housing
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Next phase of Fiji’s informal settlement upgrade to grant formal leases for 147 Lautoka households
Delaisaweni’s 147 households are set to gain formal leases as part of Fiji’s ongoing informal settlement upgrades. With new roads, drainage and secure tenure on the horizon, the project hinges on key landowner collaboration to unlock long-term investment.
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Fiji rental housing guideline outlines urgent-repair duties for landlords and tenant remedies
Fiji’s rental guide offers a practical, non-binding roadmap for keeping homes safe, with clear steps on urgent repairs, how tenants can arrange fixes if landlords delay, and a path to escalate disputes—balancing safety with rights for both sides.
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Fiji Opposition Criticizes VAT Increase as Costs Rise, Citing Housing Delays and Education Aid Setbacks
Opposition lawmakers argue that rising costs, weak services, and ill‑conceived policies are hitting ordinary Fijians the hardest. As VAT changes, housing delays, and school funding gaps shape the debate, the line between policy aims and daily life comes into sharper focus.
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Fiji pivots to serviced lots and revived model homes to speed up affordable housing
Fiji’s housing strategy shifts gears—from finished homes to serviced lots—with two-bedroom model homes aimed at lower-income families. It promises flexibility amid bureaucratic delays, but will red tape slow progress toward affordable living?
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36 Jittu Estate Residents Offered Lagilagi Public Rental Flats in Fiji’s Affordable Housing Drive
Thirty-six Jittu Estate residents have been offered letters to relocate to Lagilagi public rental flats, a milestone in Fiji’s push for secure tenancies and broader affordable housing. More units are planned to widen options for tenants and potential homeowners.
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Fiji ramps up informal settlement upgrades as funding climbs and Informal Settlements Act 2022 review begins
A renewed government push aims to speed up informal settlement upgrades with increased funding and a refreshed legal framework. Officials promise faster delivery of land tenure and basic services, while observers weigh how quickly the plans translate into real improvements on the ground.