Polling has started and voters will be able to get to their polling venues using free public transport that is provided by the Fijian Elections Office.

Fijians have been up and about, getting ready to cast their votes today.

Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem is encouraging Fijians to consider those who will need assistance, such as the elderly, people with disabilities, and pregnant mothers.

A few voters have already turned up at the Navua Agricultural Station in Naitonitoni to cast their vote.

It’s Election Day with 606,092 Fijians registered to cast their vote as Fiji begins its search for the next government at 7.30am.

Some employees have been threatened with termination if they choose to vote in the General Election today.

The Fijian Elections Office has a process to follow in case a discrepancy is picked up by its counting and results database.

Polling agents have been put on good behavior notice by the Fijian Elections Office, with a warning sounded out that anyone who breaks the law electoral rules will be severely dealt with.

The Multinational Observers Group is hoping that Fijians turn out to vote today as it’s an important part of any country’s democratic process.

People must take advantage of the fact that Election Day has been designated as a public holiday and cast their vote.

The largest denomination, the Methodist Church continues to raise awareness of the need to get its members to the polls today.

The 2022 General Election is critical as it will decide what kind of initiatives and care will be provided for the people in the community.