Saturday, 2 May, 2026

8:07 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: News Desk

Over 690 early childhood educators complete training

KUCHING: More than 690 early childhood educators across Sarawak have completed training for the new Kurikulum Prasekolah 2026 (KP2026) through a series of programmes hosted by Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus. The sessions were organised in collaboration with the Association of Kindergarten Operators (AKO) and endorsed by the Ministry

APACE strategic platform to nurture local aerospace industry ecosystem

KUCHING: The Asia Pacific Aerospace Conference & Exhibition (APACE) 2026 serves as a strategic platform to strengthen Sarawak’s aerospace industry ecosystem, particularly in local talent development, aircraft maintenance, and aerospace manufacturing. Beyond industry growth, the event also plays an important role in nurturing future talent by opening doors for students

Celebrity-themed concert boosts state tourism appeal

MIRI: The staging of the concert “Imran Ajmain – Malam Seribu Tahun – Live in Miri” on February 13 is expected to revitalise Sarawak’s tourism appeal, particularly in the city of Miri, in line with the targets of Visit Malaysia Year 2026. The concert, to be held at Eastwood Valley

GETS-WRP’s March and April intakes open for local graduates

KUCHING: Applications are now open for the final intake of the Graduates Enhancement Training Sarawak (GETS) Workplace Readiness Programme (WRP) for March and April this year. The programme, organised by the Sarawak Centre of Performance Excellence Sdn Bhd (SCOPE), is designed to enhance the employability of Sarawak graduates by equipping

Additional RM30 million approved for Sematan riverfront project

SEMATAN: RM30 million in additional funding has been approved to continue the Sematan riverfront project, extending development along the town’s coastal area and boosting local tourism. Tanjong Datu state assemblyman, Azizul Annuar Adenan, said the allocation will be used to extend the existing riverfront walkway to the Normah Seafood Family

Flood mitigation projects for Kuching presented to Premier

KUCHING: The Kuching City Flood Mitigation Plan Phase 2 and the Sungai Semariang Flood Mitigation Project were presented to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at the Satria Pertiwi Complex here today. Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, said the presentation which took place today was

SS gets up to speed on District Office operations

SUBIS: State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki made a working visit to the District Office here on Monday (Jan 26) to review administrative operations and engage directly with staff on issues affecting service delivery and workplace welfare. The visit reflected the Sarawak government’s commitment to ensuring public services

Rep disburses RM30,000 grant for school building fund

KUCHING: SJK Chung Hua Stampin has received a RM30,000 Minor Rural Project (MRP) grant for its building fund, supporting ongoing infrastructure upgrades and efforts to improve the school’s learning environment. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin, who handed over the funds, said education remains a long-term investment requiring consistent

Azalina remarks contradict historical and constitutional facts: Senator

KUCHING: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said’s assertion that the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) contains no provision on the ownership of oil and gas is grossly erroneous. In stating this Senator Susan Chemerai Anding said it contradicts both historical and constitutional

Sarawak gets going on building future-ready aviation ecosystem

KUCHING: Sarawak is undertaking a feasibility study on the proposed new Kuching International Airport, a key step in its long-term plan to build a future-ready aviation ecosystem. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the study will explore more than just constructing a larger airport and focus on long-term