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Cervical cancer screening in Fiji has hit a snag as key pathology equipment breaks down, halting Pap smear testing and risking delays in early detection. Private labs offer testing but at a price many can’t afford, even as a new mammogram machine brings a glimmer of hope and a call for broader, free screening and…

Fraud allegations put a Back-to-School Assistance program under scrutiny as investigations unfold and oversight tightens. With January 2026 disbursements on the horizon, officials stress accountability and new helplines to safeguard funds for families in genuine need.

With Sukuna Bowl just days away, Fiji’s military football team is ramping up training as fans rally behind them. Coach Penaia Latianara hints the squad will soon be fully assembled, as a week-long, multi-sport clash promises unity, grit, and high anticipation.

Fiji’s rugby landscape is being reshaped by a powerful club-to-country partnership. Drua graduates are edging into the Flying Fijians’ lineup, boosting depth and performance on the world stage. The future of Fiji Rugby looks brighter than ever as this pathway strengthens from domestic ranks to international glory.

An ambitious survey around Naigani Island signals Fiji’s ongoing push to balance healthy oceans with thriving coastal communities. Blending scientific monitoring with local insights, the study hints at policy advances that could strengthen conservation and livelihoods without compromising the ecosystem.

Braelynn Yee, a rising Fijian athlete and scholar, earns a prestigious international internship that blends elite sport with hands-on business experience—while continuing her degree. Her story embodies discipline, balance, and ambition, signaling exciting new horizons for student-athletes pursuing excellence.

Fiji is tightening protections for foreign workers, boosting contract verification and border checks while inviting communities to help spot and report abuse. A cross‑agency push aims to close loopholes, strengthen enforcement, and ensure safer, fairer conditions for migrant laborers.

Ciji’s cemetery space is reaching its limit as authorities rethink burial practices in urban areas. A shift toward new sites and greater use of cremation signals a challenging but transformative approach, supported by communities stepping in to ensure dignified rites. Updates to long-standing burial laws hint at deeper changes shaping how final ceremonies are handled…

Ba-based businesses rally around a unified stance against the Employment Relations (Amendment) Bill 2025, warning that the proposed reforms could push up costs and stifle growth. Critics argue that harsher penalties and expanded inspector powers may worsen Fiji’s skills shortages, challenging a balance that protects workers while sustaining the economy.

New labor reforms in Fiji aim to tighten penalties for wage abuses and speed up enforcement. Debates center on empowering inspectors, expanding the wage-dispute tribunal, and phasing out short-term contracts to foster fairer, more accountable workplaces. As discussions continue, stakeholders hope these changes will provide a steadier economic future for all workers.