LINGGA: Road construction projects are expected to boost land value and create new economic opportunities for rural communities while strengthening connectivity in interior areas. Bukit Begunan assemblyman Datuk Mong Dagang said improved road infrastructure could act as a catalyst for development by easing access and encouraging economic activities among rural
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Monitoring has been intensified along the pedestrian walkway at Jalan Desa Ilmu following complaints over unauthorised structures built by traders in the area. Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) said in its Facebook page that its Enforcement Division conducted a follow-up inspection on Thursday (Mar 12) after receiving public
By Shella Georgina Beatrice Rural entrepreneurship plays a vital role in supporting local economies, creating employment, and improving the livelihoods of rural communities. Small businesses in rural areas often serve as the backbone of local development, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, tourism, handicrafts, and food production. However, rural entrepreneurs
By Naim Syah EVERY time Sarawak moves to strengthen its representation, a familiar reaction emerges. Suspicion. Alarm. Accusations of manipulation. The latest commentary questioning Sarawak’s ongoing electoral delineation exercise follows this well-worn script. To note that it is written by a respected political analyst is embarrassing (so much for academic
KUCHING: The federal government must maintain the RON95 petrol subsidy at RM1.99 per litre and the diesel ceiling price of RM2.15 per litre in Sarawak to shield consumers from rising living costs amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Stakan’s chairman, Datuk Sim Kiang
BINTANGOR: A mobile outreach initiative by the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) is helping communities better understand and access key welfare initiatives introduced by the Sarawak government. Meradong assemblyman and Meradong SUPP’s Chairman, Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing, said the Mobile Service 2 U programme adopts a ground-level approach to strengthen
KUCHING: Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (PETROS) is fulfilling its corporate zakat responsibility by contributing RM1 million to Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) to support programmes that benefit communities across the state. The zakat was presented by PETROS chairman, Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr) Hamid Bugo, to general manager of Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak,
KUCHING: The Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) carried out a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative at Rumah Sri Kenangan on Tuesday, contributing essential items and distributing food to residents in conjunction with the month of Ramadan. As part of the initiative, BCCK donated bedsheets to enhance the comfort and wellbeing
SERIAN: Police detained a local man for allegedly conducting online gambling activities at a premises here on Wednesday (Mar 11). Serian police chief Supt Freddy Bian Stanislaus said the suspect was detained during an inspection carried out by a Criminal Investigation Department (CID) team at about 5.15pm. “Initial checks found
KUCHING: A town hall session was organised by the Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development (KPWK) aimed at strengthening cohesion and coordination among departments while improving public service delivery. The session brought together officers and staff from agencies under the ministry, providing a platform to share information,