News

Pacific nations step up fight against illegal fishing

Fifteen Pacific Island nations are enhancing efforts to protect marine resources through a UK-backed training programme designed to strengthen fisheries monitoring and enforcement.

January 9, 2026 6:53 am
 

News

MoFF and JICA sign agreement to boost coastal blue economy

The Ministry of Fisheries and Forests and the Japan International Cooperation Agency have formalised their partnership with the signing of a Record of Discussions for the Coastal Blue Economy Promotion Project in the Pacific Island Countries.

January 9, 2026 6:50 am
 

News

Foul smelling drains hit Nabua businesses and market vendors

A long standing drainage and sanitation issue near the Nabua bus stop is disrupting local businesses and market vendors, with foul smells and frequent flooding affecting daily operations and health.

January 9, 2026 6:49 am
 

Sports

Matana demands standards in Fiji 7s

Fiji Airways men’s 7s captain Jeremaia Matana has delivered a blunt reminder to his squad that wearing the national jersey is a privilege, not an entitlement.

January 8, 2026 5:00 pm
 

Crime

No evidence linking bodies to missing persons or crime networks

Police investigations have not established any direct link between the rising number of missing person’s cases, recent body discoveries, and alleged criminal or drug-related activity.

January 8, 2026 5:00 pm
 

News

Lautoka businesses doubt tariff feedback will be taken seriously

Despite assurances from the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) that the nationwide public consultations on the proposed electricity tariff increase are not merely a tick-box exercise, some businesses in Lautoka remain skeptical that public feedback will be genuinely considered.

January 8, 2026 4:56 pm
 

News

Capital expenditure lags sharply in first quarter

Capital spending remains a major weak point in the Government’s first-quarter fiscal performance, with significant underspending recorded across development projects.

January 8, 2026 4:54 pm
 

News

Japan funds $12m boost for municipal waste management

Municipal councils across the country will soon have access to modern waste management equipment following a new partnership agreement with Japan.

January 8, 2026 4:52 pm
 

Entertainment

Qiri kava team brings tradition to CJ Patel Lami office

Staff at CJ Patel’s head office in Lami were welcomed with rhythm and tradition, as the Que Qiri Kava team from Qauia brought energy and cultural expression into the workplace.

January 8, 2026 4:50 pm
 

Sports

Badminton Fiji set to host AGM

Badminton Fiji will hold its 2026 Annual General Meeting later this month, bringing together administrators, officials and members to review the past year and plan for the season ahead.

January 8, 2026 4:45 pm
 

Sevens

Lawai village backs British Army 7s

The British Army side is the first overseas team to arrive for the 2026 McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s.

January 8, 2026 4:43 pm
 

Entertainment

The Masked Singer season 14 reveals: See every celebrity under the masks

A new season of The Masked Singer is now in full swing with secret celebrity singers being unveiled each week.

January 8, 2026 4:14 pm

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