Bank Islam expands i-Tekad programme

KUCHING: Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad remains dedicated to expanding its i-Tekad programme in Sarawak, aiming to provide support and benefits to local small traders, said its group chief executive officer, Datuk Mohd Muazzam Mohamed.

He said that Bank Islam had previously signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Sarawak Islamic Council (MIC) which allowed the expansion of the i-Tekad programme in Sarawak by increasing the number of participants and broadening the business sectors involved.

“The programme also includes training and business coaching services to help participants, particularly those from low-income groups like asnaf and B40, improve their income through entrepreneurship and business ventures.

“We aim to enhance their potential to generate better income and improve the financial position of the participants in the i-Tekad Micro programme.

Abang Johari (centre) witnesses the handover of zakat contribution from Bank Islam represented by Mohd Muazzam (sixth left) to MIS president Datuk Misnu Taha (sixth right). Photo: UKAS

“To provide consistent support to i-Tekad participants, we are establishing a business training hub in Sarawak, staffed by appointed business coaches who will offer ongoing guidance and mentorship,” he said.

He said this when met by reporters after a courtesy call on Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Wisma Bapa Malaysia, here on Friday.

During the courtesy call, Abang Zohari witnessed the presentation of a zakat contribution amounting to RM760,000 from Bank Islam to the Sarawak Islamic Council which was derived from Bank Islam’s business revenue for the year 2023.