The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) originated in Wuhan, China in December 2019 which has spread rapidly to over 200 countries and was declared a pandemic by World Health Organization (WHO) on 11 March 2020 due to its global outbreak. On Thursday, 19 March 2020, Fiji confirmed its first case of COVID-19. The disease has significantly impacted not only businesses and organizations but also the livelihood of the normal and everyday Fijian.

The Fiji National Provident Fund is aware of social responsibilities and in partnership with the Fijian Government rolled out relief packages to assist its members and employers.