Chiefs challenge residency barrier for iTaukei leaders

The Great Council of Chiefs is calling for the removal of the two-year residency rule that prevents some iTaukei’s from contesting the general election. GCC Chair Ratu Viliame Seruvakula states the current law unfairly restricts those listed in the Vola ni Kawa Bula who have spent time overseas for work or study. He adds that […]

Chiefs challenge residency barrier for iTaukei leaders

fbcnews.com.fj - 28/Feb 05:01

The Great Council of Chiefs is calling for the removal of the two-year residency rule that prevents some iTaukei’s from contesting the general...

GCC questions human rights arguments in village removal debate

fbcnews.com.fj - 26/Feb 20:40

The Great Council of Chiefs is examining village by-laws and customary law amid growing concerns about community discipline. Chair Ratu Viliame...

GCC questions human rights arguments in village removal debate

fbcnews.com.fj - 26/Feb 20:40

The Great Council of Chiefs is examining village by-laws and customary law amid growing concerns about community discipline. Chair Ratu Viliame...

Chiefs push for ban on Tabua sales

fbcnews.com.fj - 28/Feb 01:33

The Great Council of Chiefs wants the domestic sale of tabua banned completely. Council Chairman Ratu Viliame Seruvakula said the sacred whale’s...

Chiefs demand voice on marine resources law

fbcnews.com.fj - 01/Mar 04:57

The Great Council of Chiefs said it was not properly consulted on the proposed Customary Usage of Marine Areas Bill. The Council has raised concern...

TLTB awards first scholarships to 15 iTaukei students

fbcnews.com.fj - 23/Feb 19:36

Fifteen iTaukei youths became the first recipients of the iTaukei Land Trust Board Education Scholarship, a national initiative designed to provide...

TLTB awards first scholarships to 15 iTaukei students

fbcnews.com.fj - 23/Feb 19:36

Fifteen iTaukei youths became the first recipients of the iTaukei Land Trust Board Education Scholarship, a national initiative designed to provide...