$25 million resort project set to boost tourism and investment in Ba

$25 million resort project set to boost tourism and investment in Ba Mr Nalumisa said the project would benefit the community through job creation, tourism growth, and increased investment opportunities. Friday 17 July 2026 | 11:30 Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa with stakeholders at the project site. Original photo: Supplied. This photo has been enhanced by AI. The Racecourse Azure Lagoon Resort and Leisure Club project in Ba is expected to create new tourism and in-vestment opportunities for the town. The $25 million development, owned by 4R Electric Group, is located at Namosau, close to Govind Park in Ba. Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa recently visited Ba to view the progress and plans for the development, which he said would contribute to economic growth in the Western Division. Related stories "This incredible project represents an es-timated $25 million investment and will be rolled out in two phases," he said. "I am incredibly proud to support develop-ments that empower our towns, create livelihoods, and build a resilient economy for all Fijians. Big things are happening in Ba". Mr Nalumisa said the project would benefit the community through job creation, tourism growth, and increased investment opportunities. He said the construction phase would gen-erate employment, while the completed facility would provide long-term jobs. The development would also strengthen Ba’s tourism and hospitality sector and position the town as a destination for in-vestment, business activities, and regional events. Sports commentator Nadeem Mohammed said the project would complement sports tourism in the area. “Very well planned and projected,” he said. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka will officiate at the groundbreaking ceremony on Saturday at 10am.