Fiji Faces Rising Child Abuse Concerns: A Call for Action Inspired by NGOs

Fijian Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica Richard Sanders In a stark revelation, Fijian Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, who also co-chairs the anti-porn taskforce, disclosed that social media companies in the United States reported over 3,600 cases of child sexual abuse material being shared on their platforms in Fiji in 2024. This alarming statistic underscores…

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‘De-colonising’ aid the call from Fiji’s Biman Prasad

by Martin Haffner Associate Editor De-colonising’ aid the call from Fiji’s Biman Prasad Fiji’s Finance Minister Biman Prasad responds to media at the post-Budget press conference.Fiji’s Finance Minister Biman Prasad responds to media at the post-Budget press conference. Photo: Screenshot / Fiji GovernmentFiji’s deputy prime minister, Biman Prasad, told an international conference last month in…

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Suspended Fiji chief prosecutor demands release of findings

by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Suspended Fiji Chief Prosecutor Demands Release of Findings Amid Controversy In a significant development in the legal landscape of Fiji, the country’s suspended chief prosecutor has called for the immediate release of findings related to his suspension. The contentious situation has sparked discussions about transparency, governance, and the rule of…

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Flooding in Fiji, more rain expected

by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Fiji police say those living in flood-prone areas in the Western Division should move to higher ground due to flooding. The police put the statement on social media just after 4pm, local time. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Livai Driu said continuous rain from morning has seen flooding in some…

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Alcohol poisoning reported at Fiji resort

Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Seven guests fell ill from suspected alcohol poisoning at a luxury resort on Fiji’s Coral Coast. They have been released from Lautoka Hospital. At least two of the four Australians affected are also returning home. The group became seriously ill after consuming piña coladas at the Warwick Fiji Resort. Fiji’s Deputy…

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Fijian MP urges govt to fast-track development leases to address squatter settlement issue

by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Fijian MP Urges Government to Fast-Track Development Leases to Address Squatter Settlement Issue In a significant call to action, a prominent Member of Parliament (MP) from Fiji has urged the government to expedite the process of granting development leases as part of a comprehensive strategy to tackle the pressing issue…

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