For nearly five years, the resilient villagers of Nabavatu have endured life in deteriorating tents, battling harsh weather, pests, and health challenges, as they await the promised construction of permanent homes
Category: Fiji
Women at the Forefront of Octopus Fishery
A new report highlights how women fishers in Fiji’s coastal regions are driving economic growth through octopus harvesting, processing, and marketing, while also facing challenges related to health, sustainability, and market access
Fiji names Minister Bainivalu as Commonwealth Climate advocacy champion
Fiji’s Fisheries and Forestry Minister, Alitia Bainivalu appointed as the Advocacy Champion for the Commonwealth Living Lands Charter
Fiji’s President warns: Future generations will suffer without immediate global action
Fiji’s President has called on world leaders to urgently reform international cooperation to address escalating global crises, warning that future generations will suffer the consequences of today’s inaction
Fiji reaffirms commitment to climate action
Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to climate action and called for urgent reforms to address climate finance challenges faced by Small Island Developing States
Kalokolevu Village unites in mangrove restoration to combat climate change
Kalokolevu Village united to plant mangroves and commit to ongoing conservation efforts, recognising their vital role in combating climate change and protecting their coastal ecosystem
India reaffirms commitment to Climate Action at Fiji Parliament
India’s President reaffirmed its dedication to climate action and praised Fiji’s significant global contributions, emphasising a united effort to tackle rising sea levels and other climate challenges
Fiji secures US$70 million loan for climate resilience and sustainable growth
Fiji secures US$70 million concessional loan from ADB to bolster climate resilience and sustainable growth, focusing on public financial management, private sector development, and climate and disaster resilience
Artivist turns trash into treasure: A fight against plastic pollution
Suzanne Turaganiwai, a marine science graduate turned “artivist,” transforms marine debris into striking art pieces to raise awareness about plastic pollution and advocates for systemic change
A Deep Connection to the Sea: Youth advocate calls for climate action in the Pacific
Jessie Mule Siga, a passionate advocate and WWF Pacific Volunteer calls for urgent climate action to protect the “Sea of Islands” that deeply connects and sustains Pacific Islanders