Fiji's Health Ministry faces a severe healthcare worker shortage due to recent emigration.

Fiji's Health Ministry is grappling with a significant shortage of healthcare workers, as noted by Minister Atonio Lalabalavu. Despite recent hiring efforts, staffing levels remain inadequate, leading some hospitals to operate at minimal capacity. Over the past two years, approximately 40,000 more Fijians have emigrated than returned, raising concerns among policymakers about the implications for the country's economy and workforce.

September 09, 2024
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