Fiji
'Insufficient evidence': Former anti-corruption chief cleared of abuse of office
A controversial Commission of Inquiry into Barbara Malimali's appointment alleged that she spread confidential voter information while on the job.
Fijian MP: Violence against women and girls 'permeates every dimension of society'
"The cost of violence is not only emotional - it is national."
Fijian cabinet backs bill to restore customary control of surfing areas
The Commercial Use of Marine Areas Bill 2025 has been given the all-clear to be tabled in parliament, which resumed on Monday.
Fiji issues landslide and flood warnings amid persistent rain
The National Disaster Risk Management Office is advising people to keep up-to-date with official weather reports and to avoid crossing flooded roads, crossings or walkways.
Taipei office in Fiji accuse China of coercion
The Taipei Trade Office in Suva is accusing China of "coercion" after a senior Fijian diplomat made a rare visit to Taipei. Audio
Taiwan accuses China of 'coercion' after Fiji envoy's Taipei visit
The Fijian coalition government has issued a statement, saying it "reaffirms its commitment to the One China Policy".
'Rome wasn't built in a day': Health ministry defends wastewater spill
The Fijian Health Ministry confirms two operating theatres at the country's largest hospital were forced to close due to a blocked drainage causing "a sluice wastewater spillage".
Fiji women's groups accuse PM of gender bias
Women's groups in Fiji hit out at the Prime Minister this week, saying he promotes patriarchy and gender bias. Audio
'Patriarchy is alive': Fijian PM accused of favouring men in diplomatic appointments
But Sitiveni Rabuka's government has announced that it is committed to advancing women's participation and leadership in the foreign service.
WHO declares Fiji free of measles, rubella and trachoma
It comes amid a measles outbreak in New Zealand, where 17 cases have been confirmed so far.
Fiji 'in a state of flux' after resignation of two deputy PMs - expert
A Fijian politics expert says the ongoing political instability in Suva will have some bearing on the national general election next year. Audio
Fiji's President meets Pope Leo XIV
The Fijian Head of State has extended an invitation to the pope to visit the Pacific "at the earliest opportunity."
Academic warns of further political turmoil in Fiji
A Fijian academic is warning of further political turmoil in Fiji after the resignation of two of the country's three deputy prime ministers within a week. Audio
Fiji's HIV crisis could spread across the region, health experts warn
One public health expert described Fiji as a gateway country to other Pacific Islands, warning that, "We could see an increased number of [HIV] cases in New Zealand as well." Audio
Rabuka confirms Prasad's resignation after anti-corruption charges
The development comes less than a week after the resignation of co-Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, who is also facing corruption charges.
