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A generous donation is set to transform learning across Fiji, arming schools with 50 laptops to boost ICT access—especially in remote and maritime communities. The move spotlights coding, creativity, and collaboration as essential skills for a fast-changing world. As classrooms begin to weave in these digital tools, the future of education looks more connected and…

Fiji sits at a crossroads where pride, governance, and the lure of foreign leadership collide. This piece explores how a colonial legacy shadows today’s appointment choices and what true empowerment of local talent could mean for the nation’s future.

Tourism Fiji reveals a bold leadership reshaping the archipelago’s travel scene. A new chair and CEO signal a move toward inclusive growth, sustainable practices, and a spotlight on Fiji’s lesser-known gems. With a focus on local talent and community benefits, the island nation’s tourism future looks brighter than ever.

Tailevu’s council is asking communities to extend a real second chance to men returning from prison. With ongoing visits, local support, and small-business opportunities, the path to reintegration offers hope for transformed lives and stronger neighborhoods.

Fiji steps into the climate spotlight with an ocean-first plan, linking reef and mangrove protection to national resilience—and rallying young voices to power a sustainable future ahead of COP30.

Climate change is heightening health risks across the Pacific, prompting a bold push to detect threats faster. Fiji unveils a new Food and Leptospirosis Laboratory, a key step in strengthening testing for food, water, and disease surveillance with regional partners. This development signals a growing commitment to resilient health systems and proactive outbreak response in…

Fiji tightens oversight of visiting yachts as authorities crack down on improper use of temporary import concessions. With new enforcement measures in place, any unauthorized commercial activity in Fiji waters could lead to stiff penalties, signaling a major shift for marine tourism operators.

Fiji flags a growing threat along a new maritime route used by drug networks, prompting officials to call for heightened community vigilance. With border tracking gaps and notable seizures, locals are urged to stay alert to keep Fiji’s waters safe.

Fiji’s Great Council of Chiefs faces a pivotal November meeting, where a potential delegation to London will be weighed once a formal written invitation arrives. Leaders stress that discussions have been informal so far and no steps can be taken without official notification. The move hints at shifting ties with the British monarchy and ongoing…

An historic pre-season clash in Fiji pits the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua against a Provincial Select XV built from Fiji’s top homegrown talent. Set at Churchill Park in Lautoka, it marks a bold step to deepen ties with local rugby communities and nurture pathways ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

Two rugby powerhouses collide in a nail-biting Skipper Cup Final, where momentum swings and nerves are laid bare from the first whistle to the last. A high-octane thriller with big moments and a late push, it promises an electrifying season ahead in Fiji’s rugby world.

An eligibility twist adds a new edge to the Skipper Cup final as Malolo gears up for a historic clash with Naitasiri at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. A former Fiji 7s star sits at the center of the drama, signaling a milestone showdown that could reshape the comeback story in Fiji rugby.

Prince Andrew’s life is being redefined as King Charles reshapes royal duties to protect the monarchy’s image. A move away from the spotlight signals a new chapter amid ongoing scrutiny—raising questions about accountability, trust, and what the Crown might look like next.

Malolo Rugby Club seals a historic Skipper Cup triumph in a final defined by grit and a fearless second-half surge. A milestone moment that marks the dawn of a new era for the club and its loyal supporters.

Fiji’s drug crisis is shifting from a local issue to a regional security challenge, fueled by new ties between local groups and international cartels. Deportees are shaping a broader meth network, with violence and crime spreading across the islands. As investigators scramble to keep up, communities brace for the far-reaching impact of these growing syndicates.

Fiji’s Great Council of Chiefs stands at a pivotal moment as Rabuka clarifies a swirl of speculation about a potential meeting with King Charles III. With the GCC set to meet on November 25, officials say no formal invitation has been received, signaling a careful, diplomatic path ahead.

A Pacific island is rolling out a bold new plan to power communities with clean energy and disaster-ready infrastructure. The initiative centers on a new evacuation center and an upgraded solar mini-grid, delivering safer, more affordable power and new opportunities for residents.

Fiji is rethinking leadership as conversations on gender balance in diplomacy and politics intensify. An open ambassador call produced no female applicants, prompting renewed calls from the GCC for stronger women’s representation and talks of quotas. The discussion signals a broader push for inclusive governance on the world stage.