World Bank Vice President for East Asia and Pacific region Manuella Ferro says they will focus on addressing the current public health emergency in Fiji with greater investments, nationwide awareness and response.

Students at the University of the South Pacific who marched yesterday to protest leadership issues are demanding for professional instructors, as they claim many courses are taught by consultants.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Co-operatives, Manoa Kamikamica, says he supports the nomination of Speaker of Parliament and Cakaudrove paramount chief Turaga Tui Cakau, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, to be the next president.

Over 25 percent of the population now resides in informal settlements, presenting significant challenges in meeting housing demands, says Minister for Local Government and Housing Maciu Nalumisa.

The Ministry of Education is aiming to produce educators with the necessary technical skills and expertise to effectively teach students in subjects vital for the future, particularly in STEM fields.

Father Law Home, located just outside Lami, is currently facing financial challenges that are impacting daily operations.

Minister for Women and Children Lynda Tabuya says while 43 percent of Fiji’s workforce has preschool-aged children, only eight percent utilise childcare services, leading many working parents to depend on family or unqualified babysitters.

Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Sakiasi Ditoka, met with officials from the Japan International Cooperation Agency in Tokyo to seek support for new initiatives under the National Disaster Risk Management Act.

The student-led march at the University of the South Pacific Laucala campus ended in front of Vice-Chancellor Professor Pal Ahluwalia’s residence this afternoon.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica, shared the outcomes of a meeting with concerned resource owners from Namosi, Sigatoka, Votua in Ba, and Navitilevu in Ra.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has emphasized critical role in mobilizing much-needed investment for Fiji and enhancing cooperation among Commonwealth member states.

As the vibrant festival of Diwali draws near, Suva is bustling with energy as families and retailers prepare for the celebrations.