youth
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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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Fiji TRC Calls on Youth to Drive Reconciliation Through National Electoral Re-entry Contest
Young voices take the lead in Fiji’s move toward inclusive reconciliation. A new youth-focused push blends dialogue with practical civic opportunities, signaling a bold shift in how communities build national unity.
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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.
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UNICEF Fiji focuses on family reconnection to curb youth drug use in new four-year plan
Family reconnection—not punishment—drives Fiji’s new four-year push to keep youth away from drugs, prioritizing safe paths home and child-friendly support. With rising risks like needle-sharing and HIV, the plan centers on prevention, education, and stronger community ties.