People and Culture

Population

Estimated population in 2007 was around 827,900. Fiji's multicultural mix includes, Indians, Fijians, Chinese, Pacific islanders, Europeans and other westerners.

57% Fijians (predominately Melanesian with a Polynesian admixture)

38% Indians

5% others

Language

English is the official language and is widely spoken. Fijian and Hindi (Fiji Hindi)  are widely spoken by respective communities.

Religions

Christians 53%

Hindu 34%

Muslim 7%

Other unspecified 6%

Common useful Fiji terms

Bula- Hello in fijian

Namaste. Hello in hindi

Vinaka. Thank you

Moce: Goodnight or Good bye