By Viliame Tikotani THE People’s Coalition Government’s plan to revitalise the shipbuilding industry marks a bold and strategic move for the country and the region during this time. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s call to rebuild the industry will benefit the...
By Josefa Uluilakeba FOR Taveuni native Petero Celua, owning a fibreglass boat with an outboard motor is the foundation for building a successful life on an outer island. Growing up on his family’s mataqali land in Naselesele Village, the 25-year-old was inspired by...
By Nanise Neimila AS chief executive officer of Star Hospitality Pte Limited, Anand Sami Kumar embodies the transformative potential of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving economic growth, even amidst adversity. Located in the heart of Nadi town,...
By Nanise Neimila ZABEEN Khan, a university graduate in hospitality and hotel management, had once pictured herself thriving in Fiji’s bustling hospitality industry. However, the COVID-19 pandemic led her down an unexpected yet rewarding path. Today, she manages her...
By Nanise Neimila BEEKEEPING is more than just harvesting honey—it’s an intricate blend of art and science, requiring a deep understanding of bee behaviour and lifecycles. This reality is at the heart of Merelita Yabakivou’s inspiring journey as a bee farmer in...