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Manoa Kamikamica has been sworn in as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Industries, Commerce, Business Development and Public Enterprises before the President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, at State House, returning to ministerial office. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and members of Kamikamica’s family were present at the swearing-in ceremony.DPM Kamikamica took the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Due Execution of Office. Kamikamica stepped down from cabinet after he was charged by FICAC, however he was acquitted by the Suva Magistrates Court yesterday. A Chartered Accountant by profession, Kamikamica brings more than 33 years of senior executive experience across the…

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Fiji’s national weightlifting team has returned home after a successful campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, where Taniela Rainibogi claimed the country’s only gold medal. Rainibogi delivered a standout performance in the Men’s 110kg division, securing the top podium finish and highlighting Fiji’s presence on the international stage. The team was officially welcomed home yesterday by Ministry of Youth and Sports Deputy Secretary Philip Hereniko, who commended the athletes, coaches, officials and support staff for proudly representing the country throughout the Games. The team’s performances have further strengthened Fiji’s standing in international weightlifting, reflecting the commitment and hard work…

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Boxer and fitness instructor Jonathan Hill has been scheduled to stand trial in November over an alleged illicit drug possession charge. Hill appeared before Senior Magistrate Sufia Hamza in the Suva Magistrates Court this morning, where the court set the hearing for 2nd and 3rd November. A bench warrant was also issued for his co-accused, Pauliasi Tagicakiviti after he failed to appear in court.He is charged with alleged possession of property suspected of being proceeds of crime. The prosecution indicated it will call 13 witnesses during the hearing, while Hill is expected to call one witness in his defence. The…

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