Social Democratic Liberal Party

31/05/2026

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐆𝐍 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐁𝐄𝐆𝐔𝐍 🇫🇯

SODELPA is committed to stronger leadership, better governance, and more opportunities for all Fijians. Together, we will listen to the people, serve our communities, and build a brighter future for our nation.

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31/05/2026

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐆𝐍 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐁𝐄𝐆𝐔𝐍 🇫🇯

SODELPA stands with the people of Fiji.

As we move toward the 2026 General Election, our mission remains clear — to deliver stronger leadership, better governance, and real opportunities for every Fijian.

From our villages to our towns, from farmers and workers to youths and elders, we are taking our message across Fiji because the future of our nation belongs to all of us.

We believe the backbone of Fiji lies in our primary industries — agriculture, fisheries, forestry, tourism, and renewable resources. By supporting rural communities, protecting our environment, and creating sustainable jobs, enhancing our towns and cities with more affordable and safe housing and infrastructure; we can build a stronger economy and a better future for the next generation.

We have learnt from the past, and today we move forward stronger, wiser, and more united than ever.

Our commitment remains:

✅ Protect and value the interests of the people
✅ Strengthen communities
✅ Support farmers, landowners, and workers
✅ Promote renewable resources and sustainable development
✅ Build a better future for our children

Sodelpa will ensure the vulnerable are raised and assisted to become independent of government reliance - by doing this we give our people back their dignity !

Fiji deserves leadership that understands; empathizes ; responds and delivers.

Together, let us move Fiji forward.

30/05/2026

𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔 𝐒𝐈𝐑 𝐋𝐀𝐋𝐀 𝐒𝐔𝐊𝐔𝐍𝐀: 𝐀 𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐂𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄, 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆.

Yesterday, Fiji came together to honour the life and legacy of Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna — a visionary leader whose courage, wisdom, and devotion to service helped shape the foundations of our nation.

Ratu Sukuna’s legacy reminds us that leadership is never about privilege, but about duty, sacrifice, and building for generations yet to come. His values of unity, humility, discipline, and service above self remain just as relevant today as Fiji continues to navigate a changing world.

As we reflected on his enduring contribution to nation-building, tribute was also paid to the late Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, whose life of service reflected the very principles that Ratu Sukuna stood for — honourable leadership, respect for tradition, and unwavering commitment to Fiji.

The occasion also served as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and empower the next generation through education, opportunity, strong values, and national unity.

May the life and legacy of Ratu Sukuna continue to inspire all Fijians to lead with courage, act with wisdom, and work together in building a stronger and more united Fiji.

Vina valevu djina and God bless Fiji.

[Photos: Fiji Government]

30/05/2026

Soqosoqo Duavata ni Lewenivanua - Social Democratic Liberal Party SODELPA acknowledges the comeback to the medal thrones of championships of Queen Victoria School. Vinaka vakalevu Vulinitu...athletic champions of 2026 Coca Cola Games. "We keep building together Fiji. "With integrity we shall lead, with unity we shall govern" sodelpa.org.fj

30/05/2026

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28/05/2026

𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐌 𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎. 𝟏𝟎 𝐎𝐅 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐎 𝐋𝐀𝐖

𝘍𝘪𝘫𝘪 𝘦𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘮 𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘎𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘈𝘤𝘵 1973

𝐒𝐔𝐕𝐀, 𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈, 𝟐𝟖 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 - The Tourism Bill No. 10 of 2026 was today passed into law, modernising Fiji’s tourism legislation for the first time in decades. The new Tourism Act 2026 repeals and replaces the Hotel and Guest Houses Act 1973, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to reflect the scale, diversity and evolving complexity of Fiji’s modern tourism industry.

Fiji now welcomes close to one million visitors annually, supported by a broad network of hotels, resorts, tour operators, and community-based experiences, including hiking, camping, and platforms such as Airbnb. The legislation that previously governed this sector was developed in the 1970s, when the industry operated at a fraction of its current size.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Hon. Viliame Gavoka, said the enactment of the Tourism Act 2026 is a direct response to the growth and evolution of the industry. "Over the last 20 years, Fiji has doubled its visitor numbers. Our communities are more deeply involved in tourism than ever before, and the expectations of travellers and investors alike have changed significantly. It is time our laws reflected that reality."

The Act introduces a framework that covers tourism enterprise registration and recognition, national tourism standards, sustainability and compliance provisions, protections for indigenous and cultural knowledge, and clearer pathways for community participation in the industry. The Act was developed through consultations with industry representatives, community groups, micro, small and medium enterprises, and Government agencies.

"This legislation did not happen overnight," Minister Gavoka said. "It was shaped by the voices of communities, operators, and stakeholders from across the country. We thank everyone who took part in the consultations and who contributed to getting us here today."

The Hotel and Guest Houses Act 1973 will be repealed when the Tourism Act 2026 comes into force, on a date directed by the Minister.

- 𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐒 -

28/05/2026

IN THIS SIGN, WE SHALL CONQUER.

27/05/2026

𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐁𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈

The Education Bill 2026 introduces major reforms aimed at strengthening education, protecting students, supporting teachers, and improving school standards across Fiji.

𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘
• All children of compulsory school age must be enrolled in school
• They must attend school regularly

If parents fail to comply:
• The Permanent Secretary can issue directives
• The case can go before a magistrate
• A compulsory education order can be issued

Penalty:
• Fine up to $500
• OR imprisonment up to 2 months
• OR both

𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐓 𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒
• Insulting, harassing, assaulting teachers or students, or disrupting school programmes is now an offence under law

Penalty:
• Fine up to $5,000
• OR imprisonment up to 1 year
• OR both

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃
• Free primary education is protected in law
• Government schools cannot charge tuition fees for primary and secondary students

𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐓 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐔𝐋𝐄𝐒
• No one can operate a school without approval and registration
• Schools can be refused if standards are not met or management is unsuitable

𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐄 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒
• Government can close schools that fail safety or education standards
• This includes illegal operation, unsafe conditions, or harmful practices

𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐔𝐌 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐒
• Curriculum will include digital literacy and AI
• Climate change, civic education, and life skills are included
• Also includes culture, sports, and arts

𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒
• Schools must provide access to trained counsellors
• Supports student wellbeing, bullying response, and emotional health

𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐁𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐃
• All teachers must be registered under the Fiji Teachers Registration Authority
• Unregistered teaching is an offence

𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐁𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐃
• Schools can fundraise but cannot force or pressure anyone
• No intimidation or coercion is allowed

𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒
• Schools must keep proper financial records
• They must submit audited reports annually

𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐃𝐎𝐌 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃
• No one can be forced into religious instruction
• Parent or personal consent is required

This Education Bill aims to modernise education, strengthen accountability, protect children, support teachers, and ensure equal access to quality education for every child in Fiji.

26/05/2026

Soqosoqo Duavata ni Lewenivanua - Social Democratic Liberal Party SODELPA is proud of our Party Leader, Vice Chairman International Democracy Union Asia Pacific and Minister of Education Honourable Aseri Radrodro for the new Education Act 2025. The Education future of Fiji in now in the care of all students from early childhood to Higher Education, all parents not forgetting single parenting, teachers and all stakeholders. So proud that on-time delivery to the education faithfuls is our Sodelpa trademark. All those social media attackers, we are the defenders of the faith, Fiji is our beautiful Fiji. "We keep building together. With integrity we shall lead, with unity we shall govern" sodelpa.org.fj

25/05/2026

𝐂𝐔𝐌𝐀 𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒

The Commercial Use of Marine Areas (CUMA) Bill 2025 should not be twisted into something it is not. The Bill is not taking away the rights of resource owners — it is creating a legal pathway for communities to have stronger involvement, consultation, and benefit-sharing from commercial activities taking place within their qoliqoli.

Hon. Viliame Gavoka and Government have been transparent from the beginning by taking awareness teams directly to the provinces, districts, and Vanua so people can ask questions openly and understand the Bill properly before consultations continue.

Some critics compare the CUMA Bill to the 2006 Qoliqoli Bill, but we must also face today’s realities. This Bill is focused on practical progress that can work within Fiji’s current legal and economic framework while protecting stability, investment confidence, and sustainable development.

The truth is this:
Before CUMA, many communities often had limited direct involvement in commercial marine activities happening around them. This Bill now creates mechanisms for consultation, agreements, fairer benefits, and stronger participation for local resource owners. That is progress, not deception.

No law is perfect from the start. But dismissing the Bill completely ignores the opportunities it creates for maritime communities, especially in tourism, resource management, job creation, and local economic participation.

The Government has also made it clear that public consultations are ongoing. If communities want stronger provisions, this is exactly why consultations exist — so voices can be heard and improvements considered through democratic process, not fear or misinformation.

Instead of dividing our people, we should work together to strengthen the Bill constructively for the benefit of future generations and the sustainable use of Fiji’s marine resources.