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New guidance tightens how civil servants raise concerns, detailing a strict escalation path from supervisors up to permanent secretaries. Bypassing the process could invite disciplinary action and undermine governance.

Data usage is hitting record highs as households stream across multiple devices. Vodafone says it’s upgrading 4G and expanding 5G readiness to keep speeds up with rising demand.

Amid urgent calls from Fiji’s social affairs committee, the housing crisis in informal settlements takes center stage—with a focus on affordable homes, land tenure, and a five-to-ten-year resettlement plan. Officials highlight education and awareness as key ingredients in a long-awaited shift from reactive fixes to lasting solutions.

From a traditional root to Fiji’s top export, kava’s rise is reshaping rural livelihoods and the national economy. Renewed markets, quality standards, and resilient farming communities are driving a remarkable comeback.

Fiji’s men’s sevens team rode a fierce wave of resilience to back-to-back Singapore titles, rising to the World Series summit. Captain Jerry Matana praises the players’ grit and a hard-fought comeback, even after slipping behind. Ahead lies a daunting Perth lineup, hinting at more fireworks on the horizon.

Netball Fiji rolls out a pivotal joint pre-season camp for the Fiji Pearls and the men’s team, honing conditioning, technical skill, and tactical readiness. With a demanding international calendar ahead in 2026, the squads are aligning for a landmark year of competition and growth.

Fiji unveils a sweeping plan to confront a growing drug challenge, featuring a new Counter Narcotics Bureau, modern evidence handling, and expanded access to rehabilitation. Nationwide consultations signal a major shift in enforcement, prevention, and governance.

A troubling surge in sexual offenses against children has raised urgent questions about safety, prevention, and justice. Behind the numbers are vulnerable lives and communities facing hard truths—and the steps being considered to protect them.

Fiji’s Cabinet stands behind Prime Minister Rabuka after a High Court ruling, signaling unity and a careful path forward. With potential appeals on the horizon and no talk of resignation, ministers stress the rule of law as the government steers through a pivotal moment.

Twenty new recycling bins are rolling out across Serua Province, signaling a bold step in local waste management and climate action. Launched to coincide with World Wetlands Day, the initiative brings resources to Nabukelevu and nearby communities, reinforcing environmental stewardship among students and residents.

Key officials outlined a plan to modernize policing laws and tighten drug-enforcement provisions, emphasizing stronger inter-agency collaboration. The discussions point toward a more proactive, adaptable legal framework designed to boost public safety in the face of new challenges.

Fiji steps into a new diplomatic chapter as its new Ambassador to Japan takes the Oath of Allegiance at a State House ceremony. Attended by senior officials and family members, the event signals Fiji’s renewed push to strengthen ties with Japan.