THE Sarawak Government is studying a proposal to upgrade Engkilili from a sub-district to a full district to ensure more efficient service delivery for residents. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Native Law and Customs), Datuk Jefferson Jamit Unyat, said the government has received several applications related to administrative re-delineation
THE state government remain committed to supporting rural residents in building new longhouses as well as repairing existing ones through the Longhouse Loan Scheme. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee said that the Longhouse Loan Scheme provides RM50,000 per door for building
KUCHING: The Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) has officially launched the Sarawak SaaS Accelerator (SaSAR), a flagship initiative designed to accelerate the growth of software startups, Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers in the state. The launch was officiated by SDEC Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Sudarnoto Osman, alongside
PENANG: Kuching is taking bold steps to prepare for an ageing population, with the city’s efforts showcased at the World Health Organisation (WHO) Mayors’ Meeting on Healthy Cities here. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, who was a panellist at the event, shared how the city
TANJUNG MANIS: Efforts are continuing to ensure the younger generation in Kuala Rajang does not fall behind in education. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment and Kuala Rajang state assemblyman, Datuk Len Talif Salleh, said financial incentives are being provided to help outstanding students pursue higher education.
BINTULU: Five students from Kolej Vokasional Bintulu (KV Bintulu) were awarded certificates for completing Projek LINK, a Shell-certified welding programme, at a graduation ceremony held at Kemena Plaza Hotel here. Head of Productions, Shell MDS Malaysia, Yaw Pow Wee said the initiative, delivered through a partnership between Shell Middle Distillate
KUCHING: The Lions Nursing Home is set to host its annual Food Fair 2025 on December 7, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, at its premises, promising a bigger and more impactful event this year. Lions Nursing Home Chairperson, PID Lion Datin Ellis Suriyati Omar, described the community-favourite fair as
KUCHING: Development in Belaga is expected to accelerate as Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has given his full commitment to speeding up the implementation of several strategic projects in the area involving energy infrastructure, housing, and public amenities. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Liwan
KUALA LUMPUR: Author Leonard Sabu has become the first Sarawakian to win the ASEAN International Book Award (AIBA) 2025 for his anti-drug publication titled ‘No to Drug’. The award, presented in Kuala Lumpur last Tuesday, was organised by the National Book Development Foundation (NBDF) in collaboration with the Majlis Buku
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to host Malaysia’s first-ever global digital festival with the federal government and the Sarawak Government agreeing to stage the Borneo Animation and Games Festival (BAGF) next year. Digital Minister Gobind Singh said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has given his approval for
