KUCHING: The government’s proposed ban on smartphones for students under 16, though aimed at curbing bullying and violence in schools, may not effectively address the root causes of the problems. Association of Boards of Management of Chung Hua Primary Schools (SJKCs) in Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Divisions president Datuk Jonathan
KUCHING: The Sarawak Teachers Union (STU) has urged the Ministry of Education (MOE) to hold immediate face-to-face discussions with teachers’ union leaders nationwide. STU president Kullin Djayang said such a meeting would help find solutions to address student disciplinary problems, teachers’ fears and uncertainties, and to strengthen safety measures in
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak’s (PRS) President, Datuk Seri Joseph Salang Gandum, called for the creation of more rural Dayak constituencies with smaller rural constituencies. Speaking at the party’s 6th Triennial Delegates Conference (TDC) today, Salang said smaller rural constituencies would enable smoother implementation of government projects and facilitate the dissemination
KUCHING: The upgrading of the Sarawak Native Court is currently being refined and has reached its final stage of discussion, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the initiative is part of the state government’s comprehensive effort to strengthen and elevate the status of the
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg called on the people to focus on nation-building instead of excessive politicking to ensure long-term stability and progress. He said Sarawak’s steady political climate was the result of a government that prioritises developing its people rather than engaging in political
LUNDU: Aids to Navigation (ATON) in Sarawak, including lighthouses, navigational buoys, and beacons, are operating at an optimal level as verified by an audit from Lloyd’s Maritime Institute. Deputy Minister for Transport (Maritime and Riverine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, said that the audit findings reflected the State’s strong commitment to
KUCHING: The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) recent visit to seven hospitals across Sarawak has confirmed what the State has been highlighting for years: Sarawak’s public healthcare system is not only underpaid but also severely overworked. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said that the Human Resource Division from
KUCHING: Sarawakians are called to take better responsibility for their own health as part of efforts to build a stronger and healthier state, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said the participation of 35 organisations in the ‘Together for Health’ programme showed the community’s growing awareness
KUCHING: The iconic White Cat statue at the Padungan Roundabout shone brightly with Deepavali lights, symbolising the unity and harmony that embodied Sarawak’s multicultural spirit. The lighting ceremony, organised by the Kuching South City Council (MBKS), was officiated by the Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. Dr Sim
KUCHING: The Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Sarawak is awaiting the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s assent to Article 95C of the Federal Constitution and the amendment of the Environmental Quality Act (EQA) 1974. The move will officially pave the way for the state to assume full control over environmental matters.
