Fiji News

Two men are charged in a forestry licensing scheme, and bail has been granted as investigators push for further disclosures. The case is a spotlight on ongoing anti-corruption efforts and the push for accountability in public service.

Rarawai Sugar Mill is on track to resume operations by the first week of December after a powerhouse fire. Investigations are underway as cane deliveries shift to Lautoka, with industry leaders weighing in on maintenance and resilience for the season ahead.

Pacific leadership marks a milestone as Dr. Paula Vivili becomes the first Tongan to lead the Pacific Community, stepping into the role of Director-General. With a strong public health background and a focus on climate resilience, her appointment signals a new chapter for regional collaboration.

Germany is widening its Pacific footprint, deepening ties with Fiji and other island nations as it marks a milestone in reunification. A new era of collaboration is emerging—covering climate resilience, sustainable development, and vibrant people-to-people and cultural exchange programs.

Fiji’s U-15s burst onto the scene in a high-scoring start to a regional youth exchange, signaling a bright future for the squad. The program blends on-field skill with cross-cultural football, setting the stage for Fiji’s next generation of talents.

As Diwali approaches, new market checks reveal worrying gaps in health and safety compliance across retailers. Expired items, tampered dates, and misleading promos have prompted heightened oversight to protect shoppers. Stay vigilant and inspect products carefully this festive season.

A new regional initiative aims to strengthen sexual and reproductive health and rights for women and girls across the Pacific. Built on expanding access, education, and empowerment, it signals a bold step toward healthier communities and greater gender equality.

Two national teams collide in the second Cakobau Bowl as the Fiji Police Force squares off against the Fiji Corrections Service at Albert Park. With Corrections celebrating 150 years and both camps eager to prove themselves, expect a high-stakes display of discipline, pride, and rivalry this month.

India tightens the screws on its pharmaceutical sector, rejecting further extensions for facility upgrades amid public concern over a deadly cough syrup episode. A decisive push for tougher safety rules and renewed trust could reshape the industry’s future—and India’s standing in global health.

Fiji faces a looming farming crisis as the next generation is slow to see agriculture as a viable career. A bold push combines youth training with climate-smart farming to reshape perceptions and strengthen local food security. Could renewed investment and fresh opportunities revive rural livelihoods and Fiji’s food future?

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro steps in as Fiji National University faces governance questions, urging stable leadership and quicker resolution of staff grievances. The move signals a push for transparency and clearer disciplinary processes that could reshape campus governance and the student experience.

Communities along Fiji’s Nasivi River are poised for a major safety upgrade as a new embankment project moves ahead in 2026. With riverbank stabilization and broader drainage improvements in the works, the plan aims to shield homes and livelihoods from flood risks and erosion.

Michelle Obama turns fashion into conversation with a six-part IMO companion series, paired with a forthcoming book that traces her style journey from the White House to today. With influential voices and insiders sharing candid insights, the project promises stories about self-expression, identity, and the power of personal choices in fashion—unfolding this November.

Zelenskiy hints that breakthroughs in Middle East diplomacy could help push toward ending Ukraine’s war, ahead of a high-stakes meeting with Donald Trump. He signals renewed international pressure on Moscow and new defense talks—including air‑defense upgrades to shield critical energy infrastructure—on the agenda.

Global football fans are buzzing as tickets fly for a historic 2026 World Cup. With 48 teams and a festival spanning North American venues, the countdown to kickoff is shaping up to be unforgettable.

Rural Fiji faces a critical push to prioritize women’s health, championing regular checkups and early cancer screening. With access hurdles still real, new community-driven steps aim to bring care closer and reinforce family resilience.

Zeenat Aman’s decades-long film journey reaches a poignant milestone with a Lifetime Achievement award. Her intimate reflections—honoring family, resilience, and a career that has shaped cinema—promise a revealing glimpse into a life in the spotlight.

Fiji is stepping up its public health game with a new wave of WASH supplies aimed at lifting hygiene standards from main hospitals to remote clinics. The collaboration targets critical gaps in water quality and waste management, joining forces to curb antimicrobial risks and fortify resilience against climate-related health challenges. It signals a hopeful shift…

Fiji is at a crossroads as climate pressures and rising prices tighten access to affordable, healthy food. A new, cross-ministry push and a shift toward local farming are shaping a hopeful, homegrown response to food security and nutrition—hinting at changes that could redefine everyday meals.

Tailevu Naitasiri’s Abhishek Deo bursts onto IDC 2025 with a six-goal masterclass as the opening day heats up. Explosive scoring and tight clashes set the stage for a Day Two packed with high-stakes matchups and rising futsal momentum.

Diwali’s glow this year goes beyond lights and sweets—it’s a call to include the elderly and people with disabilities in every moment of celebration. Leaders emphasize shared joy, unity, and renewed kindness that can last well beyond the festival.