KUCHING: Sarawak’s development agenda and key needs were the focus of a special state development meeting chaired jointly by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at the Satria Pertiwi Complex here today. The meeting, which lasted about an hour, discussed
KUCHING: Residents in Batu Kawa here have voiced disappointment over attempts by a non-governmental organisation (NGO) to halt the second phase of the Desa Wira flood mitigation project, saying the project is crucial to protect communities frequently affected by flash floods. Recent heavy rainfall triggered mandatory evacuations involving 91 families
KUCHING: Local non-governmental organisation (NGO), Hope Place, has extended a helping hand to a 59-year-old mentally disabled man living in a derelict wooden house at Sg. Moyan here. Chin Kuek Chian, who lives alone in his late parents’ dilapidated single-storey home, is a recipient of continuous food aid from the
SARIKEI: River conservation works in Meradong District are being intensified to improve water flow and reduce flood risks in several affected areas. Federal Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, said the project reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing drainage infrastructure to safeguard the well-being of
KAJANG: The National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) will open special family visits for clients undergoing rehabilitation at Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centres (PUSPEN) nationwide during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. AADK Director-General, Datuk Ruslin Jusoh, said the sessions will involve clients undergoing the Institutional Treatment and Rehabilitation Programme (RPDI) at all
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has taken constructive action to mitigate issues such as flooding and potholes that have been identified along Lorong Sungai Apong near the Sungai Apong Basketball Court (SABA). Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the problems were discovered during a recent walkabout in the
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy has uncovered three more cases of electricity theft here involving concealed underground cables at Batu Kawa, Stutong and Jalan Stephen Yong. The cases were detected by Sarawak Energy through its operations and retail arm, Syarikat SESCO Bhd (SESCO), during recent inspections. According to Sarawak Energy, the illegal
BINTULU: The public is urged to use the Volunteer Smartphone Patrol (VSP) application to report safety concerns and provide information directly to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). Bintulu District Police chief, Superintendent Nixon Joshua Ali, said the app allows the police to receive early tips from the community, enabling faster
TATAU: The community here is stepping up efforts to fight crime alongside police and enhance local safety through stronger cooperation and community engagement. Minister in the Premier’s Department, Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai, who is also Tatau assemblyman, said the police cannot safeguard the community alone and stressed that public
KUCHING: The supply of cooking oil and other essential goods in the country remains sufficient despite growing concerns over global market stability following the conflict in West Asia. Deputy Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living, Senator Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh, said the government has taken precautionary measures to