Tag: Girmitiya
After historic apology, Fiji moves to build a reconciled nation
By Kalinga Seneviratne in Suva
In an emotionally charged “Reconciliation and thanksgiving” service organised by Fiji’s Methodist Church -- the country’s largest Christian denomination --...
Historic Girmit Day apology accepted as Fiji enters new era of unity and reconciliation
By Arieta Vakasukawaqa in Suva
History unfolded live at the Vodafone Arena at Laucala Bay in Suva yesterday when the Methodist Church of Fiji and...
‘Time is right for reconciliation’ – Fiji’s Methodist Church seeks to mend race relations
By Rachael Nath
The Methodist Church of Fiji is seeking forgiveness from the descendants of Indian indentured labourers, or Girmitiyas, for the transgressions of the...