News

Minister highlights concerns over slow loan drawdown

Tourism Minister Viliame Gavoka has drawn attention to a notable concern flagged by the Reserve Bank of Fiji revealing that despite local banks approving loans, the drawdown of funds has been slow.

February 5, 2024 6:45 am
 

News

TLTB to establish Land Development Company

The Itaukei Land Trust Board is in the process of establishing a Land Development Company, with plans for it to be operational within the next three years.

February 5, 2024 6:40 am
 

News

Pacific leaders supports EU’s agreement

The recent endorsement of the Samoa agreement between the European Union (EU) and the Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACP) member states marks a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral ties.

February 5, 2024 6:39 am
 

News

Growth in Real Estate lending

Celebrating the role played by the real estate sector in Fiji’s economy, the Minister for Trade, Cooperatives and SMEs championed ongoing education and training for enhanced outcomes in the industry.

February 5, 2024 6:35 am
 

News

New Toga Bridge promises relief

The role of road infrastructure in helping propel Fiji’s economic development has been emphasized by Transport Minister Ro Filipe Tuisawau.

February 5, 2024 6:33 am
 

News

Fiji explores collaborative endeavours with China

In a recent bilateral meeting, Chairman Luo of the China Development Cooperation and Assistant Minister from the Office of the Prime Minister Sakiusa Tubuna reiterated Fiji’s keen interest in learning from China’s successful approaches to poverty alleviation and inclusive development.

February 5, 2024 6:25 am
 

News

Farmers urged to be innovative

Agriculture Minister Vatimi Rayalu calls on farmers to adopt innovation and remain responsive to market demands.

February 5, 2024 6:12 am
 

Football

Lautoka wins CVC

Tigers Lautoka is the Pillay Garments Champion vs Champion winner following a 2-all draw with Ba at Churchill Park.

February 4, 2024 5:05 pm
 

Rugby

Women’s rugby calls for more financial backing

One of the biggest challenges faced by women’s rugby in Fiji is the financial sustainability of its competitions and national teams.

February 4, 2024 4:48 pm
 

Sports

Primary school students shine in chess

University of the South Pacific year two student Yash Krishen Maharaj and Cydel Terubea were crowned the Vodafone Fiji Nation Blitz Chess champions.

February 4, 2024 4:35 pm
 

World

Forest fires kill 51 in Chile, menace urban areas

Forest fires raging in central Chile have killed at least 51 people and the death toll is likely to keep climbing, authorities said on Saturday, as emergency services battled to snuff out flames threatening urban areas.

February 4, 2024 4:34 pm
 

Climate Change

Rabuka highlights climate crisis in the Pacific

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka while addressing the 3rd EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum noted the existential crisis faced by the Blue Pacific due to the impacts of climate change.

February 4, 2024 4:28 pm

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