Nine lives lost this year, $300M price tag – urgent call to end violence against women in Fiji

In the first nine months of this year, nine women in Fiji have died as a result of intimate partner violence, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Hon. Sashi Kiran told Parliament during her ministerial statement this morning. “These...

Study finds gaps in vaccination rates among children with disabilities in Fiji

A new study conducted by the University of Sydney in collaboration with Fiji National University has revealed that just over half of children with disabilities in parts of Fiji are fully vaccinated under the National Immunisation Programme (NIP)....

Research and development of pearl products

Fiji imports approximately $8million worth of pearl handicraft items annually, aimed at the international tourist market. Minister for Fisheries and Forestry Alitia Bainivalu told Parliament yesterday that with the support of the Australian Centre...

Fijian professor joins UN mission to shape future beyond 2030 goals

Renowned Fijian academic and international scholar Professor Steven Ratuva has been appointed by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to a high-level expert group tasked with preparing the 2027 Global Sustainable Development Report...

Fiji mabe pearls now sold at Jack’s of Fiji - Bainivalu

The Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry has successfully developed the farming and sale of Mabe pearls, turning them into a luxury product sold in Jack’s of Fiji. While delivering her ministerial statement in Parliament this morning, Minister for...

Scientists return with clues to uncover what led to the ‘eruption of the century’

CSIRO A collaborative research team led by University of Tasmania scientists has returned from a major 54-day voyage on CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator to explore the impacts of the devastating 2022 eruption of Tonga’s underwater Hunga...

Newly discovered photos could shed light on fate of Amelia Earhart's plane

Amelia Earhart vanished while flying a plane on July 2, 1937(Image: SSPL via Getty Images) Newly discovered dating back to 1938 could reveal what happened to Amelia Earhart's plane - with a mysterious object on a remote island pointing to a...

Female journalists face growing online bullying in Fiji

Bullying and harassment faced by journalists, particularly female journalists has been highlighted at the Cyber Crime and Online Safety Challenges in Fiji and the Pacific conference at Suvavou House. Head of Journalism at the University of South...

Fiji joins China in celebrating 76th national day and 50 years of friendship

Tonight is a night to remember for the people of China and Chinese descendants in Fiji, as they join the people of Fiji in celebrating the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 50th anniversary of China–Fiji...

Sharks head for New Zealand to enjoy our summer: Researcher Dr Riley Elliott explains why they come

“There’s this perception that sharks are invading because there’s warmer waters, but it’s not. It’s purely a seasonal movement from deep ocean water into the coastal shallows for food and for pupping.” Shallow coastal waters are a nursery ground...

OPINION | Why we don’t trust AI, and why we should

Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t something forced on people. It’s a choice. But that choice is often clouded by fear, misinformation, and cultural resistance. I’ve seen this firsthand. AI is not a monster lurking in the shadows, nor is it a...

Feature: Fiji holds 1st drone show to celebrate 50th anniversary of formal ties with China

SUVA, Sept. 29 (Xinhua) -- A sudden downpour swept through Suva, the capital of Fiji, on Saturday night. However, the torrential rain did not dampen the enthusiasm and anticipation of the crowd gathered at Albert Park. People flocked from all...

Fiji’s rising HIV cases spark call for early education and testing

Fiji is experiencing a concerning rise in HIV cases, placing it among the countries with the highest infection rates per capita in the world. This urgent issue was highlighted on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan, where contestants of...

Over 1,800 child abuse material reports linked to Fiji yearly – Batiwale

Alarmingly, between 1,800 to 8,000 reports on child sexual abuse material linked to Fiji are flagged every year to international authorities, and to address the threats, the Online Safety Commission is reviewing the Online Safety Act to pursue a...

Torture concerns remain as Fiji scores lowest on ill-treatment in 2025 HRMI rights report

Fiji has received its lowest human rights score in the category of torture and ill-treatment, according to the 2025 Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI) report. The country scored just 5.5 out of 10 for the right to be free from torture and...

Fiji pledges to raise energy sector emissions reduction target to 36%

Fiji has announced it will raise its energy sector emissions reduction target from 30% to 36%. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka made the announcement during the UN Secretary-General’s Special High-Level Event on Climate Change, held on the sidelines...

OPINION | Domestic farm worker earnings

The Seasonal Worker Program (SWP), now under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme as its “short-term” stream, was launched in 2012 with two objectives: “to contribute to economic development in partner Pacific countries” and “to...

China, Fiji celebrate 50 years with historic drone show, cultural extravaganza

Stunning drone formations soar above Albert Park in Suva, commemorating the 50th anniversary of China-Fiji diplomatic relations, on Sept 27, 2025. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] A spectacular 600-drone light show dazzled Suva's night sky in...

DISCOVERING FIJI | Return of the Nanai, Fiji’s crown jewel of the forest

The rhythm of life in traditional Fiji has always been guided by the passage of natural events. The flowering of native trees, the arrival of certain fish in rivers and lagoons, or the movement of birds across the skies were more than seasonal...

Traditional knowledge meets tech in boost for Pacific literacy

The Pacific Community has marked International Literacy Day by urging a stronger focus on literacy across the region, combining traditional knowledge with modern digital tools. SPC’s Educational Quality and Assessment Program Curriculum and...