education
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Fiji National University Lecturer Wins USP Outstanding Thesis Award for Remittance Economics Study
An award-winning PhD challenges the view that remittances are only household support, showing they can influence long‑term growth while posing inflation and exchange‑rate risks. Spanning 50+ economies over 25 years, the research offers practical policy insights with Pacific relevance for how remittances fit into growth, price stability, and external‑sector management.
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Fiji Hosts Regional AI Summit to Ensure Equitable, Pacific-Centered Innovation
A two-day Pacific-wide conversation on artificial intelligence is probing how tech can honor local knowledge and advance equity across education, governance and society. Leaders from universities and regional institutions are envisioning concrete steps to shape AI that reflects Pacific cultures, languages and values, turning dialogue into practical pathways for the region.
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Ratu Kadavulevu School Advances to Lautoka Semi-Finals in All Grades, Spotlighting Life Skills Through Rugby
Ratu Kadavulevu School rides a milestone weekend, contesting semi-finals in all three grades. But the focus goes beyond wins—rugby is a platform to shape respectful, responsible young men through life skills learned on and off the field. As Lautoka hosts the big test, the emphasis is on character, teamwork, and a community foundation that supports…
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Fiji Education Crisis Deepens as Early Childhood Funding Lags and Youth Dropouts Rise
Fresh figures reveal Fiji’s education crisis runs deep, with thousands of youths out of school before secondary education and dropout rates climbing in the early years. Underfunded early childhood programs and a neglected TVET pathway are highlighted as key drivers, underscoring urgent questions about how to reverse disengagement.
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Fiji’s Deepesh Singh becomes the first Fijian to graduate from EMLE with distinction, finishing in the top 10% of his cohort
Fiji makes history as Deepesh Singh finishes fourth in the European Master of Laws and Economics, earning a top-10% distinction—the first Fijian to complete the programme. A unique blend of practical law and economic insight could spark new approaches to policy and development at home.
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From Cockpit to Community: USP MBA Grad Leweniqila Urges Pacific Alumni to Return Home and Lead
Two USP graduates turn a milestone into a mission—balancing demanding careers, family, and a vow to give back to the Pacific. A Fiji Airways pilot and a determined classmate reflect on how an MBA becomes more than a credential when leadership and service take center stage. Their messages point to a future where knowledge becomes…
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USP Confers 1,259 Degrees at First Laucala Graduation Session in Suva
USP’s Laucala graduation session saw 1,259 students walk the stage in Suva as King Tupou VI conferred degrees. The ceremony spotlighted resilience amid global upheaval, with women making up a large share of graduates—a Pacific milestone in the making.
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Samoa launches Third Edition of the Samoa Qualifications Framework with a 10-level structure and Samoan translation
Samoa unveils the Third Edition of its national qualifications framework, promising clearer paths from learning to work. The revamp tightens quality controls, eases program registration, and introduces a full Samoan-language version to boost accessibility. New regional comparisons and graduate-tracking data will shape the future of education and workforce decisions.
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USP expands hardship fund to FJD 1 million to help students cope with rising living costs
Facing rising transport, food and energy costs, The University of the South Pacific is boosting its hardship and bursary support to help students stay on track. The plan broadens eligibility while preserving teaching quality and services, signaling a proactive cushion for cost-of-living pressures across its regional campuses.
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FNU Elevates Fiji Forestry Education, Blending Indigenous Wisdom with Modern Science
Fiji’s forests face mounting threats—from deforestation to invasive species—that imperil climate, watersheds, and communities. A new forestry program blends traditional knowledge with modern science to train the next generation of stewards dedicated to protecting ecosystems and livelihoods.