(PRESS RELEASE Apia, Samoa – 6th March 2025) – The Samoa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) held its March Members Meeting on Monday 3rd March 2025. This meeting, hosted by Digicel Samoa at the Lava Hotel, was the formal introduction of Digicel’s new Chief Executive Officer Karl Vizvary and promotion of their products MyCash and Internet and Digital solutions.
The evening began with an opening prayer from SCCI Finance Manager Faraimo Leaia, followed by a policy presentation from the Samoa Airport Authority (SAA) on the proposed fee changes. SAA Chief Executive Officer Tumanuvao Evile Falefatu and his management were in attendance, with the Finance Manager Fiu Manutoaiga, presenting the proposed increases to the departure tax, aviation security charge, VIP Fale fee and vehicle parking fees. This opportunity for dialogue strengthens SCCI’s PublicPrivate Partnership with the Government of Samoa and ensures future inclusion of the private sector to provide feedback on relevant legislation.
One of the meeting’s main events was the special introduction of the new Digicel Samoa CEO, Karl Vizvary, who was excited to come on board and continue to build on the strong partnerships Digicel has formed with the private sector. Mr. Vizvary reiterated Digicel Samoa’s commitment “… in providing innovative digital solutions that support businesses, communities and individuals in Samoa.
As we move forward, our focus remains on delivering fast and reliable connectivity, expanding digital financial services and enhancing customer experiences”. He also spoke on his drive to explore ways to collaborate to drive innovation, productivity and growth with the private sector and that “… building strong relationships with the private sector is important to Digicel”.
Mr. Vizvary introduced members of his team, Faunaflora Leavasa, who presented on MyCash, Digicel’s mobile financial service that makes digital transactions easier and more accessible and Head of Home and Entertainment, Charlize Leo, who shared Internet and Digital solutions for office and home usage.
Digicel also presented their Maota Promotional Offer, an opportunity to upgrade to next-level home internet speed, with a $129 Maota Plan that includes 500G data and a free router. The Digicel Samoa team held a business card draw for Chamber members to be in to win vouchers, gift bags and a Maota Plan free router with 500G data.
The SCCI Members Meetings serve as a forum for its members and the business community, to be given an update on the work conducted by the SCCI Executive Council and Secretariat. The meeting was chaired by Chamber President Fa’aso’otauloa Sam Saili and was followed by a networking session.
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SOURCE – Samoa Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc.
