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Fiji: Don’t Be Fooled! New Alert To Expose Fake Astrology Money Traps
Monday, 31 March 2025, 8:27 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Council is also issuing a stern warning to these fraudsters. The Council will not only expose such fraudulent services but will also refer them to the Fiji Police Force for further investigation and potential prosecution. More >>
Beware Of Scammers Selling Traditional Attire For Eid
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 1:18 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Consumer Council CEO Seema Shandil emphasises the importance of caution when shopping online, especially during busy periods like Eid: “With the excitement of Eid preparations, consumers need to be careful, as there are always those looking to exploit the festive ... More >>
Fiji Marks World Consumer Rights Day With A Call For A Just Transition To Sustainable Lifestyles
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:04 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
“This year, we are bringing together stakeholders from all sectors—government agencies, businesses, civil society organisations, and educational institutions—because we know that real change requires collective action.” said Ms Shandil. More >>
Consumer Council Cautions Shoppers Ahead Of Eid
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 5:28 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji is urging consumers to watch out for common issues that have surfaced in previous years, including price gouging, misleading advertisements, and the sale of expired or spoiled food items. More >>
Fiji: Serious Concerns Raised Over Flour Quality
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 10:17 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
CEO Seema Shandil has strongly condemned the situation, emphasizing that flour is a household staple and should always be safe for consumption. More >>
Stop Expiry Date Tampering
Tuesday, 4 March 2025, 4:41 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
During a recent routine market surveillance, the Consumer Council of Fiji uncovered yet another alarming case where a supermarket had deliberately altered the expiry date on a product. This deceptive practice misleads consumers and undermines their ... More >>
Lotteries And Sweepstakes Competitions Must Be In Compliance With The Law
Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 5:19 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Lotteries and sweepstakes games in Fiji are governed comprehensively by the Gaming Act of 2009, which provides detailed and specific guidelines for their operation. The Council stresses the importance of understanding and complying with the legal ... More >>
Ensure Smart Spending And Fair-Trade Practices This School Term
Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 11:41 am | Consumer Council of Fiji
Recognising the financial pressures on families at this time, the Consumer Council of Fiji has heightened its market surveillance to ensure ethical trading practices, as a few key issues have been noted in previous years. More >>
Consumers Urged To Stay Vigilant Against Post-Flooding Hazards
Tuesday, 7 January 2025, 2:10 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
In the aftermath of flooding, past years have shown instances of traders attempting to sell flood damaged goods at discounted prices. Such practices are not only unethical but also illegal under the Food Safety Act of Fiji. More >>
Fiji: Ordinary Consumers Anew Struggle With Chicken Prices
Wednesday, 18 December 2024, 9:06 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Council strongly urges supermarkets to exercise fair pricing practices that do not exploit consumers during this critical time of the year. Free market economics should not come at the expense of the public’s well-being and their ability to ... More >>
Traders Warned As Christmas Shopping Begins
Monday, 16 December 2024, 12:03 am | Consumer Council of Fiji
Among the most pressing concerns are traders failing to display price tags on items, creating confusion for consumers, while others are engaging in deceptive marketing tactics by advertising false discounts where “SPECIALS” notices are placed on ... More >>
Ongoing Racial Discrimination In Tenant Selection Raises Alarms
Saturday, 30 November 2024, 11:11 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
"This incident underscores the critical need for equality and transparency in Fiji's rental market," stated Council CEO Seema Shandil. More >>
Council Urges Wise Spending During Diwali Season
Monday, 28 October 2024, 11:00 am | Consumer Council of Fiji
Last year, the Consumer Council of Fiji received a total of 163 complaints valued at just over $15,000 during the Diwali season, highlighting various consumer grievances. More >>
Fiji : Calls For Urgent Reform Of Health Insurance Practices
Monday, 21 October 2024, 10:43 am | Consumer Council of Fiji
Despite having comprehensive health insurance policies, consumers are being forced to cover medical costs out of pocket before receiving any assistance from their insurers. More >>
Fiji: Consumer Council Highlights Unfair Practices In Student Bus Fare Tapping
Sunday, 20 October 2024, 11:53 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Council is calling for greater transparency and improved communication between bus company management and their drivers. Consumers, particularly parents and students, are urged to report any incidents where bus drivers request a double-tap for yellow ... More >>
Ghee Saga Exposes Exploitative Practices In Fiji
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 6:30 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The sudden spike in ghee prices, which saw an increase of over $7 within just a few weeks, is a stark example of how some traders in Fiji exploit consumers without justification. More >>
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 >>
