(July 17, 2025) WAINIVELI, FIJI — For the first time in 60 years, the remote settlement of Wainiveli in the District of Lovoni, Ovalau has a stable water source, thanks to the construction of a new water dam. This marks a historic moment for the community, which has faced persistent water shortages for decades.                                                       &n...

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(July 15, 2025) Bua, Fiji – WCS has handed over essential kuta (freshwater reed) cultivating and harvesting equipment to the women of Bua village, marking a significant step towards supporting community livelihoods while ensuring the sustainable use of kuta. WCS-Fiji's Livelihoods Officer, Isoa Koroiwaqa (front right) is handing over the harvesting equipment to the Women of Bua. Maraia Bibi, the 65-year-old Chair Lady of the Yasi Boi Yawa Women’s Cooperative, expressed gratitude f...

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(July 07, 2025) Lovoni, Ovalau – Over 8,000 fruit and native tree seedlings have been planted in Lovoni District of Ovalau as part of a reforestation initiative led by the WCS in partnership with the Ministry of Forestry. The planting marks a significant step under the Kiwa WISH+ Project, which promotes nature-based solutions to build climate resilience across Fiji, Solomon Islands and PNG. Fruit trees planted in Lovoni. The trees ranging from native hardwoods to various fruit-bearing species. T...

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