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Fiji’s Underdog Sprinter Overcomes Odds for Olympic Dream
Waisake Tewa, a 20-year-old former Nakasi High School sprinter, will represent Fiji as the sole entrant in the Men’s 100m event at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Tewa,… read more
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Fiji Faces Tough Challenge After Disappointing Defeat
Fiji faced a setback in their OFC U-19 Men’s Championship campaign, suffering a 3-0 defeat to the Solomon Islands in their second Group A match, jeopardizing their… read more
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Fighting Corruption: The Urgent Call for Accountability
Attorney-General Graham Leung has cautioned Parliament against misusing the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) as a tool to target political opponents. In his maiden speech, Leung… read more
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Trailblazing Appointment: Meet the New Minister for Fisheries and Forests
New Minister for Fisheries and Forests, Alitia Bainivalu, acknowledged that her new role in the Cabinet comes with significant expectations. Bainivalu’s appointment marks the first time a… read more
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Fiji’s Economic Transformation Revealed by Opposition Leader
Leader of the Opposition Inia Seruiratu has highlighted that Fiji experienced its most robust period of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in the decade preceding the COVID-19… read more
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Fiji Coach Addresses Setback in OFC U-19 Men’s Championship
Fiji Coach Marika Rodu highlighted that lack of concentration and low confidence played crucial roles in their 3-0 defeat to the Solomon Islands in their second Group… read more
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Judiciary Takes Action on Case Delays & Public Confidence
The Office of the Attorney General has confirmed it received the Civil Rules Review Report from Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo last month. The report was crafted… read more
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Flying Fijians Prepare to Take on All Blacks in Upcoming Test
Following their 21-12 victory over Georgia, the FIJI Water Flying Fijians are now preparing for their upcoming test match against the All Blacks later this month. Head… read more
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“Coalition Government Unity Strengthens After 2022 Election”
The three political parties in Government are strong and have been united since the formation of the Coalition after the 2022 General Election. Stating this to FijiLive… read more
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Fiji MP Raises Concerns Over Government Unity and Fiscal Direction
Independent Opposition Member of Parliament, Parveen Kumar Bala, emphasized that Fiji’s progress hinges on genuine unity among its people rather than merely showcasing multiracial harmony during special… read more
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Sanatan World Cup 10th Edition: Bigger and Better Than Ever
The 10th edition of the Sanatan World Cup was launched in Sydney over the weekend in grand fashion. Present at the colorful event were dignitaries from Sanatan… read more
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LTA Launches Major Crackdown on Unauthorized PSVs
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is intensifying its efforts against the illegal operation of motor vehicles as public service vehicles (PSVs) by implementing immediate seizure of offending… read more
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Former FijiFirst Members Unite: A New Political Shift
Nine members formerly affiliated with the FijiFirst party have expressed their support for the Prime Minister following a closed-door meeting at the Tanoa Plaza Hotel in Suva.… read more
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Fijian Woman Missing in Sydney: Public Appeal Issued
New South Wales Police are seeking public help to find a Fijian woman who has gone missing from Sydney’s west. Laite Tairewa, aged 45, arrived in Australia… read more
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Revolutionizing the Sugar Industry: Exciting Purchase in the Works
Minister for Sugar Charan Jeath Singh has announced that the Fiji Sugar Corporation is set to acquire a second-hand sugar mill from China for installation in Rakiraki.… read more
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Kadavu Rugby’s Quest for Glory
TACKLE Kadavu is aiming for a quarter-final spot in the FMF Suva Rugby Union’s Escott Shield competition. The team secured its third win after round six, defeating… read more
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Unlocking Fiji’s Hidden Potential: A Call for Resource Industry Revolution
A complete overhaul of the resource industry is needed to lift the production that lies dormant and untapped in its sectors, said local economist and Unity Fiji… read more
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Fijiana XV Set for Another Exciting Test Battle
The Vodafone Fijiana XV could potentially play another Test match ahead of the World XV 3 in September. Reliable sources indicate that the national women’s team may… read more
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Asylum Seekers in Nauru Speak Out
Around 100 asylum seekers are once again being held at Australia’s offshore processing centre in Nauru, after numbers had dropped to zero last June. Among them is… read more
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Empowering Economic Growth: The Untold Impact of Cooperatives.
Cooperative businesses are essential for economic development, particularly in supporting the livelihoods of women and young people, stated Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica.… read more
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“Suva Jewellery Store Heist Shocks Shoppers”
In a daring daylight robbery in Suva, petrified staff at Anita Jewellers witnessed three men smash showcase glasses, steal expensive gold jewelry, and escape in a getaway… read more
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Record Low Interest Rates: What’s Driving the Change?
Commercial bank borrowings were more affordable in May as lending rates hit a new low, according to data from the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF). In its… read more
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Honouring a Fijian Hero
The Fiji Navy has honored the legacy of two brave Fijians who served in the colonial forces alongside the Royal New Zealand Navy during World War II… read more
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Trailblazing Legacy: The Untold Journey of The Fiji Times Editor
Vijendra Kumar, the first local editor of The Fiji Times, passed away peacefully in Brisbane at the age of 88 on Thursday, June 27, 2024, after a… read more
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“Exclusive Agri-Tourism Resort Coming to Fiji”
An agri-tourism resort, said to be the first of its kind in Fiji, Vanua Ranch is set to open a boutique villa accommodation in Uciwai, Nadi in… read more
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Investing in Paradise: Fiji’s Tourism Sector Beckons
From an investment standpoint, as it is from a tourism perspective, the global interest in Fiji is surging. This sentiment was echoed by Jones Lang Laselle (JLL)… read more
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A Melodic Tribute: InsideOut Band Leader’s Heartfelt Solo EP
When words fail, music speaks. That sentiment rings true for InsideOut band leader Apakuki Nalawa, better known as Kuki, whose first solo EP, “Noqu Vanua,” was released… read more
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Expansion Plans Revealed for Fiji’s DoubleTree Resort
VISION Group-owned DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji on Sonasali Island will be expanding its four-star property with the addition of thirty-two new rooms. Hilton Fiji Beach… read more
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Economic Boost: Exchange Control Relaxed
The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) has announced further relaxation of exchange controls, effective next month. This move follows the 2024-2025 National Budget announcement made last month.… read more
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New Dignity Facility Empowering Recycling Heroes
Over 100 Collection Pillars of Recycling (CPR) at the Maururu Dumpsite in Ba celebrated the official opening of the Dignity Facility, a portable washroom and breakroom facility.… read more