Cultural tension

Fiji has a great blend of cultures. The majority of the population is compromised of Melanesians (the Natives) and Indians. There are minority groups which include Europeans and Chinese.

My Indian ancestors came to the islands between the years of 1880 to 1916 to work as laborers for the British. In the past there has been great tension between the Natives and the Indians. In fact the election of the first Indian to become the Prime Minister resulted in a coup.

Many Indians are leaving the country. The future remains uncertain for the two groups. If you travel to Fiji you must be aware that there is instability in certain areas which have curfews.