iTaukei Affairs
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CID to probe iTaukei Affairs allegations after minister files complaint
Police have launched a formal CID-led assessment into allegations involving a senior iTaukei Affairs official after a minister’s complaint, signaling a shift from public claims to a structured investigation. The outcome and any potential charges will unfold as investigators review the evidence.
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Fiji Minister Vasu Seeks Police Probe Into Allegations by Permanent Secretary Navakamocea
Fiji’s iTaukei Affairs minister faces a new turn in a running clash with his Permanent Secretary as police launch a formal probe. Allegations and sharp claims, tied to a controversial figure, push the dispute into a high-stakes investigation.
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Fiji iTaukei Affairs Permanent Secretary Denies Resignation as PM-PSC Decision Looms
Jone Navakamocea, Fiji’s iTaukei Affairs permanent secretary, says he has not resigned and would only consider stepping down if formally advised by the Prime Minister to the Public Service Commission. The denial comes as a leadership dispute within the ministry deepens, with unresolved issues involving the minister and political appointees.
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Ministry of iTaukei Affairs Denies Navakamocea Allegations, Launches Defamation Action and PSC Probe
Public allegations have sparked a high-stakes clash as a government ministry rejects the claims and signals legal action. A concurrent disciplinary review looms, raising questions about accountability, reforms, and the role of civil service integrity.
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Fiji MPs warn funding gaps threaten iTaukei heritage ministry amid VKB digitisation drive
Parliamentary scrutiny warns that critical funding gaps could undermine Fiji’s iTaukei heritage protection and community services. While digitisation of key records and expanded overseas registrations show progress, stronger investment and clearer governance are deemed essential for the culture’s future. The review also flags gaps in rural development and governance reforms that demand concrete funding commitments.
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Fiji Provincial Councils Face Audit Gaps Over Missing Records and Weak Internal Controls
An official review flags serious gaps in Fiji’s provincial financial management, with missing records and weak controls undermining accountability across several councils. The report calls for on-site audits and stronger governance reforms to restore credibility and tighten oversight.
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Fiji Parliament Panel Urges Digital Upgrade and Clearer Metrics for iTaukei Affairs
A parliamentary review flags notable progress in Fiji’s iTaukei Affairs Ministry, alongside persistent gaps in reporting, customary-title resolution, and rural development planning. It calls for financial flexibility and digital upgrades to turn policy goals into lasting community impact.