Concerns have been raised over a provision in the proposed Constitution Amendment Bill that could trigger a constitutional crisis if the new Constitution comes into force during a critical period in December.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has admitted the committee has had limited time to prepare for public consultations on the Constitution Amendment Bill.

Political parties have raised concerns over the tight timeframe for the proposed constitutional referendum.

Dry weather conditions are taking a heavy toll on farmers in the Western Division.

Sawani High Scool made history today by becoming the first rural school in the country to host the launch of Global Handwashing Day.

Fiji is working with regional partners to strengthen the responsible use of artificial intelligence amid growing concerns over transparency, accountability, security and public trust.

Fiji is looking to expand export opportunities for local businesses and strengthen access to international markets through closer trade and investment cooperation with New Zealand.

Fiji’s pineapple production has increased by 45.5 percent over the past two years, but exports remain significantly low, prompting Government to develop a national branding strategy to boost overseas sales.

Calls are mounting for a six-month extension of public consultations on the Constitution Amendment Bill and a clear timetable for outstanding governance legislation.

The Fiji Women’s Rights Movement is calling for stronger safeguards against the abuse of State power and a review of constitutional immunity provisions in the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026.

Proposed fines under the Yaqona (Kava) Bill 2026 should be based on the scale of farming operations, with separate penalties for subsistence farmers and commercial operators.

The Suva High Court will hear fresh challenges to FICAC’s prosecutorial powers next Friday.