iTaukei Affairs
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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.