Fiji’s public debt is projected to rise to $12.6 billion by July 2027, according to figures released in Parliament by Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel.

People holding dual citizenship can legally operate taxi businesses in Fiji, provided they meet the country’s citizenship and residency requirements.

Fiji could become a regional fuel storage hub for smaller Pacific Island nations under a proposal being explored by the Pacific Power Association, as rising fuel prices put pressure on the region.

Fijian households and businesses will not face the proposed electricity tariff at this stage, but pressure on power costs remains as dry weather and unstable global fuel prices continue to affect electricity generation.

Fiji’s growing tourism and construction industries are creating more job opportunities, but questions remain over whether local workers have the skills and training needed to fill these positions.

Tourism development is expanding beyond Fiji’s main tourist centres, with new resort projects planned and underway in rural and maritime communities.

The Land Transport Authority has made clear that it does not approve vehicle modifications that result in sparks, flames or fire being emitted from the exhaust system.

Fiji’s hotels and resorts are looking at ways to preserve their traditional tropical designs while reducing the cost and work involved in maintaining thatched roofs commonly known as BURE.

Residents of Somosomo Village in Taveuni are being empowered to take charge of the island’s recycling future through a new community-led waste management initiative.

The handling of a recent bullying incident at Queen Victoria School has come under scrutiny in Parliament, with concerns raised over delays in reporting the matter to the Ministry of Education.

Prolonged dry conditions associated with El Niño are posing challenges for sugarcane farmers in Labasa, with limited rainfall affecting crop growth and delaying essential farming activities, including fertiliser application.

Night water rationing between 9pm and 4am could be introduced in areas supplied by Vaturu Dam by late November if dry conditions continue under the worst-case scenario.