KOTA KINABALU, 10 OCTOBER 2025 – CelcomDigi Berhad continued its nationwide MY5G SME Digital Workshop series in Sabah, equipping local entrepreneurs with practical tools and insights to accelerate their digital transformation journeys. Now in its third year, the 2025 edition combines hands-on digital training with on-ground engagements under the theme “Scaling New Heights with Sabah SMEs.”
The event brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and key ecosystem players to explore how digitalisation can strengthen competitiveness and resilience among Sabah’s growing SME community.
Collaborations That Drive Digital Growth
The workshop was supported by a strong network of partners, including Bank Simpanan Nasional, Funding Societies Malaysia, G & A Group, Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA), SME Bank, SME Corporation Malaysia, and TikTok Shop, among others.
Participants experienced three new highlights designed to address entrepreneurs’ real business needs:
- Business Matching: A networking platform for SMEs to exchange ideas and explore collaborations.
- Live Streaming by TikTok Shop: Practical training to help SMEs create and launch their first live content.
- Arena Usahawan: A one-stop hub offering access to funding, grants, and digital ecosystem support.
Championing Local Entrepreneurial Spirit
CelcomDigi’s Skuad 5G SME Edition complemented the workshop through direct engagements with SME owners in Kota Kinabalu — including visits to the Central Market in Sinsuran, Gaya Street, and Segama Complex. These on-ground interactions provided valuable insights into local challenges and enabled CelcomDigi to tailor digital solutions that address real business concerns.
Adding to the event’s inspiration, Adam Shamil, Founder and CEO of Chunk & Dunk and a well-known Sabahan content creator, shared his digital success story. With over 600,000 followers across social media, Adam encouraged local entrepreneurs to create content that reflects their unique identities and communities, demonstrating how creativity and technology can drive business success.
Empowering SMEs for the Digital Future
CelcomDigi’s Chief Enterprise Business Officer, Ts. Afizulazha Abdullah, emphasised the company’s commitment to helping SMEs future-proof their businesses:
“Digitalisation is no longer optional – it’s essential for growth. Our workshops are designed to inspire SMEs with real success stories, provide them with practical tools, and connect them with partners who can help them scale sustainably,” he said.
Next Stop: Kuching, Sarawak
Following the Sabah session, the MY5G SME Digital Workshop will make its final stop in Kuching, continuing its mission to reach 1,500 participants nationwide by the end of 2025.
Entrepreneurs in Sarawak are encouraged to register for the final workshop through the CelcomDigi Business website to gain first-hand exposure to digital best practices and collaboration opportunities.
For more information, visit www.celcomdigi.com.
