A 30-year-old farmer will be produced at the Nausori Magistrates Court today charged with allegedly raping a 75-year-old woman in her home.

Proposals have been put forth to incorporate technical and vocational training in year nine with the aim of mitigating school dropouts.

A heavy rain alert is now in force for the whole of Fiji group.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka in his capacity as Minister for Public Enterprise has announced the appointment of Isoa Kaloumaira as the new Chairperson of Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Limited.

Open communication within families regarding illegal activities can help address social problems involving youths nowadays.

The Finance Ministry is planning to hire senior and well-qualified policy advisors who will play a crucial role in ensuring that budgets are properly utilized and projects are delivered in a timely manner.

The Ministry of iTaukei Affairs is raising concerns that young people in iTaukei villages are not respecting traditional leadership.

The Ministry of Sugar has rolled out the in-field drainage assistance program to address the issue of silted and blocked drainage, which led to a reduction in sugarcane yields and production.

Financial institutions in the country have been urged to explore ways to increase the availability of finance to the agriculture sector.

Fiji and the Marshall Islands are determined to advance diplomatic relations and strengthen cooperation to new levels.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka commended the United Nations Development Program for its substantial programmatic portfolio in the Pacific.

The Tourism Ministry is looking to tap deeper into the Asian market and promote Fiji as its ultimate tourist destination.