Monday, 16 February 2026

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Interest among youth ensures customs, culture remain alive

LIMBANG: Young people should take an interest in their customs, cultures, and traditions, said Deputy Minister of Transport and Limbang MP Datuk Hasbi Habibollah. He said that if young people remain indifferent, these customs, cultures, and traditions could easily disappear. “This is especially true in today’s modern world, where the

Kapit celebrates century of peace

KUCHING: Preparations are underway to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Kapit Peacemaking Agreement between the Iban and Orang Ulu (Kayan, Kenyah, and Kajang) peoples. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the event is slated for Kapit this December. “This year marks the centenary of the Kapit Peacemaking

Strong financial standing, unity cornerstones for growth

KUCHING: A strong financial standing and unity go hand in glove in the endeavour to bring Sarawak forward. Without these it would be challenging to provide for the needs of the people, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “I have learned that lesson on financial independence.

Sarawak ready to assist in devt of border areas

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is ready to assist the federal government in the development of basic infrastructure along the Malaysia-Kalimantan border. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government was collaborating with the federal government in developing the border areas. “This is especially in the

Premier gets pat for leading Sarawak towards developed state status

KUCHING: Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri commended the efforts of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, in leading Sarawak towards developed state status. According to Nancy, through political stability based on a united society, the people of Sarawak can enjoy various

Satellite technology poised to spur economic growth

KUCHING: The Sarawak government has established the Space Industry and Satellite Committee (SISCOM), recently which is responsible for developing a policy framework for the aspiration of owning and managing satellite technology assets. Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the establishment of SISCOM is to create a robust

Ministry complies with SDMC’s decision on hot spell

KUCHING: Decisions regarding school operations and activities during the current hot weather will be based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) set by the Sarawak State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC). Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the ministry will only refer to

Keen to be a teacher in Sarawak? Start applying now

KUCHING: The federal Ministry of Education (MoE) and Education Service Commission (SPP) are employing additional batches of teachers through a special recruitment initiative in a significant move to address the shortage of teachers in Sarawak. Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the

State secretary receives courtesy visit and invitation from JaPen

KUCHING: The Malaysian Information Department (JaPen) Sarawak delegation led by its director, Helmy Hamid paid a courtesy visit to Sarawak State Secretary, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki today (26 July). The purpose of the visit was to discuss and invite Abu Bakar to attend and launch the ‘National Month

Premier launches Masjid Jamek’s new towers

KUCHING: The Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak will have new towers that will incorporate a green energy concept, equipped with solar panels and energy-efficient lighting. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg officiated the launching of the new tower model for the Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak during the Sarawak State