News

Plans to bolster research and innovation

The government, in consultation with the private sector, will develop and implement a policy, strategy, and institutional framework for Research, Development, and Innovation to promote technology adoption.

September 19, 2024 11:40 am
 

News

PSC Chair calls for clear nursing training policies

The quality and competency of nursing in Fiji may be at risk if training institutions fail to consult closely with the Ministry of Health and Medical Services.

September 19, 2024 10:26 am
 

News

New SOP to improve Bamboo inventory

The Ministry of Forestry plans to establish a bamboo plantation to serve as a genetic pool for Fiji’s bamboo species.

September 19, 2024 10:06 am
 

Entertainment

Rape allegation during MUF under investigation

Police is investigating a report of allegation of sexual offense during the Miss Universe Fiji event.

September 19, 2024 9:50 am
 

News

Rabuka reviews inquiry into FICAC appointment

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has expressed his willingness to initiate an inquiry, stating that he is reviewing the regulations and legal framework necessary to set up such a process.

September 19, 2024 7:00 am
 

News

PAC calls out Permanent Secretaries for skipping meetings

Concerns have been raised by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts regarding the absenteeism of certain Permanent Secretaries during scheduled submissions for their respective ministries.

September 19, 2024 6:43 am
 

News

New registration for labour mobility scheme deferred

The new registration for labour mobility scheme have been deferred until next year due to significant backlog of applications says Ministry of Employment Permanent Secretary Maretino Nemani.

September 19, 2024 6:31 am
 

Education

TSLS to co-fund PhD Programs

The Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service will now share the cost of PhD programs with the University of New South Wales in Kensington, Sydney.

September 19, 2024 5:56 am
 

Court

High Court decision will not impact Hot Bread staff: Charters

Samisoni Enterprises Pte Ltd Group Managing Director Vanessa Charters is reassuring over 600 employees that the high court’s decision to deny their application to strike out their motion will have no impact on their jobs.

September 19, 2024 5:48 am
 

Crime

FCS seeks partners to address drug rehab shortfall

The Fiji Corrections Service is struggling to provide adequate treatment for drug offenders due to limited resources, according to Commissioner Dr. Jalesi Nakarawa.

September 19, 2024 5:42 am
 

News

Koya appointed as Fiji’s UAE Ambassador

President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere officiated the commissioning ceremony for Fiji’s new Ambassador Designate to the United Arab Emirates, Siddiq Faizal Riyad Koya.

September 19, 2024 5:30 am
 

News

Economic hardship hits majority of Fijians

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica has revealed that a significant portion of Fiji’s population is living in poverty.

September 18, 2024 4:34 pm

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