Thursday, 15 January 2026

Author: News Desk

Sarawak chalks highest revenue of RM13.3bil in 2023

BY NATASHA JEE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: Sarawak has recorded the highest revenue collection for the year 2023 at RM13.3 billion. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this showed that Sarawak continued to demonstrate resilience, innovation, and a collective commitment to progress. “At first in November,

New Sarawak ID by 2025

BY NATASHA JEE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg wants to transform the Sarawak ID to make it similar to Singapore’s SingPass by 2025. The new Sarawak ID, he said, would be further enhanced to become the single trusted digital identity used by Sarawakians

SWIS database ready this year

BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & NATASHA JEE KUCHING: The Sarawak Workforce Information System (SWIS) database is expected to be completed this year. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Sarawak government had collaborated with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) in setting up the database. “Once

Minister presents aid to family of late Nurhaslinda

BY JASNITA AHMAD RANDURAH KUCHING: Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri visited the family of the late Nurhaslinda Abdullah at Taman Dahlia, Matang here last Thursday. The purpose of the visit was to hand over the donation of RM5,000 and the remaining money donated by

Temporary road closure in Sibu

SIBU: Tong Sang Road situated beside Medan Mall here will be temporarily closed for two weeks to make way for road upgrading works, said the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC). “The upgrading works will be carried out from Jan 15 until further notice for a period of two weeks,” the council

Rainfall alert for Sarawak

KUCHING: The Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a rainfall alert today for seven districts in Sarawak, namely Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, and Mukah. The continuous rainfall warning, effective for over six hours, advises the public to stay informed through MetMalaysia’s official website, social media channels, and the

Health Minister makes courtesy call on Abang Jo 

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg welcomed Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad for a courtesy call at Wisma Bapa Malaysia this morning. This marks Dr. Dzulkefly’s first visit to the Premier since assuming the role of Health Minister on Dec 12, 2023. Dr. Dzulkefly

Kenyalang Jungle: A hidden oasis for food, relaxation

By Kho Ka Hui Kuching is famous for its lively culture and delicious food. In the middle of the city, however, a hidden gem will please both foodies and nature lovers. The Kenyalang Jungle is a unique home-style restaurant that looks like a hidden oasis. It is tucked away in

Celebrating seven years of visionary excellence

HEAVY is the head that wears the crown. Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, ascended to the Premiership seven years ago, stepping into a role that demanded both vision and tenacity. His leadership has been a beacon, steering Sarawak through a transformative journey that has