Fiji
Complaint about Fiji's justice minister being investigated, police says
A complaint has been filed against Fiji's chief law officer in relation to his handling of a divorce case two years ago, police have confirmed.
Kolinisau back home to steer Fiji Sevens to win Olympic gold
New Fiji men's sevens team coach Osea Kolinisau touched down in Nadi on Monday morning and met with current squad members as he begins mapping out the defense of the Olympic Games sevens gold medal.
Fashion exchange inspires Fiji's emerging designers
Fashion exchange inspires Fiji's emerging designers. Audio
Lynda Tabuya 'should be one of the deputy prime ministers', advocate says
A women's right advocate believes there has been "systematic targeting" to remove the female Cabinet minister at the centre of an alleged drugs and sex scandal.
'Come to the table, deal with issues' - USP staff vote in favour of strike action
Staff union general-secretary Rosalia Fatiaki says "we are going round and round" over "numerous unresolved issues" and its time for the vice-chancellor to front up to their concerns.
Ben Gollings gets the boot - Osea Kolinisau to take over as Fiji Sevens coach
Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) has sacked its national men's sevens team coach for his "inability to meet the desired standards and expectations".
Lynda Tabuya - 'It's most unfortunate that as a woman I continue to be targeted'
Fiji's Women's Minister says the decision by the People's Alliance Executive Council to remove her as the deputy leader of the governing party is "unfair as it is based solely on allegations".
Fiji police officers charged for meth tampering remanded
The Acting Commissioner of Police says three police officers are charged with interfering with evidence, and two civilians face one count each of aiding and abetting interfering with evidence.
Fiji's president calls out racial disharmony in parliament
Fiji's president calls out racial disharmony in parliament. Audio
Fiji Rugby: Calls for changes and transparency as old habits die hard
Opinion - Nearly twelve months into running the show at the FRU, the Trustees Board appointed by the coalition government in 2023 appears to be creating more problems than solutions.
People's Alliance remove Lynda Tabuya as deputy leader
The decision was announced by the People's Alliance on Tuesday, saying the "sex and drug scandal and associated allegations" involving the Women's Minister caused "irreparable damage" to the party.
It was banned for almost two decades - now Fiji's 'Great Chiefs' are back, and they want more say
The Great Council of Chiefs, known as Bose Levu Vakaturaga in Fijian, dates back to colonial times. Established in 1876, the council was used as an advisory body for the British colonial rulers.
Ex-7s players band together, want Gollings out after 'disappointing' outing
The group of players, who call themselves 'The Stonewriters', released a video on Facebook on Sunday, saying "with the Olympic games around the corner, change is necessary, and it must happen now".
New GCC chair to be appointed today to ensure 'iTaukei are heard'
Those in the running for the position include Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere and the Speaker of Parliament Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu.
GCC to hold first meeting with regional traditional leaders in attendance
iTaukei Affairs Minister Ifereimi Vasu confirmed three representatives each from the 14 provinces plus Rotuma will attend. He is expected to release more details later today.
'I am not a contender': Ro Teimumu Kepa endorses Ratu Wiliame for president
The former opposition leader addressed rumours that she was aiming to become the next head of state. "If my name has been proposed, then it has been done without my consent," she said.
Tabuya calls for stronger online laws
Fiji's Women and Children's Minister Lynda Tabuya says Pacific island countries need to "strengthen our laws" on online harassment.
'Academic freedom': Govt revokes travel ban on former head of University of Fiji
Shushila Chang was banned from returning to Fiji by the Bainimarama government after she fled the country during Covid-19 lockdown in March 2020 to be with her sick husband.
Fiji stands its ground on Israel-Palestine question
The Fijian government does not want the International Court of Justice to "be used as a political playground" and "will continue to stand for what is right for the dignity of humankind".