Nadi, Fiji – The Nadi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) joined business leaders, community representatives, and members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat on Sunday, 31 May 2026, for the groundbreaking ceremony of a multi-million dollar project undertaken by Unifurn Investments Pte Limited.
The new project which will comprise of a modern showroom and warehouse facilities will be constructed by Al Furqan Construction and will be leased by Fiji’s leading white-goods retailer and wholesaler, Al-Hamd Smart Living.
Located beside the Motorex Complex on Nadi Back Road, the multi-million dollar project is the vision of NCCI Vice President Ashfaaq Khan, proprietor of Unifurn Investments Pte Limited, Al-Hamd Smart Living and Al-Furqan Construction.
The foundation-laying ceremony was conducted by the National President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Fiji, Maulana Naeem Iqbal and directors of the company.
NCCI President Lawrence Kumar attended as Guest of Honour and delivered the welcome address, highlighting the broader significance of local investment in driving Nadi’s economic growth.
“Today marks more than the turning of the first sod. It marks the beginning of a new chapter of investment, confidence, and growth in Nadi,” NCCI President Lawrence Kumar said.
Mr Kumar commended Unifurn Investments Pte Limited and Al-Hamd Smart Living for taking this significant step, noting that such investments create employment, strengthen supply chains, and contribute to the economic development of the region. He also reflected on Nadi’s growing role as Fiji’s commercial gateway.
“Projects like this demonstrate that growth is not only driven by large corporations, but also by visionary local businesses willing to invest in infrastructure, innovation, and people,” Mr Kumar said.
The NCCI President also acknowledged the involvement of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat, recognising the values of integrity, trust, and community service as essential to building successful enterprises and strong societies.
Mr Kumar extended his best wishes to the directors and management of the three respective companies involved in the project, expressing confidence that the project would become a landmark development serving customers and contributing positively to the economic landscape of Nadi.
About Nadi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI)
The Nadi Chamber of Commerce and Industry is the leading business advocacy organisation representing the commercial interests of the Nadi business community. The NCCI supports local enterprise, fosters economic development, and promotes investment in the Nadi region.
