Minister’s ‘barter bug’ soars

Minister for Education Rosy Akbar follows the Barter for Better Fiji Facebook page religiously, seeking out disadvantaged families to help. The page, which was created more than a month ago, has gained traction online for the selfless display of generosity shown to people financially affected by COVID-19. Ms Akbar says her participation is, “my personal contribution to that forum. I have the barter bug.

“I do whatever little I can to support, with whatever is within my means.”

She is urging the public to help less fortunate families.

“That forum has gained a lot of momentum. I follow it very closely and it is making a lot of impact in the lives of those who are disadvantaged,” the minister said.

“We are headed through very tough times and I would like to urge an appeal to people if they have to go out of their way to make a difference in any under privileged child or families please do it with a full heart because God’s blessing will be upon you.”