Fiji’s workforce is facing mounting pressure from mass migration, skills shortages and rising health and drug-related challenges, with the Finance Ministry warning these could undermine economic growth.

A Fijian is calling for strict limits on domestic military deployments, warning that gaps in the Constitution could allow political disputes to escalate into
military intervention.

Harshna Charan, an Assistant Professor in Environmental Science at Fiji National University, and Sulueti Savou, a Petty Officer with Fiji Hydrographic Services, are part of the research voyage aboard Australia’s flagship marine research vessel, RV Investigator.

The sugarcane harvesting season is nearing its end, with the Lautoka mill having closed and the Rarawai mill preparing to shut down, while crushing at the Labasa mill is expected to continue for another week.

Fiji’s digital expansion risks exposing businesses, government systems and essential services to cyberattacks unless security is built into the process from the outset.

The Ministry of Health is working to strengthen hospital programmes to tackle antimicrobial resistance, which occurs when medicines become less effective against infections.

Families in Lakeba, Lau, are benefiting from more reliable electricity following the completion of a solar hybrid system upgrade.

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro is warning parents and guardians that late applications for the 2027 Back-to-School Assistance will not be accepted.

A call has been made for a reserved parliamentary seat for persons with disabilities to ensure their voices are represented in national decision-making.

Tailevu is looking to turn its land and agricultural resources into sustainable income, as the province seeks to strengthen rural economies and reduce the financial pressures facing village communities.

Sugarcane farmers will now have a more convenient way to access financial assistance through their mobile phones.

The Tertiary Loans and Scholarship Loans and Services Program today launched its 2026–2031 strategic plan, officiated by the Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel.