education
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Fiji to weave culture, heritage and arts into school curriculum to strengthen national identity
Fiji is exploring a major curriculum update to weave culture, languages and the arts into everyday learning. Officials say the plan aims to strengthen national identity through inclusive dialogue, inviting cultural practitioners and communities to help shape the classroom of tomorrow.
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UniFiji backs 60-40 teaching model for primary maths and a national multiplication verification to boost Fiji numeracy
A bold plan to boost primary numeracy proposes a 60-40 teaching split, early diagnostic checks, and curriculum tweaks aimed at narrowing the gap with literacy—signaling a major rethink of how math is taught in the early years.
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Rabuka signals imminent approval of Fiji National University board nominees amid governance crisis
A governance shake-up could be on the horizon for Fiji National University as a proposed board awaits formal approval. With the current council sidelined and complaints hanging over the Vice-Chancellor, all eyes are on how leadership will be refreshed.
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CePaCT’s Carmel Pilotti preserves Pacific taro and crop diversity for climate resilience
From coral reefs to a cutting-edge seed bank, Carmel Pilotti works to safeguard Pacific crops like taro—and the cultures that depend on them—against climate change and pests. Her story blends science, tradition and a call for more women to lead in agriculture across the region.
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FNU Animal Science Student Julie Nakulanikoro Named Nadroga/Navosa Youth Representative to Empower Rural Youth
From Komave Village to Fiji National University, Julie Nakulanikoro is turning her love for animal science into a voice for rural youth and women in science. At 20, this third-year student and Nadroga/Navosa youth representative draws on NYC experiences to spark bold ideas beyond tradition.