Fiji News

Fiji’s rugby future hinges on data-driven decisions, guiding where the Flying Fijians play and how they engage fans near and far. With smarter tours and enhanced game-day experiences on the horizon, a new era of strategic growth is taking shape.

Fiji is advancing its climate agenda with its first official climate change statistics. A two‑day workshop brings policymakers, researchers, and sector officials together to strengthen data quality through cross‑government collaboration with UN ESCAP. As climate impacts intensify, reliable data could guide smarter decisions for Fiji’s resilience and development.

Philanthropy’s latest bold move links climate action directly with public health, pledging $300 million to tackle heat, pollution, and climate-driven diseases. The effort aims to strengthen health systems and data sharing, accelerating solutions where they’re needed most.

Fiji kicks off an AI-powered credit pilot aimed at expanding finance for MSMEs, women entrepreneurs, and young innovators. By blending new data insights with responsible lending, the program teases a more inclusive path to credit.

All eyes are on Lautoka tonight as the Vodafone Sugar Festival heads into its dramatic finale and the crowning moment draws near. A week of advocacy, fashion, and community spirit—with a twist in the lineup—promises a memorable close built on unity and charity.

Fiji’s women artisans are turning passion into enterprise. Fresh from the National Women’s Expo, they’re stepping into formal business networks and a planned Women Artisans Emporium, signaling brighter futures for families and communities.

Suva Harbour will host a large-scale maritime exercise this weekend, bringing together police, emergency services, and maritime partners. Expect increased activity and traffic adjustments as responders test real-time coordination and readiness.

Rural Fiji is getting a new grocery delivery concept—Tala Leka—that aims to bring everyday essentials right to remote doorsteps. With online ordering and a dedicated rural delivery option, the initiative is set to narrow the accessibility gap and boost support for communities in Naitasiri, Tailevu, and beyond. As expansion unfolds, this collaboration hints at a…

A newly completed three-kilometre road is opening up Valevatu Settlement to better access to health facilities and local markets. The project is hailed as a catalyst for growth, boosting farming opportunities and daily life for the community.

Democratic enthusiasm appears to outpace Republicans as the 2026 congressional contest looms. With redistricting reshaping districts and key battlegrounds in play, momentum could play a pivotal role in who controls Congress.

Fiji’s school gardens are expanding, weaving hands-on farming with nutrition literacy to empower students and strengthen communities. From Navukailagi’s thriving 10-box garden to a broader rollout across 16 schools, the program is poised to cultivate resilient futures through partnership and practical learning.

Tokyo-hosted talks yield the Japan–Fiji Lomavata Kizuna Partnership, a bold push for peace, stability, and a sustainable maritime order in the Indo-Pacific. Leaders flag rising militarization and emphasize dialogue, transparency, and regional cooperation to address shared security challenges.

An evening tremor shook the northern Fiji region, rattling communities near Vanua Levu and prompting quick monitoring by seismologists. There’s no tsunami threat, but the recent jittery activity has residents on edge and focused on safety.

Kaunikuila Basketball Club prepares for its first international chapter at the Olympique De Nouméa Basketball Tournament in New Caledonia this December. Both men’s and women’s teams dive into an 18-team field, with a special exhibition against New Caledonia’s national squads signaling a bold step for Fiji basketball.

Ratu Sukuna Bowl looms as the Fiji Police boxing team tightens its training, determined to defend their title against the Army. A long-standing rivalry, disciplined prep, and a season-building push promise a gripping showdown.

Russia’s oil processing has shown surprising resilience in the face of intensified drone strikes on refineries and infrastructure. By leveraging spare capacity, the industry has cushioned the blow, revealing a nuanced picture of disruption and continued production amid ongoing conflict.

A modest driveway upgrade at Lajonia Shiv Mandir in Labasa signals Fiji’s growing focus on inclusivity and community life. The project aims to make worship and cultural events safer and easier for thousands of devotees, strengthening bonds across communities.

Fiji’s Development Bank unveils a bold push for inclusive growth, backed by digital transformation and a transparent ICT-driven platform. With renewed support for rural and women entrepreneurs, the move promises stronger communities and a more resilient economy.

Fiji’s transport authority pledges a zero-tolerance stance on corruption, unveiling reforms to boost transparency and safety. Stronger controls, enhanced training, and renewed public accountability point to a hopeful shift in the country’s transport governance.

A high-stakes court hearing next week will decide who holds the Tui Ba Nailaga title, a case that tests the balance between tradition and the formal law. As communities navigate ongoing leadership disputes, the outcome could reshape how such claims are resolved and what unity means for the iTaukei.

After the longest shutdown in U.S. history ends, the country confronts stubborn political rifts that kept the government closed. A new funding deal eases immediate pressures, but deep disagreements over power and governance linger. As lawmakers grapple with the next steps, the direction of public services and federal workers’ futures remain uncertain.