Transforming Rural Entrepreneurship Through Digital Marketing

The transformation of rural entrepreneurship through digital marketing is a key driver of rural economic development in Malaysia. This study examines how digital marketing platforms have succeeded, focusing on several success stories, including Jungle Girl (Pahang), Agropreneur Perlis, Nanakamalbiz (Johor), Biskut JK (Perak), and food entrepreneurs in Sabah. Descriptive qualitative methods were used, leveraging academic reports, e-commerce data, and government policies such as MyDIGITAL and the MADANI Budget 2026. The study found that digital marketing strategies, such as the use of social media, e-commerce, storytelling, and live stream advertising, helped expand markets, increase sales, and strengthen the identity of rural products. The study also addressed challenges such as lack of infrastructure support or uneven internet connectivity in rural communities, which hindered optimal access to digital transformation. In conclusion, digital marketing not only strengthens rural economies but also empowers rural communities as active players in the country’s digital economic ecosystem.

Digital Marketing, Rural Entrepreneurship, Economic Development

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