The Western Division has been highlighted as the region with the most road fatalities in Fiji over the past five years, accounting for 47% of the nationwide total of 296 deaths. This statistic was presented by Deputy Commissioner of Police Aporosa Lutunauga in Suva, referencing insights from the Fiji Road Accident Data Analysis and Trends report covering 2021 to 2025.
Following the Western Division, the Southern Division reported 23% of fatalities, while the Northern Division accounted for 16%. The Eastern Division was noted to have 11% of the deaths, and the Central Division recorded the smallest portion at just 3%.
The report identified the Nabou to Nadi back road as the most dangerous route in Fiji, responsible for 21 fatalities. Other perilous pathways include the Seaqaqa to Labasa Highway with 15 deaths, the Queens Road from Tokotoko to Korovisilou which saw 12 fatalities, and Bau Road in Nausori with six deaths.
In a more positive contrast, Edinburgh Drive in Suva stood out as the safest corridor, with only two reported fatalities, albeit recognized as a risk area within the Central Division.
These findings underscore the urgent need for focused road safety initiatives, particularly in high-risk regions, as authorities strive to reduce the alarming statistics and improve the overall safety of Fiji’s transportation network. The commitment to enhancing road safety offers hope for a future with fewer accidents and saved lives on Fiji’s roads.