Improved roads and stronger public infrastructure are among the key concerns raised by residents as Navua prepares for its transition into a town. During a public consultation, residents questioned whether current roads and infrastructure would be able to support future development and a growing population. Navua resident Kamal Narayan highlighted that addressing road issues now will help prepare the area for increased business activity and future growth. “My road issues, looking at the farm roads will the government or the ministry upgrade those farm roads and the feeder roads, the gravel roads if they fall in the township area.” He…
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Water supply and sewerage remain among the major concerns raised by residents as Navua prepares to become Fiji’s 14th town. While town status is expected to bring new opportunities and development, residents have highlighted that improvements to basic services must come first. During a public consultation, Navua resident Kamal Narayan questioned whether existing infrastructure would be able to support future growth, especially with more commercial and industrial activity expected. “Before is declared a town there is some issues that urgently needs to be rectified. One is water supply, Navua is know for its rains, water, rivers but in the tap…
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Fiji’s development ambitions have received a boost with the visit of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank President Zou Jiayi, who highlighted that strong partnerships and investment in infrastructure will be key to supporting the country’s growth. A traditional welcoming ceremony was hosted by government at the Grand Pacific Hotel, marking her first visit to Fiji in her new role as head of the multilateral development bank. AIIB President Zou Jiayi said development must be built around the history, culture and needs of each country, adding that AIIB is committed to working alongside Fiji as it strengthens its infrastructure and creates opportunities…