News

Girmit legacy still shapes Fiji, says academic

The legacy of Girmit continues to shape the identity and future of many Indo-Fijians, according to University of Fiji Vice-Chancellor Shaista Shameem.

May 12, 2026 6:26 am
 

Education

Island schools get skills and digital boost

Students and teachers in the Yasayasa Moala group are set to benefit from improved learning support as government efforts continue to strengthen education in maritime schools.

May 12, 2026 6:24 am
 

Climate Change

Reef funding shortfall threatens Pacific climate defence

The United Nations Development Program says Pacific Island countries are struggling to access enough funding to protect coral reefs and coastal ecosystems, despite these being key natural defences against climate change.

May 12, 2026 5:42 am
 

News

Lupus study highlights alarming trend

A new study conducted by Colonial War Memorial Hospital has revealed alarming lupus figures in Fiji, with the annual incidence rate estimated at 2.4 per 100,000 people.

May 11, 2026 5:00 pm
 

News

Four accused in seven-year-old case

Two 17-year-old boys and two 21-year-old men are facing multiple rape and sexual assault charges involving a 7-year-old boy.

May 11, 2026 4:58 pm
 

News

Court rules Rokoika’s actions remain valid despite Waqanika challenge

High Court judge Justice Siuniu Fa’alogo Bull has ruled that under the de facto officer doctrine, all official acts carried out by Rokoika while performing the functions of Acting Commissioner remain valid, including documents signed and charges filed under the Criminal Procedure Act.

May 11, 2026 4:55 pm
 

News

Unions warn of high-stakes labour bill vote

Fiji’s long-running fight over labour rights is approaching a critical stage as Parliament prepares to debate the Employment Relations Amendment Bill later this month.

May 11, 2026 4:50 pm
 

News

Rice sector steps into NCD battle

The growing number of non-communicable disease cases in Fiji, including hypertension and diabetes, can be reduced through healthier food choices and lifestyle changes.

May 11, 2026 4:45 pm
 

News

Mother and daughter share graduation moment

‘It was a fulfilling moment as 664 graduates from Fiji National University’s College of Arts, Humanities and Education received their degrees and certificates.

May 11, 2026 4:30 pm
 

News

Ministry tracks rodent virus outbreak

The Health Ministry is closely watching a Hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship currently anchored off Tenerife in Spain’s Canary Islands.

May 11, 2026 3:01 pm
 

News

Unattended stove sparks deadly house fire

The National Fire Authority has confirmed that unattended cooking was the cause of the Baulevu house fire that killed five people.

May 11, 2026 2:55 pm
 

News

High Court asked to clarify jurisdiction over cyberbullying cases

The High Court of Fiji is being asked to determine whether cyberbullying and other offences under Fiji’s Online Safety laws should be heard in the High Court or the Magistrates Court.

May 11, 2026 1:00 pm

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