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Fiji: Top 10 Consumer Complaints Revealed
Friday, 13 September 2024, 4:58 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
As the 2023-2024 financial year comes to a close, a new report sheds light on the top 10 most pressing consumer issues in Fiji. This overview offers insights into the challenges faced by consumers, from the surge in financial scams and fraud to ... More >>
Apple Product Retailer Under Spotlight
Friday, 9 August 2024, 2:15 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
A mobile electronics retailer in Suva is under investigation by the Consumer Council of Fiji after two cases involving significant purchases of Apple gift cards were reported, where the buyers have not received the full value of their orders. These ... More >>
Fiji: A Step Forward For Increased Consumer Spending Power
Saturday, 29 June 2024, 3:26 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The budget introduces several key initiatives aimed at improving the purchasing power of citizens, ensuring greater financial security, and addressing consumer-centric issues. More >>
Consumer Council Of Fiji: Celebrate Smart This Mother's Day; Council Advises Vigilance
Friday, 10 May 2024, 2:23 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
A reflection of issues unearthed by the Consumer Council of Fiji in the past years have seen cases of bait advertising, misleading sales and promotions & sale of expired food & drinks rife during this time. Hence, it's imperative for consumers to exercise ... More >>
Misleading Product Labelling Concerning – Consumer Council of Fiji
Saturday, 6 April 2024, 6:00 am | Consumer Council of Fiji
Consumers must be provided with any and all information pertaining to the products they are intending to purchase so that they can make informed decisions. The recent controversy surrounding the ‘Golden Circle’ brand Apple Juice has brought this ... More >>
Consumer Council Of Fiji Urges Consumers To Exercise Vigilance And Responsibility During Festive Season Shopping
Wednesday, 6 December 2023, 7:21 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
As we enter into the festive season, the Consumer Council of Fiji is cautioning consumers to be vigilant and exercise their responsibility when engaging in holiday shopping. Reflecting on the challenges observed during the previous festive season, ... More >>
Be Cautious of Potential Pyramid Scheme
Saturday, 10 June 2023, 2:35 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Consumers are reminded to be vigilant and tread carefully when engaging with traders/individuals on social media platforms advertising alluring ways to earn money; while barely disclosing any information about the scheme. This reminder comes as the Consumer Council of ... More >>
Beware Of Fake Pages – Consumer Council Of Fiji
Friday, 30 December 2022, 7:52 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji (CCoF) is urging Fijian consumers to be cautious of those individuals who are looking to rip people off their hard-earned money under the pretence of fake pages or accounts on social media platforms. In a recent case ... More >>
Be Vigilant When Engaging With Golden Events Fiji- Council
Wednesday, 2 November 2022, 7:36 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Exercise extreme caution! This important alert is being issued by the Consumer Council of Fiji to consumers who are contemplating engaging with “Golden Events Fiji”. The Council has received complaints whereby Golden Event Fiji had failed to deliver ... More >>
Restaurants Under Spotlight For Violating Food Safety Standards
Wednesday, 3 August 2022, 6:26 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Certain food establishments are willfully flouting food safety laws and standards; with issues such as contaminated food, not wearing PPEs, dirty surrounding and pest infestation becoming a common sight in restaurants. These issues were evident during ... More >>
‘Exclusive Dealings’ Illegal; Schools Reminded
Saturday, 16 April 2022, 6:06 am | Consumer Council of Fiji
School Heads and Managements are once again reminded that it is illegal to engage in ‘exclusive dealings’ with businesses for the supply of students’ school requirements. This is after the Council received complaints where certain schools ... More >>
2021-2022 National Budget: A Bold And Decisive Budget
Saturday, 17 July 2021, 4:43 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The astute allocation of coffers to key critical areas and targeted policy incentives announced in the 2021-2022 National Budget will be the conner stone in achieving socio-economic stability – helping Fijians reclaim the economy. The Consumer Council ... More >>
'Toyota 80th Anniversary' Phishing Scam in Fiji
Saturday, 5 June 2021, 4:22 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Toyota 80th Anniversary - It’s A Scam! More >>
Businesses Found In Breach Of Pesticides Act
Thursday, 18 February 2021, 5:27 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji and the Ministry of Agriculture have issued a stern warning to businesses and individuals that no pesticides may be used, offered for sale or sold in Fiji unless it has been registered with the Registrar of Pesticides. ... More >>
Businesses Inhibit Choice By Stating 'Preferred Supplier'
Monday, 18 January 2021, 5:27 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Businesses must refrain from advertising that they are the “preferred supplier” for uniforms for certain schools as it provides the illusion that they are the only suppliers available. Parents are advised to disregard such advertisements and purchase ... More >>
Council Welcomes COVID-19 Response (Home Loan Assistance) Act 2020
Friday, 11 December 2020, 7:05 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji has welcomed the COVID-19 response (Home Loan Assistance) Act 2020 which will provide the much-needed assistance to consumers with mortgages in effect during the COVID-19 relief period and repayment holidays for home loans. ... More >>
Dream Data Deal; Streaming Joy For Thousands Of Fijians
Saturday, 22 August 2020, 2:13 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji has applauded Digicel Fiji for the new Dream Data Deal and has called for other network service providers to follow suit. Council Chief Executive Ms. Seema Shandil says that the Dream Data Deal by Digicel Fiji is a huge ... More >>
2020 – 2021 Budget: A Budget For All – Targeting Prosperity
Saturday, 18 July 2020, 4:59 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
This Budget has definitely put a smile on many faces. The Consumer Council of Fiji views the 2020-2021 National Budget as one that is aimed at building a more productive, sustainable and inclusive economy in the face of challenges. The “feel good” ... More >>
Council Cautions Public To Disregard Fake News
Tuesday, 9 June 2020, 4:56 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji wishes to notify consumers to disregard any messages regarding the provision of a $200 food voucher by the organisation for those affected by the COVID 19 pandemic. The Council has issued no such statement and this is fake ... More >>
Council condemns illegal Minibus Fare increase
Monday, 11 February 2019, 4:45 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji is calling on minibus operators to refrain from charging increased fares to passengers at different locations around the country as this is illegal. More >>
