Friday, 2 January 2026

Author: News Desk

Festival supports young entrepreneurs

KUCHING: The JingleWish Festival at Canaan Square here stands as a testament to the government’s commitment to fostering a thriving start-up ecosystem for young entrepreneurs. SME Sarawak president Jordan Ong said the festival ,which received support from SME Sarawak, was committed to its mission of bolstering young entrepreneurs and start-ups

School receives cheque for RM134,920

KUCHING: The Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has presented a cheque for RM134,920 to SJK Sam Hap Hin, Jalan Liu Shan Bang, Kota Sentosa. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said this contribution would significantly enhance the learning environment by funding the purchase of new tables and chairs for the teachers

Council reschedules rubbish collection effective Jan 1

KUCHING: Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) will re-schedule the collection hours of rubbish at all four zones under its jurisdiction with effect from Jan 1, 2024. SMC, in a statement, said they are committed to provide efficient and effective municipal solid wastes collection with full cooperation from its communities, businesses and

SEB’s initiatives empower rural entrepreneurs

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB), in conjunction with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Department, has partnered with the Unit Pembelajaran Sepanjang Hayat (SPH) of Kolej Komuniti Mas Gading to organize several programs aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in rural areas. According to a statement from Kolej Komuniti Mas Gading (KKMG), this

Meradong rep inspects sites of rural projects

BINTANGOR: Meradong assemblyman Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing witnessed the handover session of the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) project site recently. The implementation of the RTP is under the supervision of the Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) Sarikei Division for the construction of a new bridge on Kebun Sungai Rayah Bintangor

40km cap for RM1 Flat Rate Bus Fare Subsidy Programme

KUCHING: The RM1 Flat Rate Bus Fare Subsidy Programme will now take a route of not more than 40km and it will start on Jan 1, 2024. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said it is timely for the state government to review the subsidy model so that the

Smart Living

By Tang Jen Chuan Navigating life with electronics In the 21st century, electronic devices have become ubiquitous, seamlessly integrating into nearly every aspect of our existence. The smartphone, a pocket-sized marvel, serves as a prime example, acting as a communication hub, a resource for information, and a gateway to global

Basketball court gets RM200,000 makeover

SARIKEI: A total of RM200,000 has been allocated under the Rural Transformation Project (RTP) programme for the upgrading of the Meranti basketball court here. The contract was handed over by Sarikei District Council assistant engineer Joviana Joklin, to the respective contractor and witnessed by Kapitan Ling Dien Yong, representing Datuk

OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd gets prestigious certifications

BINTULU: OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd has announced its achievement of dual certification in ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System (EMS) and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Management System. Its managing director Chen Xiao Dong said the certifications, accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), underscore the company’s

Fire-affected students receive aid from Sarikei MP

SARIKEI: Six students who were affected by a recent fire at Jalan Kin San, here received vital school supplies to support their educational needs. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii contributed the school necessities with the aim of assisting the students ahead of the upcoming school session. Representatives from