News

Canada eyes stronger ties with Fiji

Canada is looking to significantly enhance trade and investment ties with Fiji in the coming months, as both countries capitalize on improved connectivity and a strengthened diplomatic presence.

January 20, 2026 8:33 am
 

Climate Change

Rising seas choke cane farms in Wailevu

Sea level rise is crippling sugarcane farming in parts of Wailevu, Macuata, where repeated saltwater intrusion is destroying crops, threatening livelihoods, and forcing families off land that once sustained generations.

January 20, 2026 8:31 am
 

News

Labasa Taxi chairman slams selective PSV drivers

Labasa Taxi Association chairman Mahendra Prasad has backed public concerns over PSV drivers refusing passengers and choosing where they want to travel, warning that such behavior is fueling the rise of illegal taxi operators in Labasa.

January 20, 2026 8:28 am
 

Crime

Naivalurua assures action in drug crackdown

The Government is escalating its response to the growing illicit drug threat, with collaboration and coordinated enforcement at the centre of a strengthened national strategy.

January 20, 2026 5:23 am
 

News

Fiji sees record visitor arrivals in 2025

Fiji recorded a new peak in annual visitor arrivals in 2025, with total numbers reaching 986,367, an increase of 0.3 percent compared to the previous year.

January 20, 2026 5:19 am
 

News

Forestry officers strengthen compliance at timber workshop

The Ministry of Forestry has reinforced its commitment to sustainable forest management following the successful completion of a Timber Production Officers Workshop held in Nasau in Nadi.

January 20, 2026 5:17 am
 

Education

Over hundred line up for back-to-school assistance

More than a 100 parents and guardians were lined up today at the Ministry of Education Office for inquiries concerning the $200 Back-To-School assistance.

January 19, 2026 4:59 pm
 

Crime

Investigate all abuse reports or face discipline warns COMPOL

Police Officers must not encourage reconciliation in domestic and sexual violence cases; all reports must be formally investigated.

January 19, 2026 4:58 pm
 

News

FWRM raises concern over draft national Referendum Bill

The Fiji Women’s Rights Movements says sections 22 and 23 of the draft National Referendum Bill 2025 effectively make it a criminal offense to persuade voters or use referendum-related materials.

January 19, 2026 4:57 pm
 

Health

Nausori cracks down on dumping

Illegal dumping and poor waste disposal continue to be a major problem in Nausori.

January 19, 2026 4:56 pm
 

Business

Diaspora forecasted to boost Fiji’s bilateral relations in North America

Fijians living in Canada are forecasted to play a growing role in expanding trade, investment and business opportunities as the establishment of a Canadian High Commission in Fiji and direct flights between the two countries strengthen bilateral ties.

January 19, 2026 4:55 pm
 

News

PRF welcomes Tabuya as Environment Minister

Pacific Recycling Foundation has welcomed Lynda Tabuya as the new Minister for Environment and Climate Change, saying her appointment provides an opportunity to strengthen inclusive and rights-based waste management.

January 19, 2026 2:56 pm

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