Twenty young entrepreneurs and youth groups from the Central and Eastern Divisions have received a major boost to grow their businesses after securing funding through the Ministry of Youth and Sports’ Youth Grant Programme.

Concerns over government borrowing have been clarified by the Finance Ministry, which says borrowing is being used mainly for infrastructure works and not recurrent expenditure.

The three patrol boats given by the Japanese Government will assist the Navy in undertaking maritime surveillance.

The Fiji Law Society wants the country to set up an independent Ombudsman’s office to help people raise complaints about unfair treatment by government agencies.

Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu has voiced strong support for Fiji’s transition to renewable energy, stressing the urgency of moving away from fossil fuels.

Prominent footballer Merill Nand’s bail ruling has been deferred until tomorrow.

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service says a valid Departure Prohibition Order was in force when a Chinese businessman under investigation for alleged $20 million tax fraud left Fiji in April.

Former Deputy Prime Minister and former Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad has defended the 2026-2027 National Budget, saying it maintains key support for Fijians despite global economic pressure.

Some people will continue to call for more assistance, while others are managing with what is already provided, says Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel.

Rising fuel costs continue to place significant pressure on Fijian families and businesses, with many households struggling to cope with the increasing cost of living.

Fiji’s three sugar mills will officially begin operations on Wednesday, marking the start of the 2026 sugar crushing season.

One of Fiji’s most politically sensitive constitutional issues has returned to the spotlight, with the Fiji Law Society calling for immunity provisions to be reviewed as part of the country’s ongoing constitutional reform process.