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Case study · Samoa
SAMOA: Tevita knows business in Savai’i – that’s an understatement!
As a Business Advisor with the Samoan Business Hub for over 18 years, Tevita Tariu Sinapati has worked with hundreds of businesses on the island of Savai’i, Samoa. Yeah, he laughs: “I think I know every business in Savai’i - I know everything about Savai’i.”
18 April 2025
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Case study · Vanuatu
VANUATU: Stitches to success - from hobbyist to entrepreneur
In her childhood Kerima Kalangi enjoyed watching her mother sew and this joy sparked an interest in sewing and valuable business skills which has grown a hobby into a developing garment business.
12 April 2025
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Case study · Papua New Guinea
PNG: Solar power – a tool for empowerment and transformation
More accessible and affordable off grid and home solar power systems are making a huge difference to the lives of people in PNG. Approximately 60% of households now use solar energy, which is a dramatic increase from 2% in 2012.
11 April 2025
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Case study · Cook Islands
COOK ISLANDS: Upcycling, Circle Cook Islands shows the way
“We are very, very grateful to Business Link Pacific for what they have done for Circle Cook Islands. They see the people behind the organisation and want to understand the dream or vision and really help.” What better way to start this story than that?
4 April 2025
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Case study · Cook Islands
COOK ISLANDS Coffee made with love
Nathan Ivaiti owns the Love Café in Tupapa, Rarotonga. Named in honour of his late father, the Love Café opened its doors eight years ago. The café occupies a small building tacked onto the front of the family home, conveniently located on the main road. Nathan went into the café business following experience managing and…
28 March 2025
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Case study · Samoa
SAMOA: Jessohn’s Fashion n Design
On the rural island of Savai’i, SME business owner Jessie Televave John Pulaa is strengthened her business with the support of BLP, local private sectors organisations and business associations.
21 March 2025
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Case study · Cook Islands
COOK ISLANDS: Paula's Crafts & Jewellery
Paula Sherwin most definitely has the crafty gene which runs through the female side of her family. Selling crafty products largely produced by her extended family, Paula’s Crafts and Jewellery is located in Tutakimoa, Rarotonga.
17 March 2025
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Case study · Papua New Guinea
PNG: Fefem Makana Merchants - a 'cold, clear’ business opportunity
Fefem Makana Merchants, a family-run enterprise in Port Moresby, transformed from an informal business into a successful structured business entity with the support of a local business advisor.
5 March 2025
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Case study · Papua New Guinea
PNG: Taking care of business means taking care of staff
Breaking news – your one-stop shop for human capital management is soon to open a separate division, just for you! Yes, the human capital needs of SMEs in PNG will be packaged up and tailored to suit the particular challenges SMEs face. Who is this one-stop shop? Human Capital Management Solutions (HCMS), and Linda Paru…
3 March 2025
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Case study · Papua New Guinea
PNG: Passage Travellers Inn gets a tech boost!
Passage Travellers Inn provides accommodation services. In 2022 it started with three rooms and has since expanded to 17 rooms today, catering to travellers visiting Buka, offering a comfortable and convenient place to explore the island. The business employs eight staff members including six females.
24 February 2025
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Get For Less - meeting the needs of local communities
Despite being the sole convenience store in the area, Get For Less Dairy Shop has become the go-to destination for approximately 500 residents from local communities. Nestled on Narendra Singh Road in Sabeto, Nadi, Get For Less is the brainchild of entrepreneur Saleshni Devi.
20 February 2025
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Top quality Bormann tools now available
Spotting a gap in the construction market, Vishaal Sharma, owner of Genuine Suppliers Pte, set about securing a contract to supply quality hardware from Bormann Tools to Fiji. Now the official distributor, Vishaal doesn’t plan to stop there.
18 February 2025