David “Tolu” Young has secured a place in the Commonwealth final after clocking an impressive 22.09, marking another significant milestone for Fiji swimming on the international stage. The achievement adds to Young’s growing record of representing Fiji at major competitions. He was part of the Fijian relay team that reached the finals at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. His latest performance in 2026 has now seen him become the first Fijian swimmer to qualify for an individual Commonwealth Games final, creating a historic moment for Fiji Aquatics and Team Fiji. The post Young Makes History For Fiji appeared first…
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South Africa’s pursuit of a third straight Rugby World Cup title is now taking shape following the confirmation of the 2027 tournament draw on 23 July 2026. The reigning champions have been drawn in Pool B alongside Italy, Georgia and Romania, giving Rassie Erasmus’ team a strong chance of finishing at the top of the group and advancing to the Round of 16. Italy are expected to pose the biggest threat to South Africa’s position at the top of the pool, while Georgia and Romania could provide a physical challenge for the Springboks. While the pool stage appears favourable for…
Efforts to remove derelict vessels from Suva Harbour are moving forward, with preparations now underway to begin work on the first three of 17 identified abandoned vessels. The Derelict Vessel Removal Project Governance Committee met last week to coordinate the next stage of the cleanup, following the completion of an operational agreement involving the Government of Fiji, Joint Maritime Environment Committee (JMEC), Fiji Ports Corporation Limited (FPCL), Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF), Waitt Institute and Blue Prosperity Fiji. Permanent Secretary of the Office of the Prime Minister, Dr Lesikimacuata Korovavala, said the necessary planning and groundwork had been completed…
Farmers across Fiji are set to benefit from improved drainage infrastructure aimed at protecting agricultural land from excess water and strengthening farm productivity. The Ministry of Agriculture, Waterways and Sugar Industry has completed 12 drainage projects under its 2025/2026 Waterways Capital Works Programme, with an investment of more than $726,000. The completed works have reached 1,372 farms nationwide, providing farmers with better water management systems to help minimise the impact of flooding on their crops. For farming communities, the improved drainage is expected to support more reliable agricultural production while building resilience against water-related damage to farmland. The post Better…
The Mamanuca Marine Protection and Rescue Initiative (MMPRI) Joint Taskforce has completed a successful three-day community outreach operation in Solevu Village, delivering essential government services while strengthening maritime security and community engagement. Led by the Fiji Police Force in collaboration with MMPRI and other government agencies, the initiative combined maritime enforcement with direct service delivery to residents in the remote maritime community. A major focus of the operation was education and awareness. The Online Safety Commission and the Department of Social Welfare conducted sessions in local schools, educating students, teachers and community members on online safety, responsible digital behaviour and…
The McDonald’s Fijian Drua Women’s title hopes may have ended in disappointment, but the season closed with plenty to celebrate after hosting their first-ever Super Rugby Women’s Grand Final at home. Despite what Head Coach Mike Legge described as their poorest performance of the season, the team reflected on a historic campaign that highlighted the growth of women’s rugby in Fiji. Legge says the Waratahs showed the composure and game management needed to win a final, giving the Drua valuable lessons to build on. “We probably didn’t play the best game. It was probably our worst game of the year,…
Suva Grammar School has been crowned the Under-18 Southern Zone Deans champions after defeating Nasinu Secondary School 29-22 in the final. Suva Grammar dominated the early stages and built a comfortable lead before surviving a late Nasinu fightback to secure the title. The side came out firing, crossing for two unanswered tries to take a 10-nil lead, with both conversion attempts drifting wide. Despite being reduced to 14 players following a yellow card for a dangerous tackle, Grammar continued to apply pressure and capitalized on a turnover to score again, this time converting for a 17-nil advantage. Nasinu responded with…
More than 200 farmers in the districts of Dogotuki, Udu and Cikobia in Macuata are expected to benefit from improved access to markets following the commissioning of a new 10-kilometre farm road. The Nubunisoqosoqo Farm Road in Dogotuki was officially opened this week by the Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Mosese Bulitavu. Constructed under the Ministry’s Rural Outer Island (ROI) Development Programme, the project was completed in three phases at a cost of more than $460,000. The new road provides safer and more reliable access between farming communities and main roads, allowing farmers to transport crops…
Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Ireland following the presentation of credentials by Fiji’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Jovilisi Suveinakama, as the country’s Non-Resident Ambassador to Ireland. Ambassador Suveinakama presented his Letters of Credence to Ireland’s President, Catherine Connolly, during a ceremony held this week. During the presentation, the Ambassador conveyed the warm greetings of President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, the Government and the people of Fiji. He reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment to deepening its longstanding partnership with Ireland through greater cooperation on climate action, sustainable development, ocean governance and other shared…
Actor Kranti Prakash Jha has expressed gratitude to viewers after Raktanchal 3 received a warm response from audiences. The actor, who plays Vijay Singh in the crime drama, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking fans for supporting the series across all three seasons.In a video shared on social media, Kranti said the appreciation for the latest season had been overwhelming and admitted that the team had not anticipated such a response.”We knew we had worked very hard, but we never imagined we would receive so much love. It is very rare that a series reaches Season 3 and continues…