4+ hour, 12+ min ago   (226+ words) Private investment in renewable energy remains limited across the Pacific, despite renewable power becoming cheaper than diesel generation. A new Asian Development Bank study states that stronger policies and better planning are needed to attract investors and help Pacific countries…...

6+ hour, 23+ min ago   (186+ words) Narewa villagers fear proposed changes to police powers could undermine their culture, respect and unity. They are particularly concerned about a proposal that could allow police to enter and search homes without a warrant, and only obtain one after the…...

7+ hour, 8+ min ago   (249+ words) Female taxi operators are raising concerns over long working hours, warning that driver fatigue could put both drivers and passengers at risk. Speaking on behalf of women in the taxi industry, Salima Bi says many female drivers work late into…...

7+ hour, 7+ min ago   (280+ words) Violence against women and girls remains a serious concern across the Pacific, with regional efforts focused on strengthening prevention and support. The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre has brought together 42 participants from 12 Pacific countries for a four-week program on violence against…...

11+ hour, 31+ min ago   (226+ words) Fiji is rapidly approaching levels of HIV that could become difficult to manage unless urgent action is taken, says Fiji Medical Association President Dr Ronald Kumar. Dr Kumar issued the warning while speaking at the Fiji Medical Association’s 2026 Annual Scientific…...

13+ hour, 42+ min ago   (123+ words) The Ministry of Policing and Communications hosted the Japanese Ambassador to Fiji for a courtesy call with Minister Ioane Naivalurua. The meeting highlighted the deep and enduring Kizuna – the bond between the two countries – which has been strengthened over decades…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (173+ words) More support is needed for children leaving residential care when they turn 18, particularly young girls and those living with disabilities. Minister for Women, Children Sashi Kiran says the transition from residential care to independent living remains a major challenge. She…...

23+ hour, 18+ min ago   (141+ words) The Government has begun consulting children as it considers restricting social media use for those aged 16 and under. The consultation is looking at the risks children face online, including inappropriate content, grooming and exploitation. Minister for Information, Lynda Tabuya says,…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago   (143+ words) The Paramount Chief of the Burebasaga Confederacy, Ro Teimumu Kepa, has rejected Fiji Labour Party Leader Mahendra Chaudhry’s claim that Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka was lobbying the Great Council of Chiefs to postpone the election. Responding to the claim, Ro…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago   (132+ words) is being seen as an important step in keeping them safe online. This comes as Fiji considers restricting social media access for children aged 16 and under. Save the Children Fiji Child Protection Facilitator Ilisapeci Buinimasi says children need to understand…...