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Josese finds his passion
Some believe confidence can take one far in life. That is, when we’re confident, we’d more likely to move forward with dreams and opportunities — not back away from them. That is what Josese Rokotakala...
Youths urged to participate in consultations
Youth advocate Avenai Serutabua has urged youths around the country to actively participate in the ongoing local government electoral process public consultations. Mr Serutabua said these consultations served as vital opportunity for dialogue, and enabled individuals from all walks of life to contribute to the formulation of policies and strategies that would impact their local...
Back in history | Parents are first teachers
On January 18, 1990, The Fiji Times published an article by Hari Ram who was the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports permanent secretary then. In the article “Parents are first teachers”, he explains that in order to answer the question of why parents have such an important role to play, one will have to...
A day for our seniors
Each year on October 1, people across the world mark UN International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) to raise awareness of opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations, and to mobilise the wider community to address difficulties faced by older people. This year’s IDOP theme is ‘Fulfilling the promises of the universal declaration of human...
Improved labour market conditions
The Reserve Bank of Fiji recorded improvements in labour market conditions with wages paid surpassing 2019 levels – possibly because of wage bargaining amid labour migration. According to the RBF the strong growth in Job advertisements in the year to August suggests strong demand for labour. In its September Economic Review released last week the...
Various sectors contribute to group’s profits
The tourism sector of the Fijian Holdings Ltd (FHL) accounted for 29 per cent of the total group profit attributable to the substantial influx of tourists following the reopening of our borders in 2022. FHL Group chief executive officer Jaoji Koroi said the retail sector of the group also continued its growth trajectory, posting an...
Acting DPP Ratu David Toganivalu passes away aged 49
Fiji’s Acting Director of Public Prosecution and Acting Commissioner of the Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption (FICAC) Ratu David-George Leonard Toganivalu has died. Born December 27, 1973, Ratu David-George passed away peacefully at age 49 on the afternoon of Monday, October 2, 2023, at his residence in Taro, Bau, Tailevu, surrounded by his family. A...
37 per cent revenue growth
Fijian Holdings Ltd (FHL) Group recorded a growth of 37 per cent in revenue and a substantial 239 per cent surge in net profit tax this financial year, attributed to the first full year of operation following the COVID19 pandemic. According to the group chief executive officer Jaoji Koroi the Group reported a consolidated profit...
‘Crucial role’
Shipping plays a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the country. This was highlighted by Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management Sakiasi Ditoka at the World Maritime Day celebration in Suva last Friday. “Over 80 per cent of global trade is transported by international shipping in Fiji, this percentage is even...
Irreplaceable bond
It was an emotional day at the Fiji Detector Dog Unit (FDDU) as officers farewelled four of their four-legged comrades who retired after years of loyal service last Friday. Emotions were high as the handlers for K9 Ziggy, K9 Blake, K9 Kaleb, and K9 Quip relayed the journey they’ve shared together in the Fiji Police...
DOMO VOU TALEI | VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST NOW!
Vote for Fiji’s next amazing new voice and get into the draw to win Domo Vou Talei tee-shirts and double passes to the Woodstock Uprising Music Festival this Saturday October 7 at the Uprising Beach Resort in Pacific Harbour. Voting closes at midnight Friday October 6 with the People’s Choice Award winner announced this Saturday...
President emphasises unity
We can and should always try to solve our own problems, said President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere while speaking at the national Milad-un-Nabi Jalsa at Prince Charles Park, Nadi, yesterday. He was the chief guest at Prophet Mohammed’s birthday national celebrations that was organised by the Fiji Muslim League. “I strongly believe that religion remains a...
Muslims celebrate Prophet’s birthday
Members of the Muslim community living along the Suva-Nausori corridor gathered at the Rishikul Sanatan College hall in Valelevu, Nasinu to celebrate Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday yesterday. Celebrated annually on October 2, it is commemorated by Muslims in Fiji on 12 Rabi’ al-awwal of the Islamic calendar. Over 100 people attended the function which was organised...
Vosarogo promotes religious freedom
The faithfulness of Muslim believers in upholding the teachings of Prophet Mohammed certainly comes with a lot of discipline, perseverance and generosity, says Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo. In opening the Prophet Mohammed’s birthday celebrations at the Vanua Levu Muslim League South Pacific Sunni headquarters in Labasa yesterday, Mr Vosarogo said these...
Police await forensic evidence
Police have yet to receive forensic evidence in the murder of a secondary school student in Labasa three years ago. The case, which has not found any perpetrator, is part of the undetected list of cases that police are still investigating. Chief planning, research and doctrines Assistant Commissioner of Police Aporosa Lutunauga said out of...
Drowning shocks residents
An early morning drowning incident yesterday has shocked residents of a close-knit farming community in Votua, Ba. It is believed that a 15-year-old accompanied their farm labourer for an early morning cattle herd change when the tragedy happened. Police discovered the body of the iTaukei labourer a little after the tragedy happened while the teenager’s...
Kiosk break in
A kiosk operator near the Suva bus stand says there is a need for closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to be installed in the area. Shanil Deo, 29, had his kiosk broken into on Sunday night and about $1000 worth of cash and groceries were stolen including a music speaker worth $600. Mr Deo said the...
Probe starts
An investigation has begun to determine the circumstances surrounding the death of a 60-year-old farmer of Tamavua Village on Saturday. In a media statement, the Fiji Police Force said the victim was found lying motionless at the village cemetery ground with visible injuries. “Investigators have gathered statements of family and relatives and continue with their...
Man, 73, dies in fire
Tragedy struck a family in Semo, Sigatoka on Saturday after an elderly man was killed in a house fire. The tin and wooden house was owned by Rajendra Singh who perished in the fire that started around 11am on Saturday. Police have confirmed the victim was 73 years old. “The victim is alleged to have...
River diversion project
A task force has been established to work on the Nadi River diversion project. The announcement was made after Minister for Agriculture and Waterways Vatimi Rayalu visited the turaga ni yavusa and the villagers of Yavusania in Nadi to discuss the riverbank erosion, proposed river diversion and the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) project. The task...
Highest revenue in past decade
The forestry sector generated close to $100 million during the pandemic, says Minister for Forestry Kalaveti Ravu. And revenue has mainly been generated through products such as timber and wood chips. Speaking at the Forest Products, Trade and Training Division in Nasinu last Friday, Mr Ravu said this was during the height of COVID-19 and...
Pacific nations combine to uplift cyber security
The Government is working with stakeholders to find the most suitable technology to digitally connect the remaining five per cent of Fijians from diverse communities. Trade Minister Manoa Kamikamica made this known to delegates who are part of the inaugural Pacific Cyber Capacity Building and Coordination Conference in Nadi yesterday. “With new and emerging technologies,...
Lal calls for review of 30-year-old policy
The Sugar Industry Master Award no longer aligns with the contemporary direction of the Fiji Sugar Corporation, says FSC board chairman Pradeep Lal. Mr Lal said there was a need to review the policy which has been around for 30 years. “Although the Master Award has effectively served its purpose for three decades, it is...
Cybercrimes threat
Cybercrimes are an increasing threat to our administrations; one only has to look around the region to see examples of this. This sentiment was shared by the Pacific Islands Forum secretary general Henry Puna in his official remarks at the inaugural Pacific Cyber Capacity Building and Coordination Conference in Nadi yesterday. “The Vanuatu government’s IT...
FCCC starts review
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) has started a review of both passenger fares and freight charges on selected established shipping routes. FCCC states since the last review of pricing in this market, there has been a vast change to the structure of the market that are potentially of interest to a competition authority,...
Act to come into effect today
The State Lands (Amendment) Act 2023 will come into effect from today, states a gazette notice issued by the Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo. The Act was passed in Parliament in the last sitting and reinstates the authority of the Director of Lands as initially provided for under the State Lands Act...
Villagers await safety confirmation for new site
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo says they are yet to finalise the geotech survey and report on the new village site identified for displaced villagers in Macuata. The group has lived in make-shift tents since December 2020 and now, they will need to wait another two or three months for confirmation of...
Abuse of office claims | Vanua Levu pine landowners back Forestry Minister Ravu
Pine landowners on Vanua Levu have rallied support for Forestry Minister Kalaveti Ravu in making the decision to defer bonus payments, contradicting the stand by Fiji Pine Trust chairman Taniela Nakibo who claimed serious allegations of abuse of office against Mr Ravu. Speaking on behalf of the landowners and also chairman of the Vanua Levu...
Fiji not immune to substandard medial products infiltration – Minister
Fiji is not immune to the infiltration of substandard products in the healthcare system, says Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica. Speaking to members of the Fiji Medical Association in Sigatoka on Saturday, Mr Kamikamica highlighted the need for skilled professionals to address the entry of these substandard products. “As we deliberate on advancing healthcare leadership...
DOMO VOU TALEI | VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST NOW!
Vote for Fiji’s next amazing new voice and get into the draw to win Domo Vou Talei tee-shirts and double passes to the Woodstock Uprising Music Festival this Saturday October 7 at the Uprising Beach Resort in Pacific Harbour. Voting closes at midnight Friday October 6 with the People’s Choice Award winner announced this Saturday...
