RHB Banking Group (“RHB” or “the Group”) continues to strengthen inclusive growth among Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through its RHB #JomBiz programme, which has supported more than 1,000 microentrepreneurs nationwide since 2022. With over RM1.5 million invested to date, the programme underscores RHB’s commitment to expanding economic participation and building long-term financial resilience.
The 2026 RHB #JomBiz Award Ceremony recognised winners from Cohorts 6 and 7, marking the completion of a structured capacity-building and mentoring journey. Selected participants progressed into an extended close to 10-month acceleration and monitoring phase, receiving funding, close mentorship and continuous guidance to help scale and strengthen their businesses.
Under the programme, the top 10 proposals from each cohort secured seed funding ranging from RM5,000 to RM15,000, aimed at accelerating business growth and sustainability.
Dato’ Mohd Rashid Mohamad, Group Managing Director/Group Chief Executive Officer of RHB Banking Group, said,
“RHB #JomBiz equips microentrepreneurs with practical knowledge, financial tools and market-relevant capabilities to support sustainable business growth. Beyond funding, we focus on building confidence, strengthening financial resilience and opening pathways to new opportunities for entrepreneurs who may otherwise face barriers to growth. MSMEs are a vital pillar of Malaysia’s economic fabric, and we remain committed to helping them scale with confidence and resilience.”
Cohorts 6 and 7 feature enterprises advancing into high-potential sectors such as sustainable agriculture, recycling, food manufacturing and specialised vehicle services, reflecting a growing shift towards more resilient and environmentally responsible business models. Women continue to form the majority of participants, accounting for 70% of the programme in 2025, highlighting RHB #JomBiz’s role in supporting household income stability nationwide.
Cohort 6 – Top 3 Winners
1st Place: Encik Mohd Faizal Bin Ayob, Rekayu Furniture Studio
– Furniture manufacturing enterprise | RM15,000
2nd Place: Puan Siti Nurul Amalina Binti Abdul Manaf, Matzain Enterprise
– Vehicle headlamp restoration enterprise | RM12,000
3rd Place: Encik Mohamad Adam Bin Katman, Desa Agrofarm Enterprise
– Banana seedling supply enterprise | RM10,000
Cohort 7 – Top 3 Winners
1st Place: Encik Hanis Irfan Bin Sapeni, Sazar Empire
– Poultry farming enterprise | RM15,000
2nd Place: Puan Asna Nabihah Binti Aziz, Nature Renascent
– Agricultural waste recycling enterprise | RM12,000
3rd Place: Encik Deaniall Asyrraf Bin Rosli, Cedoqq Enterprise
– Yogurt manufacturing enterprise | RM10,000
The programme’s impact has also gained external recognition. Between 2023 and 2025, nearly 40% of RHB #JomBiz participants selected for The Star’s Outstanding Business Awards (SOBA) received the Mikro Recognition Award, reflecting the growing competitiveness of microentrepreneurs nurtured through the programme.
In 2026, RHB plans to expand RHB #JomBiz beyond the Klang Valley, reaching more microentrepreneurs in underserved communities nationwide. The programme will continue to prioritise B40 and asnaf communities, single parents and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), reinforcing RHB’s commitment to inclusive economic participation. This initiative supports RHB’s broader aspiration to empower 2.5 million individuals and businesses across ASEAN by 2027.