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Fiji Women Artisans Struggle as Market Gaps Force Half-Price Sales of Crafts
Fiji’s women artisans are feeling the squeeze as slow markets push crafts into half-price sales—and even gifting to relatives—to make ends meet. A government warning highlights market gaps eroding incomes and threatening the future of cherished traditional crafts.
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Fiji to Launch Year-Round Emporium for Women Artisans with Upfront Payments
Fiji is piloting a new, year‑round market for women artisans—moving beyond sporadic expos to a permanent emporium. The deal would offer upfront payments for qualifying crafts, aiming to boost incomes and keep traditional handiwork on the map. The approach could open new markets while reducing travel costs for makers across the islands.