exchange signaling… read more

Fiji is launching a cross‑agency push to clear abandoned vessels from Suva Harbour as cyclone season nears, backed by a major funding boost to speed removal. The… read more

Diabetes is pushing hospitals to the limit, with rising amputations and mounting costs. A retiree’s personal battle highlights the human toll and the urgent need for early… read more

Misconceptions about HIV in Fiji are still fueling stigma and late testing. Experts explain the difference between HIV and AIDS and why knowing your status early can… read more

Online defamation carries real consequences. A landmark ruling has issued a substantial penalty for a harmful social media post, underscoring that online behavior faces the same standards… read more

Fiji’s military signals a path toward genuine reconciliation with Indo-Fijian families, weighing dialogues, formal acknowledgments, and cultural gestures that carry real meaning. Still in early stages, officials… read more

Justice has handed down a long prison term to a man who repeatedly abused his 13-year-old nephew and used a recording to threaten him. The court labeled… read more

Parliament weighs repealing Fiji’s 2016 skilled workers regime after officials argued the rule created confusion and weak safeguards. The move aims to restore clarity to professional and… read more

Prosecutors face a pivotal decision in a high-stakes drug case that could redefine the defendant’s role in court. With key rulings on witness status and case consolidation… read more

Rising prices are tightening the net for Fiji’s senior citizens. NCOP member Mohammed Hassan Khan argues that boosting pensions and expanding protections could restore dignity and independence… read more

A fresh alliance in Fiji is outlining a bold reform agenda—promoting good governance, national unity, and an inclusive dialogue on constitutional change. With commitments to integrity, indigenous… read more

A landmark review highlights gaps in Fiji’s burial-ground governance and signals sweeping reforms to protect cultural heritage. With calls for nationwide audits and clearer oversight of village… read more

An unprecedented Fiji ruling upholds the drug-possess convictions linked to one of the country’s largest cocaine seizures, yet tightens the sentencing after a review. The Court of… read more

– Opposition MP Alvick Maharaj flags a systemic breakdown in accountability after a review found nearly 73% of statutory bodies unsatisfactory in financial reporting. A warning about… read more

Parliament delays the Employment Relations (Amendment) Bill 2025 until March 2026 as consultations intensify and unions push back. With calls for broader input from both workers and… read more

KOICA Fiji Team 2 wrapped up a vibrant healthy eating education initiative in Sigatoka, blending school garden activities, farm-to-table learning, and creative nutrition lessons. The project leaves… read more

Ro Aca Mataitini’s heartfelt appeal to end roadside dumping sparks a community cleanup and a youth recycling initiative. As volunteers tally litter and neighbors rally to do… read more

– Unsettling reports of alleged sacrilege surface in Navua and Wainadoi as police investigate. Details remain scarce and authorities urge residents to stay vigilant. – Three separate… read more

Idle land in northern Vanua Levu’s Dogotuki region is coming alive as local communities unite to grow cocoa, yaqona, and root crops. Backed by international aid and… read more

Two former deputy prime ministers push to permanently halt their pending criminal proceedings, arguing the legitimacy of a top FICAC appointment is flawed. With plans to enlist… read more

In Sigatoka, a taxi driver was jailed after pleading guilty to possessing a small amount of methamphetamine. The firm sentence highlights ongoing concerns about hard drugs and… read more