DARO: A total of 9,404 residents in Daro who are eligible for the Sarawak Basic Needs Assistance (SKAS) 2026 will receive assistance under the Sarawak Government’s welfare initiative aimed at easing the rising cost of living. Daro assemblyman Dr Safiee Ahmad said the beneficiaries comprise 4,287 household recipients, 4,019 single
MUKAH: Efforts by various government agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to enliven the month of Ramadan through welfare and community programmes have been described as a commendable initiative that benefits the local community. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said the involvement of multiple parties in assisting those in need not only
KUCHING: With Hari Raya Aidilfitri just around the corner, Malaysia’s multicultural society continues to strengthen its bonds despite different backgrounds. No matter the race or religion, cultural festivals have long been celebrated together, reflecting the spirit of unity across the country. For many enforcement officers, Aidilfitri holds special memories despite
KUCHING: MBSB Bank Bhd has contributed RM85,000 to assist 340 Muslim students from underprivileged B40 families under the Sarawak Skills Group of Learning Institutions. The contribution, part of the bank’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, aims to ease the financial burden of students pursuing technical and vocational education and training
PUTRAJAYA: The federal government is strengthening flood mitigation efforts in Sarawak following recent floods triggered by heavy rainfall that affected several areas in Kuching and Lundu. The floods, reported on March 10, impacted several locations identified as flood hotspots, including Kampung Sebat Melayu, Kampung Segong, and Kampung Sileng Melayu. The
KUCHING: Amendments to federal environmental law could help clarify the division of powers between the federal government and the states of Sabah and Sarawak. Senator Rita Insol said the Environmental Quality (Amendment) Bill 2026 is significant in addressing overlaps in environmental governance. Debating the bill in the Dewan Negara on
SELANGAU: The SKAS 2026 launch in the Tamin constituency on Friday drew local residents, community leaders, and government agencies, with Bubur Lambuk distribution marking the start of Ramadan engagement activities. The event at the Selangau District Office was officiated by Tamin state assemblyman, Christopher Gira Sambang, who thanked participants for
KUCHING: Students in Baleh received education incentives on Friday, an initiative aimed at supporting learning, easing family burdens, and encouraging youth to continue their studies. The incentives were distributed under the Baleh Education Fund 2025, a long-term initiative supported by Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) as part of their Corporate Social
PANTU: A new secondary school has been proposed for construction here to cater to the future educational needs of students in the area. Sri Aman Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Doris Brodie said the proposal was raised during a recent Parliament sitting and is currently under consideration by the relevant
CHAOZHOU, China: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, paid a courtesy call on his Chaozhou counterpart, Cai Danqun, marking a significant step towards strengthening cooperation in the field of gastronomy. The meeting reflected the growing friendship between Kuching South and Chaozhou, both recognised under the UNESCO