Ministry of Communications (Fiji)

The Department of Communications’ core responsibility is to facilitate the provision of Information & Communications Technology (ICT) and Postal Services that are accessible and affordable.

The Department also administers the licensing and regulation of the radio and television broadcasting industries. With the promulgation of the National Spectrum Decree 2009, the government with Telecommunications Authority of Fiji will ensure the better management of radio frequencies to attract new players and promote competition.

The Department of Communication’s major objective is to provide efficient, competitive, cost-effective and accessible telecommunication and postal services to all Fijians. These objectives are fulfilled in turn by the Department through developing and implementing policies, legislations and regulations pertaining to telecommunications and postal communications to maintain Fiji’s position as the regional Hub of ICT and Communications.

The Department also works closely with the regulators office – Telecommunications Authority of Fiji in ensuring that the proper monitoring and regulatory oversight of the sector is maintained.