Government begins relocation of Veidogo, Muslim League and Kilikali settlers
Mr Nalumisa said the ministry was also working with the Housing Authority to reserve 10 per cent of new housing developments for families living in informal settlements.
Saturday 18 July 2026 | 12:30
The Ministry of Trade and Commerce is working with stakeholders on a landlord and tenancy bill, which is expected to address many of these housing challenges.
Ronald Kumar
Work is underway to relocate residents living at the Veidogo, Muslim League and Kilikali informal settlements.
The promise was made after the Ministry of Housing and Local Government was allocated more than $1.3million for these projects.
During debate on the 2026–2027 Budget, Minister for Housing and Local Government Maciu Nalumisa said a 30-acre site at Lokia would be capable of accommodating 400 to 500 families.
Negotiations also continue to acquire another site at Veivacuseva, Tacirua, to support future resettlement.
Mr Nalumisa said the ministry was also working with the Housing Authority to reserve 10 per cent of new housing developments for families living in informal settlements.
Relocation to Housing Authority subdivisions, including Makosoi, Deuba, is also being explored.
Government has allocated $10 million to formalise informal settlements nationwide.
Mr Nalumisa said 10 projects are underway, with the newest inclusion of developments at Lovu Seaside, Caubati.
Opposition MP Parveen Bala called for an increase to the $200,000 housing assistance fund for families facing eviction, arguing the current $5000 grant no longer reflects rising construction costs.
Some residents had expressed interest in returning to their villages, with the ministry working alongside the iTaukei Affairs Board to identify suitable options.
An update was also provided on the relocation of 34 tenants affected by the closure of ageing Public Rental Board flats in Nabua.
Some families have already moved into vacant PRB properties in Suva, while others have applied for homes through upcoming Housing Authority developments.
“The rest we are still working on,” he said.
