Overview of Vodafone Fiji
Vodafone Fiji is one of Fiji's main mobile operators. Founded in 1994, it is fully locally owned: Amalgamated Telecommunications Holdings holds 51% and the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) holds 49%. It serves more than 780,000 users and covers 96% of the population. It started a 5G pilot in 2024, launched commercial 5G in 2025, and holds ISO 27001:2022 certification for information security.
Vodafone Fiji provides services such as mobile, broadband, mobile payment (M-PAiSA), and streaming (Vodafone Play). M-PAiSA is Fiji's leading mobile payment platform, adding international remittance capability in 2024.
Basic Information of Vodafone Fiji
- Established: 1994
- Headquarters: Suva, Fiji
- Equity: 100% locally owned (ATH 51%, FNPF 49%)
- Number of users: 780,000+
- Population coverage: 96%
- 5G: Trial commercial use in 2024, official commercial use in 2025
- Network standards: 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G NR
- Certification: ISO 27001:2022 (2025)
Development History and Milestones
Vodafone Fiji was established in 1994, in a joint venture with Telecom Fiji to operate cellular services. By mid-1996, the number of users exceeded 3,000. Since then, coverage and user base gradually expanded. In the 2000s, mobile data and value-added services were launched. In the 2010s, M-PAiSA mobile payment was introduced, becoming an important platform for financial inclusion in Fiji. In 2024, trial commercial use of 5G was initiated, Vodafone Play streaming service was launched, and M-PAiSA added international remittances. In 2025, 5G officially launched commercially and ISO 27001 certification was obtained.
Core Technical Capabilities
Wide coverage
Covers 96% of the population, 780,000+ users, one of the main mobile networks in Fiji
M-PAiSA
Leading mobile payment platform, supporting domestic transfers and international remittances
Vodafone Play
A streaming service sold with mobile and M-PAiSA
5G and security
5G commercial use, ISO 27001 certification ensures data security
IoT Applications
Vodafone Fiji provides mobile connectivity for tourism, agriculture, fisheries, and government in Fiji. After the commercial rollout of 5G, it supports smart tourism, remote monitoring, and other applications. M-PAiSA can support the integration of IoT devices with payment scenarios.
Competitive Advantages
- Fully Local: 100% local equity, in line with Fiji's policy direction
- 5G Pioneer: One of the first 5G commercial operators in Fiji
- M-PAiSA: Leading mobile payments, supporting inclusive finance
- Digital Services: Value-added services such as streaming and international remittances