News

Fire capacity is a concern: Sowane

The National Fire Authority has unveiled that the primary strategy to prevent fires in buildings exceeding eight stories is to bolster fire compliance and safety measures.

October 11, 2023 4:16 pm
 

News

Sugar city covered with smoke again from dump

Once again, the residents of Lautoka and its surrounding areas find themselves engulfed in a thick shroud of smoke emanating from the Vunato dump.

October 11, 2023 3:05 pm
 

News

Calls for multifaceted approach to education funding

Fiji was a prominent presence at a recent international education roundtable which emphasized the critical need for nations to prioritize education even amid multiple challenges.

October 11, 2023 2:55 pm
 

News

Ministry to address rising issue of informal settlements

The Housing Ministry has drawn attention to the escalating challenge posed by informal settlements within the country.

October 11, 2023 12:56 pm
 

Health

Significant advancement in the health care sector

The healthcare sector is poised for significant advancement as the Indian government plans to finance the establishment of a new hospital in the country.

October 11, 2023 12:46 pm
 

Health

Children’s mental health remains a priority

The Education Ministry is taking proactive measures to prioritize students’ mental health, prompted by reports of over 50 cases of such issues within schools.

October 11, 2023 12:34 pm
 

News

Ministry conducts inaugural urban search and rescue training

The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development has commenced the first Fiji local training on urban search and rescue.

October 11, 2023 12:26 pm
 

Health

Kiwi doctor returns to Fijian roots

Renowned New Zealand doctor Steve Waqanivavalagi is part of a dedicated team of healthcare experts in Fiji, conducting vital heart surgeries for more than 30 Fijians.

October 11, 2023 12:16 pm
 

Crime

Four suspects in custody for series of thefts and robberies

Four people are in police custody for their alleged involvement in a series of thefts of motor vehicles and aggravated robberies against taxi drivers.

October 11, 2023 11:25 am
 

News

Prasad meets IMF Director

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Biman Prasad, met Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, yesterday in Marrakech, Morocco, during the 2023 World Bank and IMF Annual Meeting.

October 11, 2023 10:22 am
 

News

Japan supports pacific digitalization for stronger borders

A delegation from the governments of Fiji, Palau, and Vanuatu is in Japan this week to further a collaborative partnership between the three countries in the areas of digitization and border management.

October 11, 2023 10:16 am
 

News

USAID and Fiji to collaborate to enhance health communication

The Cabinet has approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the United States Agency for International Development and the Ministry of Health to enhance risk communication capacity.

October 11, 2023 10:07 am

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