Postal service provider Post Fiji Pte Limited has rejoined the M-PAiSA agent network, a move that will significantly enhance financial accessibility across the country, particularly for remote regions.
The partnership has also come at a critical time, providing a vital lifeline for families in rural and maritime areas preparing for the new school year.
The availability of M-PAiSA services at Post Fiji locations ensures parents and guardians in those remote areas can conveniently access funds provided by Government to purchase school stationeries, bags, uniforms and other supplies for their chidren’s schooling needs, and make cashless payments using M-PAiSA QR at those outlets.
“Post Fiji provides extensive network of physical outlet infrastructure that bridges the service gap between urban financial hubs and remote communities,” Post Fiji chief executive officer Mr Isaac Mow said in a statement/.
“By leveraging this existing footprint, seamless cash-in and cash-out services as well as cashless payments through M-PAiSA QR can be made where they are needed most.”
Digital Financial Services (DFS) general manager Shailendra Prasad welcomed Post Fiji back in the fold as M-PAiSA agents.
“Post Fiji is strategically positioned for rural and maritime outreach and has the capacity and trained personnel to provide professional services,” Mr Prasad said.
“This will assist in extending M-PAiSA services in hard-to-reach places where Post Fiji is present.”
Mr Prasad said the major benefit was significant savings in travel time and cost with M-PAiSA services available at local post offices, with staff fully equipped and trained to handle digital financial transactions securely and efficiently.
He said the partnership reaffirmed the commitment of both M-PAiSA and Post Fiji to fostering financial inclusion and supporting the economic well-being of all Fijians, regardless of their geographical location.
“It also opens opportunities for social welfare beneficiaries who may opt to receive their monthly allowance via M-PAiSA to now be able to withdraw their money at Post Fiji outlets throughout Fiji.
“Thousands of rural M-PAiSA users who also receive remittances from families abroad will also be able to access full suite for M-PAiSA services at Post Fiji outlets.”
