1,006 recipients were given $1000 each today as part of the 26th phase of the Micro and Small Business Grant disbursement that took place at Ganilau Park in Savusavu today.
While officiating at the event, Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism Faiyaz Koya highlighted that today government has provided a total investment of $984,401 in Savusavu and this is the second largest number of grant recipients in the North.
He says that this is indeed a proud moment as the government has invested a total of $14.5 million to support 15,018 micro entrepreneurs, to date.
Koya adds that the Micro and Small Business Grant initiative serves as a platform in mainstreaming informal micro and small operators into the formal sector and commitment to improve the standard of living and provide sustainable livelihoods for all Fijians.
He says this grant will go towards the people’s various business ventures that range from canteen, livestock farming, and tailoring, to name a few.
Koya also encouraged entrepreneurs to incorporate innovation, creativity and thinking outside the box in their business models.
He also urged each and every recipient to utilize the grant for its real intended purpose and strive for the betterment of their business and their livelihood.
