Computer Services Limited (CSL Samoa) announced a new partnership with Kontiki Finance aimed at improving access to technology through flexible financing options for customers across Samoa.

The initiative follows CSL Samoa’s recent rebrand and reflects the company’s renewed focus on supporting the country’s digital development. As a fully Samoan-owned business, CSL says the collaboration is intended to help individuals, families and businesses better participate in the digital economy.

Under the agreement, customers will be able to access financing options when purchasing a range of products from CSL Samoa, including Starlink kits, smart televisions and computers. The companies say the offering is designed to ease financial pressure at a time when many households are facing rising living costs.

CSL Samoa Chief Executive Officer David Main said the partnership is focused on reducing barriers to essential technology.

“This partnership is about removing barriers,” Main said. “By working with Kontiki Finance, we are enabling more Samoans to access the tools they need to stay connected, improve productivity, and participate more fully in the digital economy, without the pressure of upfront costs.”

The financing process will be handled in-store at CSL Samoa, where customers can complete applications with assistance from staff. Applications will then be submitted to Kontiki Finance for assessment, with approval subject to the lender’s criteria and processing timeframes.

Kontiki Finance Executive Director Lemalu Rasalama Tiavo said the partnership represents a step forward in responding to changing community needs.

She said the collaboration aims to make modern technology more accessible for education, employment and communication, while also simplifying the financing process for customers.

“We are proud to be CSL’s first finance partner and to enter the technology retail sector through this collaboration,” Tiavo said. “It allows us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and support communities in an increasingly digital world.”

Customers approved for financing will be able to collect their products directly from CSL Samoa once the process is complete.

The companies said the program will offer clear terms, responsible lending practices and support for customers making purchasing decisions.

Kontiki Finance will retain full responsibility for all lending decisions, including approvals, loan amounts and repayment terms. CSL Samoa said it will not be involved in loan repayment or credit risk.

The partnership is positioned as part of broader efforts to improve connectivity and digital access across Samoa, particularly as demand for technology continues to grow.