Fiji's Military Ruler Wins Landslide Election Victory ​(2014)

Published 2016-09-13
Democratic Challenge (2014): Filmed just before the country went to the polls, this report explores Fiji's first election since the military coup in 2006. Will the election bring stability to the nation after years of ethnic tensions?

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For eight years, Frank Bainimarama has ground the judiciary and media into total submission and demolished his political opponents. But now his new constitution, abolishing racial distinctions from the government system, is being celebrated as "bringing equality and freedom to Fiji".

Dateline, SBS Australia – Ref. 6261

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All Comments (21)
  • @Kvt679tuga
    "Fiji is nothing without our indo brothers" 🙄 Stamamu !!! If it weren't for our (itaukei) generosity, my people would have proudly shipped you all back to India.
  • @whooshkaboomie
    I have seen great progress in Fiji in the last 5 to 10 years. Citizens in cities, living in nice furnished homes and driving late model vehicles. Roads & bridges built in remote areas, drinking water and electricity made available etc. More importantly kids remaining in school to finish their high school terms and further their education beyond that. Wether this is a direct result from better governing, i honestly cannot say. But things are looking up and better for Fiji. Keep it going Fiji !
  • @jaytee7275
    No man can please everyone that is an undeniable fact. His leadership can only be measured by the out come of his decisions and actions. I truly believe that Fiji is in a much better of place then she's ever been.
  • @HOTFIJI
    United we stand Divided we Fall
  • @faiyazkhan9598
    I come from a mixed family I have seen so much hate by the native Fijians specially from old traditional chiefs injecting hate and violence into our young brother's and sisters.I hope to see the new generation all to be educated and think for them self soon.thinking on your own is freedom.
  • @rlsvidz9947
    I went to Fiji in 2013.. I thought they could do a lot more back then.. hope it’s better today.
  • Fiji my brothers and sisters, African Americans are taking notices and we are sharing it with your African brothers and sisters in Africa we must all come together.
  • @Lokitai_reggae
    This former PM would be known to be the worst PM in history
  • @GodIsLoveRacumu
    God bless Fiji .God bless every citizen of Fiji .Jesus reigns .
  • @Crusader0770
    Bainimarama and his compadres will be held accountable in the future. This includes Rabuka too for overthrowing a democratic elected government.
  • @ripvision
    Fiji is now 2billion dollars in debt.