An emboldened Solomon Islands opposition is demanding parliament be recalled as it looks for a chance to oust Jeremiah Manele’s government.

ANZ Senior Pacific Economist Dr Kishti Sen says during supply shocks, such as in 2022, it takes a while before initial crude oil price increases are reflected in the cost of petroleum products imported into the country.

Concerns over perceived favoritism and ethnicity-based appointments in the civil service have been brought to the forefront.

The Education Commission has called for stronger safeguards in the Education Bill to address sexual misconduct allegations involving teachers.

The Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs has clarified that all faith-based organisations are eligible to apply for grants, not just selected religious groups.

Despite persistent gaps in infrastructure, Fiji is making progress in waste management.

More than 200 recipients in the Northern Division have received grants from the Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs, accounting for 40 percent of the total national allocation.

Four accused persons in the three billion dollar Vatia drug bust case have been granted immunity, while charges against one accused have been withdrawn and another has been released on bail.

The Vodafone ATH Foundation is investing $2,500 in the Western Charity Alliance.

ANZ Senior Pacific Economist Dr Kishti Sen, in his latest forecast, has stated the prices for unleaded petrol in urban areas – the benchmark motor spirit prices – will likely rise by seven cents per litre on April 1st.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka emphasized that effective communication is vital to government success and public trust during the inaugural Fiji Government Communications Conference this morning.

Efforts to reform and strengthen the civil service are being challenged by staffing shortages and a lack of qualified applicants, despite major investments in workforce development.