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The Usahawan MADANI Mega 2026 entrepreneurship seminar drew 6,877 participants across physical and online formats, setting a Malaysia Book of Records milestone for student attendance at such events.
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The Malaysian government has committed RM9.8 billion in microfinancing through six major financial institutions to help hawkers and small traders access affordable capital, with Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong emphasizing efforts to reach grassroots entrepreneurs.
The Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development has unveiled the SINAR programme, a RM205 million support initiative designed to equip micro, small, and medium enterprises with financing and capacity-building resources to weather global economic pressures.
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Agrobank held an engagement session with traders at Kelana Jaya Farmers' Market in Petaling Jaya, working to better understand their financial needs and provide targeted support for micro-entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister Steven Sim has encouraged SME entrepreneurs nationwide to apply for the government's RM5 billion SME Stabilisation Relief Facility, now available through 20 participating financial institutions.
The Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development has partnered with Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia to expand financing options for MSMEs through guarantee schemes and advisory services.
Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister Steven Sim says Malaysia's multicultural society is a major economic strength attracting international investors. The government is also boosting SME liquidity with RM4 billion in approved financing.
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Putrajaya Corporation has introduced a 30% cut to monthly rental charges affecting food courts, hawker stalls, and wet markets across the federal territory, aiming to ease financial pressures on vendors.
Nestle Malaysia and KEMAS are calling on women nationwide to submit business ideas for Program MAGGI Wanita Cukup Berani 4.0. Five finalists will receive RM5,000 seed capital and eight weeks of mentoring to launch ventures.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed government agencies to step up efforts in informing hawkers and SMEs about available loan programmes, highlighting a gap in knowledge among business operators.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed government agencies to intensify community engagement with small traders, ensuring they are fully informed about available financing and aid programmes designed to boost their businesses.
The second MADANI Mart outlet opened in Kuantan today, offering small and medium industry entrepreneurs a platform to reach more consumers. Deputy Minister Fuziah Salleh said the ministry encourages store operators to dedicate about 10 per cent of shelf space to local SMI products.
Melaka's Science and Technology committee chairman has urged Bumiputera entrepreneurs to adopt bolder strategies, prioritize innovation and digital transformation, and shift from sustaining businesses to building growth-oriented enterprises.
The government has ordered a reduction in commercial rental rates for business premises managed by federal agencies such as MARA and UDA Holdings, effective immediately. Business leaders say the measure will provide crucial relief to micro, small and medium enterprises struggling with mounting expenses.
UDA Holdings is offering rent reductions of up to 20%, flexible payment terms and utility cost assistance to help small and medium enterprises manage operational pressures stemming from ongoing global supply chain disruptions.