Wednesday, 25 March 2026

Author: News Desk

Abang Johari reappointed UNIMAS Pro-Chancellor for fourth term

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been reappointed as Pro-Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) for the term from March 15, 2026 to March 14, 2029. The reappointment was consented to by Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar in his

Sarawak strengthens data governance with new framework

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is strengthening public sector data governance by developing the Sarawak Data Governance Framework (SDGF) to guide more systematic and effective management, sharing, and integrity of government data. Deputy State Secretary (Operation) Datuk Hii Chang Kee said the availability of manageable and easily accessible data not only

SCALE Sarawak Cohort 3 opens for applications

KUCHING: Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) is continuing its push to grow high-impact local enterprises with the launch of SCALE Sarawak Cohort 3, aimed at accelerating promising startups into scalable businesses. The six-month programme, delivered in collaboration with Endeavor Malaysia, will support seven selected companies through structured mentorship, workshops

Genuine commitment by state government to help the needy

BELAGA: The Sarawak Basic Necessities Assistance (SKAS) initiative reflects the Sarawak Government’s commitment to help the people, especially those in need, so they can afford their basic necessities and enjoy a better quality of life. Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Liwan Lagang, said the programme not only provides

Stumbin water plant overwhelmed as demand outpaces capacity

KUCHING: Residents in the Stumbin and Tanjung Bijat areas of the Sri Aman Division have been experiencing intermittent water supply disruptions after demand grew beyond the capacity of the local Stumbin Water Treatment Plant, which can only produce 0.65 million litres per day (MLD). To bridge the shortfall, Sarawak Rural

Maxim Malaysia brings Ramadan aid across Sarawak

KUCHING: Maxim E-hailing Malaysia expanded its Ramadan corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts this year, reaching out to tahfiz institutions and welfare homes across three Sarawak cities with food aid, transportation assistance, and duit raya contributions. According to the press statement released on Monday (Mar 16), the programme began in Kuching,

Wheelchair-bound girl with rare syndrome needs community support

KUCHING: A social worker from Petrajaya Klinik Kesihatan recently referred 11-year-old Nuri Shafaraziah Abdullah to Hope Place Kuching after concerns were raised about her welfare. Nuri, who resides with her family in Kampung Pasir Pandak, was diagnosed with Hurler syndrome at just one year old — a rare genetic disorder

A gem of a place!

By Stanley Gona Chee Khiong A sense of serenity in the early hours of the morning – well before daybreakFrom my perch – my balcony – the fresh morning air, my source of invigorationI’m a self-confessed creature of habit when it comes to my weekday morning routineFor me, each new

SEDC Energy, Bomba strengthen community ties through Ramadan outreach

KUCHING: SEDC Energy (SEDCE) and the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) continued their annual Ramadan outreach by distributing traditional bubur pedas to communities in Batu Kawa on Monday (Mar 16). Held at the PETROS Multifuel Station (MFS) Batu Kawa, the programme saw residents from RPR Batu Kawa Phase 2,

Legal challenge: Sarawak to wait for Federal Court decision

PUTRAJAYA: Sarawak will wait for the decision of the Federal Court before any alignment of petitions is made to determine the constitutionality and continued application of federal petroleum laws in the state. According to TVS, Sarawak Attorney General Datuk Seri Saferi Ali said this follows the Federal Court’s decision today