She believes the e-commerce platform would help businesses in Fiji. Akeneta Vonoyauyau works for Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC).

She recently graduated from the E-commerce platform, an in-house training across the Pacific Islands. Ms Vonoyauyau deals with consumer issues and complaints at FCCC and was amongst the 75 that underwent a four weeks training, of which two thirds were women.

The portal which was launched last week has all the features and information on how to put your business online.

How Many Places Have You Visited Around Fiji?

I have been to the interior of Viti Levu, Ovalau, but have yet to travel to other outer islands.

What Is The One Place In Fiji You Would Take Visitors To, And Why?

Taveuni.

It’s the garden island of Fiji, to visit the waterfalls and waterslides.

One of the many pools of Taveuni.

What Is Your Favourite Place For Coffee/Pie, And Why?

I prefer tea over coffee.

My favourite pastry is chicken pie at the Hot Bread Kitchen but recently the chicken pie at Extra Supermarket.

What Is Your Favourite Backyard Spot, And Why?

I’m a family person. As a working mother, I would spend any time I get with my children.

What Is One Place In Fiji That Remains On Your Bucket List?

Rotuma.

I have always heard that it’s a beautiful place with beautiful people, they have a traditional way of welcoming.

My colleagues always go there every six months.

Rotuma Island.

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