Over 40 people attended a roadshow organised by the Fiji Development Bank and the Fiji National Provident Fund at the Naqara Commercial Hub in Taveuni recently.

The event gave potential customers an opportunity to network with each other and with representatives of the service providers.

“During the event, FDB highlighted its products and services, facilitated online application drives, and provided financial literacy advice,” FDB said in a statement.

“Focus was directed towards the bank’s loan products for women entrepreneurs, agricultural farming, and SMEs. In addition, participants enquired on farming loans, investment for rentals, equity for FNPF deposits, SME access by FNPF members for those above 50 years old and eligibility for FNPF withdrawals.”

FDB chief executive officer Saud Minam said the event served as a platform for community engagement and relationship building, bringing together relevant partners and members of the public. “We recognise the heightened challenges in remote areas.

Our roadshow with the FNPF in Taveuni is a direct response to remove these barriers. It’s about making a tangible difference where it’s needed most, especially with small businesses run by women and those operating in the agricultural sector,” Mr Minam said.