SOUTH PACIFIC

“I’ve commanded you to be strong and brave.
Don’t ever be dismayed or discouraged!
I am the Lord your God, and I will be there to help you wherever you go,” Joshua 1:9

When Akosita Delai retired from teaching, she asked God to show her the next step in her desire to serve Him. Encouraged by this verse she knew without doubt that God was calling her to take up the position of KYB Director Fiji.

In 2010, CWCI NZ was invited by the CWCI International Board to partner with KYB Fiji. A team of three travelled from NZ for the main purpose of renewing  contacts and launching two new studies in Fijian, Ruth and James. These studies had been translated by a group of women who had previously been in KYB study groups in Fiji and were now in the USA. The translating of these two studies was motivated by a desire to help women in Fiji who needed to study in their heart language. The KYB studies which had begun in Fiji in 1986 were kept alive by enthusiastic women who knew that the study of God’s Word was the most important feature of their everyday living.

These two studies were launched along with the new English studies now available. Akosita made new contacts, promoted KYB and started many new groups. She travelled to outlying areas as well as the main areas of Viti Levu.

Good News studies have been used effectively to reach out to women and young people. These studies have helped many come to a personal knowledge of the Lord. Young people were also had a special Saturday afternoon, ‘Good News’ study. Poor children, some orphans have been blessed, not only with the studies, but with clothing and food.

Akosita sadly passed away in November 2024. Many have acknowledged her faithfulness, her commitment, her pastoral care and her trust in the Lord. This acknowledgement is a constant reminder and encouragement as they continue their walk with the Lord.

Kelera Nawalowalo the new Director, knew the Lord was calling her to take up this role. It was with thankful hearts that CWCI NZ appointed Kelera to this leadership role in August 2025. Kelera and her faithful team continue to reach out to women, encouraging them to study God’s Word, and look for ways to share the gospel through KYB.

This ministry in Fiji primarily to women, but also to men and young people, is also reaching out to other South Pacific Islands. Over the years, KYB Teams from NZ have made tours to Fiji. These have been special times of encouragement and fellowship.

We are thankful to the many NZ women and churches who continue to support Kelera and the KYB teams, both in prayer and finance.

If you feel led by God to contribute to this ministry in Fiji, please click here.