Fiji Indigenous Business Council

28/08/2026

As we conclude the final day of the Fiji Indigenous Business Council (FIBC) Symposium 2026, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every person who attended and participated in this meaningful event.

We sincerely thank our Honourable Prime Minister, distinguished speakers, sponsors, business leaders, members, delegates, and invited guests for sharing their time, knowledge, and experiences. Your contributions have made this Symposium a valuable platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the advancement of Indigenous business development in Fiji.

Vinaka Vakalevu to everyone who helped make the FIBC Symposium 2026 a success.

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

More shots for Day 1 FIBC Symposium 26.

27/08/2026

As Day 1 of the FIBC Symposium 2026 comes to a close, we extend our sincere gratitude to the Honourable Prime Minister of Fiji and everyone who contributed to today's success.

Today's discussions have inspired meaningful dialogue and strengthened our commitment to building sustainable Indigenous business systems. We look forward to continuing the conversation on Day 2.

Vinaka Vakalevu.

12/08/2026

Fijian-owned micro and small tourism businesses can apply for grants of up to $25,000 under the Pilot Tourism Micro and Small Enterprise Fund 2026–2027.

Micro: Up to $15,000
Small: Up to $25,000
Applications close: 30 September 2026

Eligible businesses must be at least 51% Fijian-owned and operating for at least 2 years.

Apply now and grow your tourism business!

GRANT SUPPORT OPENS FOR FIJIAN-OWNED TOURISM BUSINESSES

Fijian-owned micro and small tourism businesses can now apply for grant funding of up to $25,000 to improve their products, services and visitor experiences.

Applications for the Pilot Tourism Micro and Small Enterprise Fund for the 2026–2027 financial year are open from 12 August to 30 September 2026.

The initiative, administered through the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, provides financial assistance to help eligible tourism businesses grow, diversify their offerings and improve the experiences available to visitors.

Funding is available up to:

✅ $15,000 for Micro Enterprises
✅ $25,000 for Small Enterprises

The Fund can support projects including improvements to tourism products and experiences, website upgrades and other visibility initiatives, technology that enhances visitor experiences, visitor amenities and signage, small-scale infrastructure such as trails, accessibility improvements, culture and heritage experiences, environmentally sustainable tourism, agritourism and wellness initiatives.

To be eligible, applicants must be Fijian citizens aged 18 years or above and operate a registered business that has been operating for at least two years. The business must be at least 51 per cent Fijian-owned, earn the majority of its revenue from tourism activities and be able to contribute one-third of the project cost.

Applications can be submitted online or in person at the Ministry’s offices in Suva, Nadi and Savusavu.

Applicants are encouraged to read the Fund Policy and eligibility requirements carefully before applying.

📅 Applications close: 30 September 2026

For full details, the Fund Policy and online application form, visit: Pilot Tourism Micro and Small Enterprise Fund – Apply Online

For enquiries, contact 8926220 or 9922604, or email: [email protected].

12/08/2026

𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓

The Ministry of Commerce and Business Development invites qualified professionals to apply for membership of the 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥, representing either the 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 or 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 sector.

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞: 4.00pm, Monday, 7 September 2026.

11/08/2026

FIBC SYMPOSIUM 2026

THE RESET IMPERATIVE

Join us for two powerful days of business, networking, learning and new opportunities as we explore the future of indigenous businesses in Fiji.

📅 27–28 August 2026
📍 Novotel, Lami Bay

👑 Chief Guest: Prime Minister, Honorable Sitiveni Rabuka

🎤 Hear from leading business voices including Peni Moi, Div Damodar, Wiliki Takiveikata and many more!

💼 Registration:
Financial Members – $250
Associate Members – $150

🚨 JOIN TODAY AND SECURE YOUR SPOT!

📞 330 0013 | 📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.fibc.org.fj

07/08/2026

Wishing you all a peaceful and blessed weekend.