Fiji
Pointing out spelling mistake leads to contempt conviction for Fiji lawyer
A Fiji lawyer Richard Naidu has been found guilty of contempt of court over a Facebook post pointing out a spelling mistake.
Fiji elections boss concerned at postal vote application numbers
The Fijian Elections Office is concerned with the low number of postal vote applications received so far.
Fiji PM says only his party can deliver for the people
Fiji's prime minister Frank Bainimarama believes "hard-working Fijians" want his government to "keep working for the country" as campaigning for the December 14 election heats up.
Fiji election 2022: 342 candidates to contest elections
342 candidates from nine political parties and two independents have received the green light from the Fijian elections office to contest in the December 14 polls.
Prasad's lawyers call Fiji police commissioner's actions unprecedented
The lawyers acting for the leader of Fiji's National Federation Party, Professor Biman Prasad, have revealed that he has been suing the husband of a woman who later made allegations against him.
War of words in Fiji over decision not to charge opposition leader
Fiji's Director of the Office of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has launched an astonishing rebuke to the country's police chief.
'Human rights violations' propel popular community worker into politics
A prominent Fijian social worker says "human rights violations" of opposition voices compelled her to make a "last minute" decision to contest the December 14 elections.
Fiji opposition leader Prasad escapes charges over complaint
Fiji's Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde, has instructed the Police not to lay any charges against National Federation Party leader Professor Biman Prasad.
New insurance promises quick payouts after Pacific cyclones
As the cyclone season gets underway in the South Pacific, it's hoped a new type of insurance on offer could help ease the burden of a storm's aftermath for those on lower-incomes. UNCDF programme… Audio
Fiji election head defends polls from critics
The head of Fiji's election management body has taken a swipe at those who have tried to "discredit" elections, and says broad acceptance of the outcomes of the past two polls answers those critics.
Fiji activist says more women should stand in December election
A renowned human rights activist in Fiji says there is a need for more female candidates in the upcoming general election.
