Essential upgrade works are currently underway at Colonial War Memorial Hospital as part of the Potable Water and Maternity Sewer Line Project.
These works are being delivered in stages within an active hospital environment, with careful planning in place to minimise disruption to patient care and day-to-day hospital operations.
During this period, members of the public may notice temporary changes such as construction zones, noise, dust, and short-term access adjustments near work areas.
Where disruption is unavoidable, early notice and practical workarounds will be provided in close coordination with hospital management.
The Ministry thanks patients and visitors for their patience and cooperation as these important upgrades are completed.
Please follow on-site notices and guidance from hospital staff for updates.
Nine (9) of the fire victims at the Zamzam Restaurant in Samabula this afternoon, are currently admitted at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital (CWMH) after sustaining burns from the fire.
Update received as of 2:00pm today, is that two of the burn victims are currently on life support while the rest are on Inhalation Burn Treatment and Facial Burn Treatment. Doctors at the Emergency Department are doing their utmost best in treating the burn victims.
The Ministry will continue to provide an update as it comes through.
The Ministry of Health & Medical Services wishes to inform all residents mentioned below that our Health Inspectors at the Savusavu Health Office will be conducting mosquito spraying from today – Tuesday 28/04/2026 until Thursday 30/04/2026.
Date
Time
Target Area
Tuesday 28.04.26
5pm – 7pm
Vuiyasawa Settlement, Provincial Office Compound, Savusavu Police Station
Wednesday 29.04.26
5am – 7am
Yaroi Village, Nasavusavu District School Compound
Ketei, Savudrodro village, Savarekareka, WAF , RPA, St Bedes Dorm, St Andrews Primary School, St Bedes Secondary School Compound
Ketei, Savudrodro village, Savarekareka, WAF , RPA, St Bedes Dorm, St Andrews Primary School, St Bedes Secondary School Compound This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to reduce mosquito population and prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue fever.
Important Information for Residents:
The insecticide in the fog is not harmful to human at the low concentration used and it has no odour.
Fogging operations are conducted in the early morning or late afternoon as this is the time when the outdoor dengue mosquito vector is most active.
Residents are advised not to be concerned about the fog and are also requested to leave their doors and windows open when the fogging machine is in their area, so that the fog can kill mosquitoes in the homes.
Residents are also advised to continue destroying dengue mosquitoes breeding places in their yard and to protect themselves and their family from mosquito bites.
The Ministry looks forward to the co-operation of community members listed above in ensuring the success of this program.
Together, we can create a healthier and safer environment.
For further information, please contact: Ministry of Health and Medical Services on 3306177 or Toll Free number 158.
The Ministry of Health & Medical Services wishes to advise members of the public in Nadi that Blackrock Medical Center in Votualevu, Nadi will be temporarily closed to all civilians until further notice. The Ministry received instructions from the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) stating that in light of RFMF’s joint illicit drug operations with the Fiji Police Force, the Blackrock Medical Center will be utilized for the management of security personnel who may be injured during these operations. All civilian patients will be redirected to seek medical care at Nadi Hospital and Nadi Health Center (Sarada Building in Nadi Town). The Ministry apologizes for any inconvenience these changes may have caused, and we thank you for your understanding. ENDS
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services advises that Colonial War Memorial Hospital (CWMH) will implement a temporary adjustment to nursing shift arrangements, with 12-hour shifts commencing on Monday, 27 April 2026. This measure is an internal operational response to ensure continuity, safety, and reliability of essential hospital services amidst the current shortage of nursing staff. The decision follows internal assessments conducted by hospital management, including reviews aimed at strengthening patient safety and service delivery. The Ministry confirms that the adjustment was carefully considered by hospital leadership and nursing representatives, and that appropriate logistical and support arrangements are being addressed to safeguard staff welfare. This is a temporary arrangement, subject to ongoing monitoring and review, and is expected to remain in place until September 2026, when nursing interns complete their internship program and take up substantive postings. The Ministry assures the public that:  Patient safety and quality of care remain the Ministry’s highest priority;  All essential services at CWMH, including emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and dialysis services, will continue as normal;  Measures are being actively pursued to strengthen staffing capacity in both the short and long term; The Ministry acknowledges and commends the dedication and professionalism of nursing staff at CWMH, and thanks the public for their understanding and cooperation. Any further updates will be communicated accordingly. ENDS
