youth
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Fiji Museum Launches Multi-Week Veiqaravi Vakavanua Protocol Workshop for Youth
More than 20 Fijian youths are taking part in a multi-week program to revive traditional protocol and language through hands-on training and theatre. Led by the Fiji Museum with key partners, the initiative aims to empower the next generation to carry ceremonial duties with confidence.
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Saint Ann Primary’s under-10 girls reach the Suva Primary Schools Netball final after 10-0 semifinal victory
Saint Ann Primary’s under-10 netball team has carved out a new chapter in Suva, storming into the finals with a dominant semifinal. A blistering 10-0 display and a week of focused prep hint at a season that’s just getting started.
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Fiji’s fastest-growing HIV outbreak hits street youths amid drug crisis
On Fiji’s streets, a 14-year-old’s case crystallizes a rapidly escalating HIV crisis. His story highlights how vulnerable youths fall through care nets, prompting urgent calls for targeted testing, treatment, and social support.
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Nasinu Council Urges Youth to Stand for Local Office Ahead of September Elections
Nasinu’s town council is urging young people to step into leadership as September elections approach. Officials say fresh, tech-savvy perspectives could redefine local governance and accelerate digital change at the municipal level. What new ideas might the next generation bring to Nasinu’s development?
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Labasa to Host Fiji’s National Primary Schools Netball Championship at Subrail Park from April 27 to May 1
Labasa is gearing up for a landmark week as Fiji’s national primary schools netball championship returns to the North. Subrail Park will host rising talent from across the country, promising a showcase of the sport’s next generation and community excitement.
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Suva Primary School Netball Quarter-Finals Set Team Suva for Labasa National Tournament
Quarterfinals light up Vodafone Arena as selectors narrow the field for Team Suva headed to Labasa. Watch the rising stars—especially the youngest players—shape a pathway from grassroots netball to the national stage.
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Taf’aga Outrigger Unveils Multi‑Talent Lineup for Wai Tui Games 2026
An all-new, multi-talented Taf’aga Outrigger Canoe Club lineup is stepping up for the Wai Tui Games in April 2026. A mix of seasoned medallists, university paddlers and a buoyant cohort of younger talents is shaping a story where sport meets study, faith and community.
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Fiji Sees Surge in Youth Mental Health Counselling Demand, Early Intervention Urged
Young people in Fiji are driving a surge in demand for mental health support, with teens and young adults reporting anxiety, depression, and stress from school, job prospects, finances, and social media pressures. Experts say early, youth-friendly interventions are essential to prevent issues from escalating and to protect education, work, and family life.
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Fiji’s September local elections: first in 21 years, 141 councillors to be elected as youths urged to participate
Fiji’s local government elections return this September after 21 years, with a clear focus on energizing young voters. Ward-based councils promise a closer link to everyday services, and officials are urging first-time voters to consider how they could shape local development.
