RBF flags surge in consumer complaints, banks account for 93%

The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) has reported a sharp rise in financial consumer complaints for the second quarter of 2025. In its latest Complaints Management Bulletin, the RBF revealed that 1,657 complaints were received by Licensed Financial...

Standing Committee seeks clarity on demolition decision

File Photo Standing Committee on Social Affairs member Parveen Bala is calling on FNU to provide a formal report from the Ministry of Infrastructure to justify the recommendation for demolition of the incomplete Naiyaca campus in Labasa.. The...

OPINION | Banks’ noose around the vanua’s neck

Finance isn’t just money — it’s raw power, wielded by banks as unyielding enforcers. From colonial plunder of Fiji’s abundant resources to the US dollar’s waning dominance amid BRICS’ assertive realignments, global finance has long decided who...

The National Anti-Money Laundering Council of Fiji has reaffirmed that VASPs are prohibited in the country

The National Anti-Money Laundering Council of Fiji has once again reaffirmed the prohibition on Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). In its statement, the body cited several reasons, highlighting serious national security and financial...

I don’t want to do anything fancy: Fijian Drua player Masi

Olympic gold medalist and 7s World Cup winner Iosefo Masi says he does not want to do anything fancy in his pursuit to don the Flying Fijians jumper at the Rugby World Cup in France. The 25-year-old Taveuni native who was the Fijian Drua’s top...

OPINION | Fiji opens new chapter in Jerusalem

FIJI has officially opened a new embassy in Jerusalem, and today, we examine this move not from the lens of politics, but from the potential opportunities this will open up for Fijians. While, naturally, there has been some criticism, this step...

Tavua residents call for assistance in health, sugar industry and infrastructure

People of Balata College and Nadalei Village in Tavua are calling for assistance including health sector, sugar industry and infrastructure during the community engagement with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman...

Global superstar: Fiji Airways named airline of the year and one of the top 10 in the world

Fiji Airways has achieved a historic milestone, by winning the APEX World Class Airline for 2026 Award, a major recognition in global aviation that places the airline among the Top 10 Airlines in the World. It is the smallest airline by fleet size...

OPINION | Global democracy – backsliding Fiji shows the power of renewal

BY KANBAR HOSSEIN-BOR – British High Commissioner to Fiji This week marked the International Day of Democracy, a day we observe globally, but too often take for granted. Democracy is under serious assault worldwide. According to the Global State...

Sugar industry remains on track

Acting Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad has dismissed concerns about the future of the sugar industry following the recent fire at the Rarawai mill in Ba, making it clear that the sector remains strong and fully supported by the government....

OPINION | Gen Z and OHS in Fiji

Setting the Scene: Bula Vibes, hard hats, and hashtags In Fiji’s ever-sunny “Bula Vibes” workplaces, Gen Z is arriving armed with smartphones, hashtags, and a remarkable ability to multitask between TikTok dances and forklift manuals. Employers...

Hawaiʻi declared “Fiji Day” to honour reggae legend

THE Pacific continues to remain the only region in the world where all four major tuna stocks—skipjack, yellowfin, bigeye, and albacore—are biologically healthy. And Forum Fisheries Agency Director General, Noan Pakop, has pointed to strong...

DNA from Old Ants Reveals a Hidden Insect Apocalypse in Fiji

From pollinating flowers to enabling decomposition and supporting nutrient cycles, insects' abundance and biodiversity are critical for maintaining healthy ecosystems. However, recent studies showing population declines have raised alarm about how...

Gavoka pushes for stronger links between agriculture and tourism

[Source: Fiji Government/Facebook] Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka says closer collaboration between Fiji’s agriculture and tourism sectors is vital for resilience and for delivering authentic...

UB40 set to tour Fiji

NADI’s economic gain is set to further increase from next year’s UB40 Concert, says Nadi Chamber of Commerce and Industry interim president Lawrence Kumar. “With the Homecoming Festival, we saw a huge boost to our economy and obviously this had a...

Nasova’s journey to the FIJI Water Flying Fijian

FIJI Water Flying Fijians winger Joji Nasova. [Image: Fiji Rugby] FIJI Water Flying Fijians winger Joji Nasova’s path to donning the white jersey is a story of hard-work, sacrifice and self-belief. After losing his mother, Nasova put his rugby...

Cryptocurrency ban proposed to safeguard Fiji’s economy

[File Photo] The National Anti-Money Laundering Council is backing a nationwide ban on virtual asset service providers, warning that cryptocurrencies pose a serious risk to Fiji’s financial system and national security. Council Chair Selina...

ENVIRONMENT | Getting dirty to save the future

BEING a large ocean state, Fiji needs to safeguard the health of its coastal ecosystem. A way it can support its costal ecosystem is by planting more mangroves. Mangrove is known to act as a natural barrier against coastal erosion, strong waves...

Key appointments: Pier One Sydney Harbour, Crowne Plaza Fiji, Tourism Fiji

Pier One Sydney Harbour announces finance and HR appointments Pier One Sydney Harbour Marriott Autograph Collection has announced two appointments across finance and human resources. Isabel Passicot has been promoted to Multi-Property Director of...

Tourism Fiji appoints Dr Paresh Pant as new CEO

The Tourism Fiji Board has appointed Dr Paresh Pant as its new Chief Executive Officer following a global recruitment process, marking a significant leadership transition for the national tourism body. Dr Pant, who officially assumes office in...