News

Namosi elders call for tighter monitoring of teacher transfers

Village elders from Namosi are calling on the Ministry of Education to closely monitor how long teachers remain in rural schools, saying some are staying too long without rotation.

February 6, 2026 12:40 pm
 

Climate Change

Climate Ministry boosts access to funding for communities

The Ministry of Climate Change has updated efforts to improve access to climate finance for communities, government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector.

February 6, 2026 12:30 pm
 

News

Ministry of Agriculture engages youth to combat drug abuse

The Ministry of Agriculture is turning to agriculture as a frontline solution to rising drug use among young people, addressing the root causes of substance abuse, unemployment, and lack of purpose.

February 6, 2026 12:20 pm
 

Business

FNPF defends Westin development project

The Fiji National Provident Fund has defended the cost and progress of the Westin Denarau redevelopment, assuring members that the project remains within its approved budget.

February 6, 2026 12:17 pm
 

News

Obesity, high blood pressure raise red flags in Fiji

Nearly seven in ten Fijian adults are overweight or obese, with women disproportionately affected.

February 6, 2026 11:39 am
 

News

New Zealand marks Waitangi Day in Suva

New Zealand marked Waitangi Day in Suva today, with High Commissioner Greg Andrews reflecting on the strong partnership between New Zealand and Fiji.

February 6, 2026 11:20 am
 

News

98.5 percent of Fijians at risk of NCDs

A staggering 98.5 percent of adults aged 18 to 69 in Fiji have at least one risk factor for non-communicable diseases, and nearly half have three or more.

February 6, 2026 10:13 am
 

News

Disturbing child sex crime data revealed

Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says the latest statistics on serious sexual offences against children are deeply disturbing and demand urgent national action.

February 6, 2026 10:05 am
 

Health

Health teams ramp up dengue clean-up amid rainy weather

Health teams are carrying out a nationwide dengue clean-up campaign to prevent a possible outbreak as rainy weather continues across the country.

February 6, 2026 10:02 am
 

News

90 Fijians depart for Australia under labour scheme

Ninety Fijian workers will depart for Australia this week under the government’s labour mobility scheme, expanding overseas employment opportunities for local families.

February 6, 2026 8:00 am
 

News

CAAF still short of full staffing

The Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji is struggling to reach full staffing due to high training costs and a shortage of qualified professionals.

February 6, 2026 7:34 am
 

News

Students risk lives as RSL fails Lalakoro community

Lalakoro residents in Seaqaqa are urging authorities to intervene after a Rural Services Licence (RSL) operator left students in the area without reliable transportation.

February 6, 2026 7:31 am

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