The Problems Surrounding ePemula

Sharan Raj, Social Activist | Felix Neoh, Director of Financial Planning, Finwealth Management

13-Apr-22 18:00

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Frustrated students have taken to social media to complain about ePemula, an initiative under Budget 2022 that aims to ease the financial burden of youths. First, we discuss the complaints that have plagued the launch of ePemula, and what could have been done better. Then, since this was meant as a way to offer financial support to young Malaysians, we dissect what this group actually needs right now.

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Produced by: Alia Zefri, Erin Kok, Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharmilla Ganesan

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharmilla Ganesan

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Categories: personal finance

Tags: epemula, cashless transactions, evening edition, inside story, youth, finance, financial aid, online shopping,

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