careFIJI is a mobile software application developed by the Government of Fiji to assist the Ministry of Health and Medical Services in combating the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji.[1] The mobile app is available on Google Play and App Store.[2]
The app was part of the second phase of Fiji's COVID-19 response to help the Ministry of Health in its contact tracing efforts.[3] It was launched in June 2020 by Prime MinisterFrank Bainimarama.[4] Health Minister Ifereimi Waqainabete said that the app would be important to contain any future spread of COVID-19.[5] In light of the first community case confirmed on 19 April 2021, the Permanent Secretary for Health Dr James Fong has emphasized the use of the app.[6]
Contact tracing[]
The app is based on the TraceTogether mobile application developed by the Singaporean Government.[7] It uses bluetooth technology to track encounters between users and the data is anonymous and encrypted.[8] The app is equipped with the QR check-in and check-out feature which allow individuals to scan QR codes in entry and exit of any business.[9]