Business

Ministry of Employment confronts soaring labor rights violations

The Ministry of Employment has received a total of 1,090 complaints related to labor violations, highlighting the need for strict adherence to labor laws in various sectors.

November 3, 2023 6:54 am
 

Business

Fiji's PALM workers attract interest for visa upgrades

Some employers under the Pacific Labor Mobility Scheme are expressing their desire to retain Fijian workers.

November 3, 2023 6:46 am
 

Business

ANZ Economist highlights Fiji's medicinal cannabis opportunity

ANZ International Economist Kishti Sen says with all-year rainfall in some parts of Fiji, it has an ideal climate to naturally grow medicinal cannabis plants in the cooler regions of the two main islands and some of its outer islands mainly Kadavu.

November 3, 2023 6:31 am
 

Education

Public voices essential for Higher Education transformation

The External Review Committee for Fiji’s Universities will gather public views on how to move the higher education sector forward.

November 3, 2023 6:23 am
 

Lifestyle

Broken promises leave residents in the dark

A multimillion-dollar reservoir that was built to provide a reliable supply of treated and clean water stands idle in the outskirts of Labasa Town.

November 3, 2023 6:18 am
 

Education

Over 5,000 applicants seek help from FENC Fiji

The Foundation for the Education of Needy Children in Fiji has been inundated with an overwhelming response, receiving more than 5,000 applications for their back-to-school assistance program.

November 3, 2023 6:03 am
 

Business

Cane farmers delighted with $6.12 tonne final payment

Sugar Cane Growers Council Chief Executive Vimal Dutt expresses farmers’ appreciation of the 2022 final cane payment.

November 3, 2023 5:50 am
 

Business

RBF Governor assures strong financial stability in Fiji

In its 2023 Financial Stability Review, the Reserve Bank of Fiji highlights the strength of the Fijian financial system in the face of global challenges.

November 2, 2023 4:58 pm
 

Business

Fiji's tourism-fuelled 2023 economic rebound: ANZ Research

Fiji is backing up its strong economic rebound of last year with another solid performance in 2023 says ANZ’s International Economist Kishti Sen.

November 2, 2023 4:41 pm
 

Education

Universities to undergo external review

In an ever-evolving education landscape, it is imperative that we periodically assess the performance and standards of our universities.

November 2, 2023 4:34 pm
 

Crime

Disturbing sexual offences statistics released

A disconcerting surge in sexual offense charges last month highlighted by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution has raises concerns in the community as reports indicate 22 individuals facing a total of 56 counts related to sexual crimes.

November 2, 2023 4:25 pm
 

Crime

Cybercriminals getting sophisticated

Fortinet, a prominent global security operations company, highlights the escalating sophistication of cybercriminals and the expanding scope of their potential operations.

November 2, 2023 4:18 pm

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