The Government is prepared to reprioritise funding and redirect resources towards drought response, water security and assistance programmes as El Niño conditions continue to intensify.

Fiji is calling for reforms to global climate financing arrangements, urging developed nations and international institutions to provide grants rather than loans to countries bearing the brunt of climate change.

An assessment is underway to determine whether current El Niño conditions warrant the declaration of a national emergency, according to Minister for Public Works Ro Filipe Tuisawau.

The Northern Division is being urged to strengthen its preparedness for climate-related disasters, as Fiji continues to experience the impacts of the current El Niño event.

An elderly woman living at a bus stop in Nakasi has disputed claims by the Ministry of Social Protection that she and her son have received support from welfare authorities.

The Methodist Church in Fiji has raised concerns about the Diwali incident involving some iTaukei youths who allegedly disturbed the Indo-Fijian community during the festival of lights.

Efforts by businesses to make their operations more environmentally sustainable will be recognized at this year’s 27th Fiji Business Excellence Awards.

Digicel Fiji and the Water Authority of Fiji have enhanced their bill payment integration on the MyCash app, allowing customer payments to reflect within minutes.

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions filed seven indictments with a total of 19 counts of sexual offences in the High Court last month.

Those affected by prolonged dry spells caused by El Niño will soon receive assistance, following the official launch of the Ministry of Agriculture, Waterways and Sugar Industry’s response initiative this afternoon.

The National Fire Authority responded to 1,233 bushfires between August and October, prompting a stern warning against uncontrolled burning.

The Government is exploring alternative road connections across greater Suva to reduce reliance on a single transport corridor and build a more resilient transport network.