SIBU: Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan says the RoboHeritage: Bridging Art, Culture and Innovation in Sarawak programme “serves as a bridge that connects our past with our future”. He said it illustrates technology as a powerful tool in preserving and evolving one’s cultural
SIBU: Education will continue to be the main priority in the Bukit Assek constituency, affirms assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek. Chieng said while education falls under federal jurisdiction, there are instances where the Malaysian Ministry of Education (MOE) may not approve applications for school maintenance. “As the assemblyman for N.51
SIBU: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) Sibu has urged schools in Sarawak with a significant number of Iban students to consider conducting Iban language classes. Sibu SDNU chairman Chambai Lindong said this initiative aligns with Sibu SDNU’s mission to preserve and promote the heritage of the Iban. “We also
SIBU: The Department of Community Development (KEMAS) has been urged to continually enhance its services, particularly in its early childhood education programme. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Native Customs and Law), Datuk Jefferson Jamit Unyat pointed out the crucial role played by KEMAS in educating the future generation. In
SARIKEI: A total of 144 students in the Kuala Rajang constituency for Zone Tanjung Manis received school uniform aid vouchers from Yayasan Sarawak today (Dec 10). The vouchers were handed over by the Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh, who is also the
SIBU: Juma’ani Tuanku Haji Bujang Welfare Complex (KKJTHB) chairman Datuk Mohamad Yusnar Matalie has stressed the need for a positive perception shift towards the complex. He urged the community to see KKJTHB not as a place for sympathy but as a platform to nurture the potential of its young residents.
BETONG: The Spaoh sub-district will witness the initiation of major development projects next year, facilitated by the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the projects include 10 new shop lots, a futsal field, a food court area, and the construction or enhancement of
SIBU: Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) has once again woven its magic, adorning Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang with ‘A Classic Christmas’ theme, ushering the joyous spirit of the season into town. The town square boasts an enchanting spectacle featuring not only a dozen Christmas trees but also an electric train and
SIBU: The Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Bawang Assan branch has been urged to organise more activities and programmes to attract new members. Its chairman Romeo Christopher Tegong said proactive measures are necessary in expanding the party. “I urge our youth and women’s wings to organise more activities. Don’t stop here;
SIBU: The Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Bawang Assan Women’s Wing has launched the Selinggar Matahari Committee Sibu during its Pre-Christmas Gathering cum Fundraising dinner here last night (Dec 8). Its chairwoman Flora Jaya said the committee was established in its efforts to empower women within the party. “Our vision is