Soqosoqo Vakamarama i Taukei ni Yasana ko Ba

19/06/2026

🚧 ACCESS ROAD LINKING NARATA TO VUNAMOLI IN GOOD PROGRESS
The construction of the access road linking Narata in Navosa to Vunamoli in Nadi is progressing well, bringing improved connectivity and better access to essential services for rural communities.
This important development will help villagers access schools, healthcare facilities, markets, and economic opportunities while enhancing the quality of life for residents in the interior of Viti Levu.
Vinaka Vakalevu to all stakeholders involved in making this project a reality for our rural communities.

18/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Ms Miliakere Tuidrola of Naisisili, Tikina o Nacula, on your appointment as Senior Program Manager at Women’s Fund Fiji.
This achievement reflects your dedication, hard work, and commitment to empowering women and advancing gender equality in Fiji. We are proud to see a daughter of Naisisili Tikina o Nacula continue to excel in leadership and make a positive impact on communities throughout the country.
On behalf of the Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei ni Yasana ko Ba, we extend our warmest congratulations and best wishes as you take on this important role.
Vina du riki vakalevu and all the best for the journey ahead! 🌺👏

17/06/2026

📌 Virtual Meeting with Alinea International – 10 June 2026
On 10 June 2026, the Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei ni Yasana ko Ba participated in a virtual meeting with representatives from Alinea International to discuss ongoing programs and collaborative initiatives.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our Interim President, Mrs. Sovasova, Mrs. Rika, and the SSViT Ba staff for their presence at the Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei ni Yasana ko Ba Office and for representing our organization during this important engagement.
Vinaka vakalevu to Alinea International for your continued partnership and support as we work together to empower and uplift women in our communities.

15/06/2026

📢 SCHOOL CLOSURE ADVISORY
For the safety and wellbeing of all students, teachers, and school communities, the Ministry of Education has announced the closure of all schools throughout Fiji today, Tuesday 16 June, due to severe weather conditions.
We urge all parents and guardians to keep children safely at home and avoid travelling through flooded or affected areas.
Please continue to monitor official updates and stay safe.

Stay safe and take all necessary precautions during this period.

𝐌𝐎𝐄 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈

The Minister for Education, Honourable Aseri Radrodro, in consultation with the National Disaster Risk Management Office (NDRMO) and the Fiji Meteorological Service, has been closely monitoring the evolving weather situation across the country.

While earlier assessments indicated that schools could operate as normal, the latest weather forecasts and reports recently received point to a significant deterioration in conditions overnight. Persistent heavy rainfall, strong winds, coastal inundation, and flooding continue to affect many parts of Fiji, with several flood-prone areas already impacted and further flooding expected this morning.

With the safety and wellbeing of students, teachers, and school communities as the Ministry's highest priority, all schools throughout Fiji will be closed today, Tuesday 16 June. Tertiary institutions are encouraged to make their own decisions based on the situation.

The Education Minister said that this precautionary decision has been made to minimise unnecessary travel and reduce the risk to students, teachers, and families as weather conditions remain unpredictable. He strongly urges parents and guardians to keep children safely at home and not to attempt to cross flooded roads, bridges, creeks, or rivers, or travel through affected areas.

Heads of Schools are requested to remain in close communication with their School Management Committees and District Education Offices, continue monitoring local conditions, and report any weather-related impacts to school facilities through the appropriate channels.

The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the NDRMO, the Fiji Meteorological Service, and other relevant authorities, will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide timely updates as conditions evolve. Further advice on the reopening of schools will be issued when it is safe to do so.

Hon. Radrodro thanked parents, guardians, school leaders, teachers, students, and the wider public for their understanding, cooperation, and continued support, emphasizing that the the decision was made with the safety and the wellbeing of Fiji’s children and school communities as the highest priority.

-ENDS-

15/06/2026

📢 Schools will operate as normal tomorrow.
Please stay safe, monitor weather updates, and exercise caution when travelling. 🌧️☂️

𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈

The Minister for Education, Honourable Aseri Radrodro, in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) and relevant divisional authorities, advises that based on the latest assessments, the overall weather situation across Fiji remains stable and schools will operate as normal tomorrow.

Parents and guardians may use their discretion when deciding whether to send their children to school, particularly in areas where weather conditions or travel routes may deteriorate overnight.

While the country continues to experience periods of heavy rainfall, strong winds in some areas, rough sea conditions, and unusually cold temperatures, consultations with the NDMO and divisional authorities have confirmed that there have been no reports of major flooding or significant disruptions affecting schools or surrounding communities.

Although isolated cases of coastal flooding and rough sea conditions have been observed in parts of the Yasawa Group and the Eastern Division, these have not impacted critical infrastructure, school operations, or public access.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to ensure that their children should not attempt to cross flooded roads, creeks, or rivers, to exercise caution when travelling, and to continue monitoring official weather updates and advisories.

For those students attending school, you are encouraged to wear warm clothing and bring an umbrella, as cold and wet weather conditions persist across the country.

Heads of Schools are advised to remain in close communication with their Management Committees and District Education Offices and to continue monitoring local conditions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students and staff.

The safety and welfare of students, teachers, and families remain our highest priority.

The Ministry will continue to closely monitor the situation in consultation with the NDMO and relevant authorities and will provide further updates should conditions change.

09/06/2026

Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei ni Yasana ko Ba encourages all members and communities, especially those living in coastal areas, to take extra precautions as damaging heavy swells are expected from Thursday.
Please stay informed, follow safety advice, and look after your families and communities.

🌊 Damaging Heavy Swells Expected from Thursday

Residents, mariners, fishers, and coastal communities in the southwest of Viti Levu, Lau Waters, Koro Sea, and Kadavu Passage are advised to exercise extreme caution as damaging heavy swells of up to 4.0 metres are expected to develop from Thursday.

Heavy swells can create dangerous sea conditions, strong currents, and large breaking waves along exposed coastlines, even when weather conditions appear fair.

⚠️ Safety Advice:
• Avoid unnecessary activities near exposed coastlines, reefs, and seawalls.
• Small craft operators and fishers should closely monitor weather and marine updates before heading out to sea.
• Swimmers and recreational users are urged to stay out of affected waters.
• Secure boats and coastal property where necessary.
• Follow advice issued by local authorities and emergency agencies.

Stay informed by monitoring the latest forecasts, warnings, and advisories issued by the Fiji Meteorological Service.

01/06/2026

Last week Tuesday, representatives from the Tikina of SSViT Ba gathered to collect and prepare traditional gifts (iYau/Torokiyau) as part of the preparations for the final farewell of our beloved President, Adi Sivia Qoro, who passed away last month.
This heartfelt gesture reflects the love, respect, and deep appreciation shared by the women of Ba Province for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and unwavering service to the Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei ni Yasana ko Ba.
As we continue to mourn her passing, we also celebrate her legacy and the lasting impact she has made in the lives of many women and communities throughout Ba Province.
May her memory continue to inspire us all.

01/06/2026

🕊️ Funeral & Reguregu Arrangements for our Late President, Adi Sivia Tokadei Qoro
The Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei ni Yasana ko Ba respectfully shares the reguregu and funeral arrangements for our beloved President, Adi Sivia Tokadei Qoro.
We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone for your prayers, love, support, and condolences during this difficult time. Your kindness and compassion continue to comfort the family and our organization.
We kindly ask all members, supporters, and well-wishers to take note of the arrangements outlined below.
“Be a Change Maker.”
🕊️ Rest in eternal peace, Adi Sivia Tokadei Qoro.