News

Ministry re-looks at bus fares for persons with disability

There are ongoing discussions about converting bus fare top-ups into cash for individuals with disabilities.

January 11, 2024 4:33 pm
 

Education

UniFiji journalism program developed for mainstream

The University of Fiji has today officially inaugurated its Journalism and Media Studies program facility at the Samabula campus.

January 11, 2024 4:15 pm
 

News

SOP hinders relocation

The Fiji Council of Social Services has shed light on the significant hindrances posed by the government’s standard operating procedures to the development and relocation efforts in vulnerable communities.

January 11, 2024 4:05 pm
 

News

Field 4 residents concerned with police response

Residents of Field 4 in Lautoka have expressed dissatisfaction with the inadequate response from the police.

January 11, 2024 3:30 pm
 

Fire

Several homeless following separate fire incidences

The National Fire Authority recorded three residential fire incidents within ten days, where the structures sustained more than 90 per cent of the damage.

January 11, 2024 2:38 pm
 

News

Improved water supply for Momi Villagers

Villagers of Momi in Nadi now have access to clean and improved water supply, following the commissioning of their new water main extension project.

January 11, 2024 2:26 pm
 

News

Protocols must be met for heritage site development

ITaukei Affairs Minister, Ifereimi Vasu, says people need to understand that Levuka is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site and any developments or rehabilitation will need to follow the process as outlined in the World Heritage Convention.

January 11, 2024 2:15 pm
 

Health

One in ten children diagnosed with vision issues

The Pacific Eye Institute has identified a concerning trend, as one in every ten children is diagnosed with a refractive error, resulting in blurred vision.

January 11, 2024 12:59 pm
 

News

FICAC grapples with personnel challenges

The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption is facing challenges due to a shortage of personnel with specific skill sets, which impedes their efforts to address corruption-related offences.

January 11, 2024 12:40 pm
 

News

FCS on high alert as contraband escapes detection methods

The Fiji Corrections Service is still facing challenges as contrabands continue to enter the correctional facilities.

January 11, 2024 12:39 pm
 

News

$25 limit to curb bus fare abuse

In light of instances of Bus Fare Subsidy abuse and the accumulation of funds in recipient’s accounts, the Ministry of Social Protection has implemented a user-based system.

January 11, 2024 12:20 pm
 

News

TSLS increases engagement through social media

The Tertiary Scholarship and Loans Service extensively utilizes social media to raise awareness about scholarship schemes and keep students updated on their queries.

January 11, 2024 12:10 pm

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