Many rural communities in Fiji still lack access to reliable electricity, clean water, sanitation and mobile connectivity.

A man was sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment for the rape of a child under 13 years.

A woman was convicted of infanticide in the Labasa High Court after causing the death of her newborn son.

Water shortages in the capital are a growing concern, and the government is acting to fix the problem through the Elevated Tamavua Areas Infrastructure Project.

Child abuse continues to be a serious issue in the Northern Division, with 543 cases reported last year alone.

Serious concerns have arisen over people who should not have access to Public Rental Board (PRB) flats occupying homes meant for low-income families.

The International Court of Justice has ruled that governments must do more to fight climate change and protect human rights, especially those of children.

Labasa residents have raised serious concerns regarding the absence of dedicated funding for the construction of the town’s main bridge and bypass road.

Delays in police response to complaints even in remote areas remain a concern.

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport will closely track rural road projects through monthly reports from key agencies like the Water Authority of Fiji and Fiji Roads Authority.

Pacific Island countries face an urgent threat of environmental collapse if decisive action is not taken now.

National Geographic’s Pristine Seas is in Fiji and it is here to do more than just explore.