SUVA, Fiji (24 February 2025): The Traffic Congestion Taskforce, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport (MPWMST), the Land Transport Authority (LTA), Fiji Roads Authority (FRA), and the Fiji Police Force (FPF), is taking decisive action to address the growing issue of traffic congestion in Fiji’s Central Division.
Under the leadership of Assistant Minister for MPWMST, Mr. Naisa Tuinaceva, the taskforce conducted intensive site inspections from 18-21 February 2025, focusing on critical congestion points.
These inspections identified high-traffic areas requiring immediate intervention to improve flow and reduce delays, including Wainivula Road, the junction near Rishikul Sanatan College in Valelevu, and the Khalsa Road junction via Princess Road. These locations have been flagged for prioritized traffic management improvements.
To complement these measures, joint enforcement operations will be carried out by the Police and LTA. They will focus on ensuring strict compliance with traffic regulations, especially at key junctions and bus bays, where illegal parking and accidents often cause unnecessary delays. This enforcement is expected to drastically enhance traffic efficiency and road safety.
Hon. Tuinaceva urged the public’s cooperation to help alleviate congestion. He called on all road users to take simple, effective actions such as:
• Prioritising main roads to ease pressure on secondary and residential routes.
• Minimising non-essential morning travel to reduce peak-hour traffic.
• Opting for public transportation to decrease the number of private vehicles on the road.
“These changes in travel habits will have a powerful collective impact in reducing congestion, improving safety, and creating a smoother commuting experience for everyone,” said Hon. Tuinaceva.
“While infrastructure improvements and enforcement are essential, public participation is equally crucial in creating lasting solutions.”
The Government remains fully committed to finding practical and sustainable solutions for traffic congestion. The taskforce will continue monitoring the situation, assessing the impact of measures, and making adjustments as necessary.
Motorists and pedestrians are urged to remain patient and exercise caution, as we work together to create safer and more efficient roads.
For More Information Contact:
Mrs Aseri Driu Principal Transport Planner
E: aseri.driu@mpwmst.gov.fj
Phone: 3384111
