Friday, 20 February 2026

Author: Amyra Varkisa

200 affordable homes to be built in Tanjung Manis

SIBU: The Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) has announced plans to build 200 units of affordable homes in Tanjung Manis. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said that the project, known as Rumah Spektra Permata (RSP), will cost approximately RM20 million. Len

2,400 participants confirmed joining Sibu fun run event

SIBU: A total of 2,400 participants have confirmed their participation in the “Rakyat Sihat, Sarawakku Makmur” Fun Run event, to be held to celebrate Sarawak’s 60 years of independence. The event, organised by the Chinese Community Leaders Association of Sibu Division, is scheduled to start at 6 am at Dataran

SUPP wants DAP MPs to do more for Sibu

SIBU: Democratic Action Party (DAP) members of parliament here have been urged to do more in the interest of the town. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Dudong Branch Chairman Wong Ching Yong, who pressed for more action said both Lanang MP Alice Lau and Sibu MP Oscar Ling, have been

Sibu Autistic Association receives RM5,000 donation

SIBU: The Sibu Autistic Association (SAA) today (June 11) received a donation amounting to RM5,000 from Dudong Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) chairman Wong Ching Yong. According to Wong, the funds were obtained from his recent litigation awards against the Malaysian Institute of Accounting (MIA). “The Federal Court has awarded me RM30,000,

Assemblyman urges responsible driving in Selangau

SELANGAU: The public is being advised to avoid vandalising and trespassing on Jalan Selangau to prevent unwanted incidents. Tamin assemblyman, Christopher Gira Sambang, said that some drivers continue to take shortcuts and open unused lanes. “This confuses other drivers and can cause accidents. I recommend that road users follow the

RM5.35m in Dana Mudahcara funds still available

SIBU: Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Deputy Minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan has encouraged event promoters to apply for the remaining RM5.35 million in Dana Mudahcara funds. “I am happy to inform that artists, artisans, cultural associations, registered NGOs under RoS, are eligible to apply for our “Dana Mudahcara untuk

Sim reminds MPs to fight for Sarawak interests

SIBU: Members of Parliament (MP) from component parties of the Unity Government have been urged to actively advocate for the betterment of Sarawak instead of merely complaining. Deputy Premier Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian stressed that the MPs are elected by the people of Sarawak and therefore have a responsibility

Sarawak under GPS the best example: Sim

SIBU: The progress enjoyed by Sarawak under the leadership of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) serves as the best example for states within Malaysia. According to Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian, the use of the Iban phrase ‘Segulai Sejalai’ as the slogan for national unity has made Sarawak

Bawang Assan to get MRP funding, thanks to Premier

SIBU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has agreed to allocate funds for Minor Rural Projects (MRP) in the opposition-held Bawang Assan constituency, according to Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said discussions will be held with the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) and Senator

Sarawak Endowment Fund accounts reach 91,163 with RM91.16mil allocated

MIRI: The Sarawak Endowment Fund (EFS) has witnessed a significant milestone with 91,163 accounts opened since 2019, totalling an allocation of RM91.16 million. Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Rosey Yunus highlighted the government’s commitment to provide RM1,000 in trust savings for every Sarawak child born