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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 in… read more
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Navua to Face Lautoka Without Key Midfielder Jared Rongosulia in Round 11 of DFPL Match
Navua’s midfielder, Jared Rongosulia, will not be present for this Sunday’s Round 11 DFPL match against Fiji FACT champions, Lautoka. Navua Football’s President, Rajeev Prasad, in an… read more
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Two Juveniles Charged in Multiple Rape Cases According to ODPP June Sexual Offences Statistics Report
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has declared that two minors, a 15-year-old and a 13-year-old, are facing multiple charges for rape and attempted… read more
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“Multiple Rape Charges Filed as Revealed in ODPP Rape and Sexual Offences Statistics for June 2024”
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has pressed charges against a 79-year-old male, accusing him of raping and indecently assaulting a 13-year-old girl. According to… read more
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Rewa Football Club to Welcome Back Kavaia Rawaqa and Kishan Sami in Mid-Season Transfer Window
Defender Kavaia Rawaqa and midfielder Kishan Sami are anticipated to return to Rewa during the mid-season transfer window. The president of Rewa football, Nazil Buksh, confirmed this… read more
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UEFA European Championship 2024 Quarterfinals: Portugal Set to Clash with France
The UEFA European Championship 2024 is heating up as it progresses to the quarterfinals, primed for a thrilling face-off between Portugal and France. After four days of… read more
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Copa America 2024: Group Stage Wrap-up, Argentina and Venezuela Lead as USA and Mexico Get Eliminated
The Copa America 2024 has wrapped its group stages, revealing the final eight teams moving onto the tournament’s knockout stages. Reigning Champions Argentina demonstrated impressive skill, winning… read more
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Fiji Junior Bula Boys Aim for OFC Under-19 Championship Final in Samoa
Digicel Fiji Junior Bula Boys’ head coach, Marika Rodu, has expressed a strong ambition to reach the final of the OFC Under-19 Championship in Samoa. Rodu assured… read more
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Elites Boxers in Fiji Face Limited Opportunities for Professional Advancement: Boxing Trainer’s Insight
Boxing trainer Peteresio Ranuku claims that some of the best amateur boxers are losing their chance to go professional. This contention has arisen amidst calls by Acting… read more
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FijiFirst Abandoned with Claims of Opposition MPs’ Powerless to Save Party
Mosese Bulitavu, an opposition MP, has stated that he and his colleagues were unable to prevent the downfall of FijiFirst. According to Bulitavu, opposition MPs did not… read more
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“Former Boxing Commission Chairman Reveals Why Krishnil Mudaliar’s Titles Were Vacated”
Krishnil Mudaliar’s boxing titles were vacated for two main reasons, as stated by ex-chairman of the Boxing Commission of Fiji (BCF), Dr. Subhash Appana. In response to… read more
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Uncertainty Looms over Acting Director of Public Prosecutions Following Supreme Court Ruling
After the Supreme Court declared him ineligible to hold his position, it remains uncertain whether the acting Director of Public Prosecutions, John Rabuku, will keep his job… read more
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Fiji Prime Minister Rabuka Expected to Capitalize on FijiFirst’s Deregistration for Political Gain
The deregistration of FijiFirst (FFP) is predicted to provide Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka with many strategic opportunities, according to Jioji Kotobalavu, a former permanent secretary in the… read more
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“Mosese Bulitavu to Support Prime Minister Rabuka as Independent Opposition Parliamentarian”
Mosese Bulitavu announced that he will serve as an independent member of the Opposition in support of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka. Ten additional Opposition MPs will be… read more
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“Boxing Needs a Proper Pathway for Amateurs, No Shortcuts Allowed: Trainer Saimoni Taudomo”
Trainer and former boxer, Saimoni Taudomo, has criticised the unhealthy practice of transitioning boxers from amateur to professional bouts without proper training. Taudomo voiced his agitation over… read more
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FijiFirst Party Deregistration Marks End of Founders’ Political Journey Amid Declining Support and Unpaid Debts
The political careers of Voreqe Bainimarama and Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, founders of FijiFirst, came to an unfortunate end following the party’s deregistration. Former permanent secretary in the Prime… read more
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Reviving Boxing Glory in Fiji: Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo Believes in Training World Champions
Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo believes that Fiji has the potential to train and produce world champion boxers. Temo, a former boxer himself, expressed his faith in… read more
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FijiFirst’s $701,680 Debt Clearance Offered by Unnamed Businesspeople, Reveals Former Party Member
According to former FijiFirst member and current Opposition MP, Mosese Bulitavu, several prominent business figures expressed interest in clearing FijiFirst’s debt of $701,680. Although Bulitavu did not… read more
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Striped Champion Krishnil Mudaliar Demands Chance to Contend for New Lightweight Title
Suva-based boxer, Krishnil Mudaliar, better known as the “Cobra,” believes he deserves a shot at a new lightweight title. Mudaliar was earlier the holder of both the… read more
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Fiji’s Tourism at Risk as Increased Departure Tax Deters Price-Sensitive Travelers
Fiji’s decision to increase its departure tax may backfire, giving competing destinations an upper hand due to lower prices, thus jeopardising Fiji’s tourism reputation due to higher… read more
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South Pacific Coffee Company Partners with Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association for HOTEC Tradeshow 2024 Barista Competition
The South Pacific Coffee Company (SPCC) has officially joined the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) as a competition partner for the HOTEC Tradeshow 2024. This partnership… read more
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Private Sector Calls for Increased Civil Service Productivity Following Salary Hike in 2024-2025 National Budget
Jerome Kado, managing partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers, has emphasized the need for the private sector to extract higher productivity from the civil service, particularly in light of the… read more
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New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters Meets Newly Elected Solomon Islands PM Amid Pacific Geopolitical Shifts
New Zealand’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters, is set to visit the Solomon Islands today, arranging a meeting with its newly elected Prime Minister, Jeremiah Manele. This… read more
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Fijiana 7s Coach to Announce Team for Paris Olympics Amid Intense Rugby Sevens Competition
Fijiana 7s coach, Saiasi Fuli, is set to announce his 15-member team for the Paris Olympics this week. The team is slated to leave for France on… read more
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New Al Hamd Smart Living Outlet Opens in Tavua Offering Wide Range of Consumer Choices
The local community of Tavua have benefitted from the opening of a new retail outlet by Al Hamd Smart Living, marking the firm’s sixth chain store in… read more
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Nadi Businessman Dedicates Two Decades to Litter Cleanup on Denarau Road
Adrian Sofield, a businessman from Nadi, has devoted two decades of his life to picking up litter along Denarau Road. Yesterday, he was spotted singlehandedly cleaning up… read more
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FijiFACT Finalists Navua and Lautoka Gear Up for Exciting Rematch in Round 11 of DFPL
Football excitement is back after a two-week hiatus as FijiFACT finalists, Navua and Lautoka, prepare for a thrilling return match in Round 11 of the DFPL. This… read more
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Fiji Government Embarks on Fiscal Consolidation Strategy Amid High COVID-19 Pandemic Impact and Public Debt Increase
Fiji, a small and remote economy, highly dependent on tourism and imports, is highly susceptible to climate change and shifts in the global economy. COVID-19 seriously harmed… read more
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Repatriation Process for Late Corporal Sefanaia Sukanaivalu Gets Consent from Speaker of Parliament
Parliamentary Speaker and Turaga Na Tui Cakau, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, has authorized the repatriation of the late Corporal Sefanaia Sukanaivalu’s body. Ratu Naiqama granted his approval during… read more
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Fiji Junior Bula Boys Set for OFC U19 Men’s Championship in Samoa with High Hopes of World Cup Spot
The Fiji Junior Bula Boys, a mix of seasoned players and internationally exposed talent, are ready to kick off their campaign at the OFC U19 Men’s Championship… read more