Madagascar’s president Andry Rajoelina has fled the African nation, the head of the opposition, a military source and a foreign diplomat said, the second time that young protesters have toppled a government in just over a month of worldwide Gen Z unrest.

The Suva High Court will deliver its sentence on former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama next Wednesday, after both the defence and state filed their sentencing submissions and mitigations this morning.

The Fiji Media Association will host its “Meet the Public and the Press” Town Hall meetings in Tavua and Ba this week, giving Fijians another chance to engage directly with the nation’s leadership.

The Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption has begun implementing its new strategic plan aimed at improving internal efficiency and reducing case turnaround times.

Permanent Secretary for Climate Change, Dr. Sivendra Michael, has emphasized the importance of having concrete data and an accessible national data system.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavoka, has called for stronger regional collaboration to ensure the Pacific’s tuna resources continue to sustain island economies and future generations.

The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai, has reaffirmed Fiji’s strong commitment to global peacekeeping during an official visit to Fijian troops serving in Iraq.

Fiji’s men’s basketball team suffered a narrow 70-67 defeat to hosts Solomon Islands in their Melanesian Cup opener last night, marking a challenging start to their title defense.

The World Health Organization issued a health advisory warning about three contaminated cough syrups identified in India, urging authorities to report any detection of these medicines in their countries to the health agency.

The University of Otago in New Zealand has signed a landmark agreement with Fiji’s Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Services, opening new opportunities for Fijian students to study in fields vital to the country’s development.

Pacific youth and community practitioner Broderick Mervyn has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Patrick Gock, describing him as a man who embodied humility, service, and the true Pacific spirit.

England captain Harry Kane is fit and ready to lead the team against Latvia, manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed yesterday.