Fiji is stepping up efforts to reduce its reliance on imported agricultural products, with the government investing in better market access to help local farmers increase sales and boost domestic production.

A youth-elder buddy system, where young people regularly visit and support older persons, has been proposed to strengthen elderly care in communities.

Fiji is taking steps to protect its most important natural resource, water, with the Government launching the National Water Resources Management and Sanitation Policy and the Fiji Integrated Water Resources Management Plan to strengthen the management and protection of the country’s freshwater resources.

Ship health checks are under scrutiny as concerns grow over hygiene standards onboard vessels.

A fire has destroyed a vacant farmhouse at Bilolo in Ba, with the National Fire Authority investigating the cause.

Discarded plastic bottles and aluminium cans are being turned into income opportunities for communities through the Return & Earn Fiji recycling program.

Failure to prepare for old age is becoming a growing concern.

Tower Insurance has officially launched Fiji’s first climate risk parametric insurance product for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs),

The Health Ministry wants more powers to inspect ships, test onboard water and take action against vessels that fail to meet hygiene standards.

Former Finance Minister and National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad says the Coalition Government’s investment drive is creating jobs, boosting business confidence and supporting long-term economic growth.

A woman charged under the Online Safety Act for allegedly making derogatory Facebook posts will be sentenced next month.

A new set of rules to handle election-related complaints and disputes is expected to be gazetted tomorrow as Fiji prepares for the General Election.