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Cybersecurity gaps threaten online safety
2+ hour, 17+ min ago (259+ words) Limited understanding about cybersecurity among Fijians continues to be a significant concern, as many step into an increasingly advanced digital era without the knowledge to protect themselves. Vodafone Fiji has identified significant gaps in cybersecurity awareness among both businesses and…...
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23+ hour, 14+ min ago (10+ words) Pacific's first Pathogen Genomics and AMR lab launched'FBC News...
Beche-de-mer monitoring in northern Lau completes
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (209+ words) In a bid to boost sustainable marine resource management, the Fisheries Ministry completed its second round of beche-de-mer monitoring and data collection in the northern Lau group. In a statement, the team said it achieved full coverage of targeted sites,…...
Giant clam projects records 100 percent survival in conservation mission
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (110+ words) [ Source: Fiji Government / Facebook ] Ministry of Fisheries researchers have recorded a major conservation success following a monitoring mission in Vorovoro aimed at restoring giant clam populations. The team reported a 100 percent survival rate of Tridacna maxima seeds released in the…...
Call for united action as threats grow to Fiji’s natural heritage
1+ week, 3+ hour ago (160+ words) Fijians are being urged to take greater responsibility in protecting the country's natural environment as threats to wildlife and ecosystems continue to rise. This was the key message during World Wildlife Day 2026 celebrations at Kula Wild Adventure Park in Sigatoka....
AI and misinformation pressure climate journalists
1+ week, 3+ hour ago (164+ words) Rapid advances in artificial intelligence and the growing spread of misinformation are putting new pressure on journalists reporting on climate change. This was highlighted during the Terra Asia Environmental Journalism Training, where trainer Robert Bourgoing warned that even media professionals…...
$35m climate program to cut disaster losses
1+ week, 2+ day ago (217+ words) Fiji loses approximately $500 million annually due to floods and cyclones that continue to threaten lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure. This represents about five percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), highlighting the significant economic burden of climate-related disasters. Flooding and…...
Fiji launches community-led waste solution
1+ week, 5+ day ago (219+ words) Fiji and the Pacific are in the midst of a waste management crisis, says Pacific Recycling Foundation founder Amitesh Deo. At this year's Global Recycling Day event, grassroots recyclers and advocates are championing a community-led solution to the escalating waste…...
Trashboom initiative launched to address pollution
1+ week, 6+ day ago (183+ words) A Trashboom initiative has been launched to bolster plastic pollution control and waste management. The Trashboom " a floating barrier designed to intercept river waste " has already been deployed in Suva's water bodies, including Nabukalou Creek. Trashboom Pacific Director Wayne Fuakilau…...
Fiji considers tougher litter fines to tackle growing waste problem
2+ week, 3+ day ago (227+ words) The government is considering tougher penalties for littering and illegal dumping as public concern grows over the state of Fiji's environment. Permanent Secretary for Environment and Climate Change Dr Sivendra Michael says the review of the country's litter laws is…...