Fiji
MDF Fiji has benefitted
21,246
people
generated more than
USD 31m
in additional income
and resulted in
USD 34.7m
in additional revenue.
Our work in Fiji
MDF Fiji works in the key sectors of agriculture and tourism, and in the emerging outsourcing services and green energy sectors, to facilitate growth, improve competitiveness, and increase the economic resilience of vulnerable groups. MDF has also supported local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by providing effective and sustainable business development services.
Our strategy is guided by the priorities of the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership, which emphasises economic diversification in tourism, agriculture, outsourcing, MSME development and green energy, and Fiji’s National Development Plan (NDP) 2025-2029.
MDF supports Fiji’s economic development through:
- Working with diverse market players: MDF works with the private sector, government, industry bodies and business membership organisations to support innovations that stimulate industry and economic growth.
- Supporting transformation: MDF identifies emerging opportunities for sustainable and inclusive growth in the changing economy and supports partners to capitalise on these; and
- Addressing strategic or long-term issues: MDF continues its engagement on strategic issues that are critical to long-term economic growth and resilience.
Climate Change
MDF Fiji works with businesses to understand and address climate-related risks and opportunities in our work. We’ve partnered with stakeholders to introduce climate-resilient seed varieties, which enable farmers to maintain their harvests and livelihoods despite adverse weather conditions.
We also advocate for cost-effective agricultural solutions, making high-quality and cost-effective agricultural inputs accessible, supporting soil health, productivity, and sustainability in agriculture.
In renewable energy, we work with partners to increase access to solar solutions and establish a business case for electronic vehicle commercial leasing models, among others.
Inclusive growth
MDF is committed to addressing economic opportunities for women and related critical issues such as agency and time poverty. We understand that women often bear the burden of heavy workloads, leaving them with limited time for rest, supporting their children’s education and diversifying their sources of income. Our interventions are designed to reduce these constraints and increase opportunities.
MDF also works with businesses and organisations for people with disability to enhance the participation of people with disability in the economy as leaders, innovators and contributors.
Expanding the inclusion of indigenous communities is central to our work. Partnering with organisations such as the iTaukei Trust Fund Board, we support initiatives that strengthen community readiness for tourism, market access, and links to tourism businesses and stakeholders who demand sustainable and responsible tourism products and services.
Our activities
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