Fiji’s economic growth to moderate post-rebound

Fiji’s economic growth is expected to moderate over the medium term following a strong post-pandemic rebound. Westpac’s Fiji Economic Update and Outlook reflects more of a balanced assessment of both upside and downside risks, with forecasts now...

PNG Kumuls crush Fiji to clinch third straight Pacific Bowl title

The Papua New Guinea Kumuls have claimed their third consecutive Pacific Bowl title. File photo. Photo: Supplied / PNG Kumuls Media Papua New Guinea (PNG) Kumuls have claimed their third consecutive Pacific Bowl title, defeating the Fiji Bati...

England boss Borthwick hints at unleashing 'project' against Fiji

Highlights: England thump Australia to start Quilter Nations Series in style Video credit: TNT Sports England head coach Steve Borthwick hinted at unleashing one of his "projects" against Fiji next Saturday, after his side got their Quilter...

DISCOVERING FIJI | Mataiwelagi: The link between Matuku and Bau

Embroidered into the tapestry of Fiji’s chiefly history lies a story seldom told, one that links the remote island of Matuku in the Yasayasa Moala group to the rise of Ratu Seru Cakobau, the man who would one day unite Fiji under one rule. The...

Drug cartels infiltrate licit businesses across Fiji and the Pacific

[File Photo] The organized criminal syndicates and drug cartels are already exploring different vulnerabilities that can be used as transit points to transport drugs. UNODC Pacific Head of Office Marie Cauchois Pegie says Fiji and other nations...

Fiji cuts team size to COP30

Only one-third of Fiji’s delegation to the upcoming COP30 United Nations Climate Change Conference will consist of government representatives. This was confirmed by Environment and Climate Change permanent secretary Dr Sivendra Michael, who said...

Rising cases of influenza reported across Fiji

An increase in influenza-like illnesses (ILI) has been reported across all four divisions. The Ministry of Health says the rise is consistent with Fiji’s usual flu season, which typically occurs during the cooler and wetter months. The Ministry...

How to watch Papua New Guinea vs Fiji: Live streams as Kumuls face Bati in Pacific Championships

The Kumuls face the Bati for victory in the Pacific Bowl in the rugby league Pacific Championships You can watch Papua New Guinea vs Fiji today as the two side’s face off for victory in the Pacific Bowl in Rugby League’s Pacific Championships,...

India sends ARV drugs to Fiji to support its public health programme

India has dispatched a shipment of Anti-Retro Viral (ARV) drugs to Fiji, reinforcing its commitment to health partnerships with the Global South. The move is part of a broader strengthening of bilateral ties in health, education, and development....

Fiji Hardwood appoints first local CEO, first woman chair

Vuloaloa Dranibaka [left] and Faranisese Tatila Gavidi [Photos: Supplied] Fiji Hardwood Corporation Limited has reached a major milestone with the appointment of its first-ever local Chief Executive Officer, Semi Vuloaloa Dranibaka. This is a big...

The Great GMAIL COUP: NFP SAVES FIJI FROM ONE WOMAN WITH WIFI

THE GREAT GMAIL COUP: NFP SAVES FIJI FROM ONE WOMAN WITH WIFI So, apparently, Fiji was this close to collapsing into anarchy because an Australian-Fijian woman sent an email to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka. Yes, dear reader, the Republic...

Fiji – Germany reaffirm partnership on climate and development

[Source: Fiji Government/Facebook] FIJI and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation on climate change, ocean governance, sustainable development, and regional security. This comes after a meeting with Assistant Minister...

Fiji strengthens immunization efforts to eliminate more diseases

The Health Ministry will continue to strengthen its immunization efforts and programs in an effort to eliminate other diseases affecting the population. Minister Dr. Atonio Lalabalavu says this includes improving access to vaccines and ensuring...

Committed to health partnership with Global South, India sends ARV drugs to Fiji

Committed to health partnership with Global South, India sends ARV drugs to Fiji (Image courtesy: X/@MEAIndia) New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Reaffirming its commitment to the Global South health partnership, India on Saturday delivered a consignment of...

OPINION | Reclaiming Fiji: Beyond remittances and rhetoric

Are we exporting our future? It’s the question echoing through Fiji’s living rooms, bus stands, and Facebook pages: Are we exporting our future? Every time I call my family and friends, the same topic comes up. Someone’s son has left for Brisbane....

India sends lifesaving HIV drugs to support Fiji’s health response

India has dispatched a consignment of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs to Fiji to bolster the country’s public health response to its rapidly growing HIV epidemic. India’s Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the shipment...

OPINION | Fiji’s fake PhD problem

We are quite familiar with fake news because of misinformation being spread through social media. Fake news gained popularity in the world during the COVID-19 pandemic and has continued to be part of our lives. But would you think people could...

Fiji secures USD$27M from the Climate Investment Fund to support Nature, People and Climate investment plan

Fiji secures USD$27M from the Climate Investment Fund to support Nature, People and Climate investment plan Fiji secured USD$27 million last week from the Climate Investment Fund (CIF) to support our Nature, People and Climate (NPC) investment...

Fiji Police Constabulary band woos crowd

Halftime, entertainment of the Fijian Constabulary band stole the show as they strutted their stuff during half-time entertainment of the PNG Kumuls and Fiji Bati match. The PNG Royal Constabulary band led the way to what became PNG theamed set by...

PNG secure three-peat as Fiji's skipper suffers nasty head knock

The PNG Kumuls have claimed the Pacific Bowl title for the third straight year, leaving the Fiji Bati stunned with a remarkable 50-18 win in Port Moresby. Local supporters could not be missed during Saturday afternoon's clash, with the noise that...