Sunday, 15 February 2026

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Government strengthens SACOFA’s role in state telecom expansion

KUCHING: The state government is placing strong emphasis on the role of SACOFA Sdn Bhd (SACOFA) in driving the expansion of telecommunications infrastructure across the state. Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi, said the initiative is also important to be implemented in collaboration with all agencies and telecommunications

Sarawak’s unified water entity name launching in June

KUCHING: The official name of the new Sarawak’s single water entity is expected to be officially launched in June, said Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi. Julaihi said that the merger of the three water agencies that involve the Kuching Water Board (KWB), Sibu Water Board (SWB) and

Asajaya residents urged to rise with rapid development

ASAJAYA: Residents in the Asajaya area are urged to progress in line with ongoing development and to reap its benefits, especially in the field of education, said its assemblyman, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Speaking at the Asajaya Hari Raya Aidilfitri gathering here today, Abdul Karim who is also

741 residents confirmed participation in NCR land development project

LUNDU: A total of 741 residents here received confirmation letters for participation in a Native Customary Rights (NCR) land development project, in an effort to strengthen land ownership and improve local agricultural infrastructure. According to Opar assemblyman, Billy Sujang, the recipients comprised 121 residents from Kampung Kendaie and 620 from

Batang Lupar 2 Bridge on track for 2026 completion

SRI AMAN: The Batang Lupar 2 Bridge is on track for completion in the first quarter of 2026, with construction progress now reaching 57.99 percent. According to Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) Facebook post, the progress was highlighted during an official site visit by its director, Dr Cassidy Morris, recently.

Swedish companies explore green energy collaboration with Sarawak

KUCHING: Sweden has shown keen interest in Sarawak’s green energy development, with its companies poised to enhance collaboration with the state government to drive the sector forward. Sweden’s ambassador to Malaysia, Niklas Wiberg, said the potential for collaboration with Sarawak in this effort was discussed, considering that more than 100

Bintulu-Jepak Bridge marks new era for Bintulu development

BINTULU: The newly completed Bintulu-Jepak Bridge serves as one of the symbols of the second wave of development currently underway in the division. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg emphasised that the completion of the bridge marks the beginning of a new, modern and inclusive chapter for

Tatau development aims to reduce local housing costs

BINTULU: New areas in Tatau will be developed as part of an effort to address the rising cost of housing here, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the initiative aims to increase housing supply and ensure property prices remain reasonable and within reach for

Bintulu recognised as emerging global low-carbon industrial hub

BINTULU: Bintulu has been recognised as one of only four emerging industrial clusters worldwide that leverage low-carbon and renewable energy sources. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that this recognition came from a senior official of the World Economic Forum (WEF) who visited Sarawak recently to

RM1.67mil allocated for Kampung Ampungan riverbank upgrade

SERIAN: A total of RM1.67 million has been allocated by the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA) to upgrade the riverbank area in Kampung Ampungan. According to Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, the project is among the largest and most unique being implemented