MUKAH: The rural school electricity grid connection project in Sarawak has enhanced access to quality education while supporting the implementation of digital learning in remote areas. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said the project is a strategic investment by the Sarawak government to ensure rural
JAKARTA: Borneo has the potential to emerge as a new economic powerhouse within ASEAN with stronger strategic cooperation among countries on the island, particularly in green energy, semiconductors and the digital economy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Borneo, which spans three ASEAN members – Indonesia
SIBU: The existing Sibu Prison, which has been in service for more than a century, will be replaced with a new facility under a RM275.33 million redevelopment project aimed at improving prison capacity, safety and rehabilitation outcomes in Sarawak. Federal Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the ageing
JULAU: A total of 61 individuals officially received their appointment certificates as Community and Village Heads (KMKK) for Julau District at the Julau Community Hall on Tuesday (Feb 3). Meluan assemblyman Datuk Rolland Duat Jubin, who officiated the appointment ceremony, said grassroots leaders must always prioritise the interests of the
KUCHING: Visitor arrivals from Singapore to Sarawak hit a historic high last year, with a total of 64,295 visitors recorded, making it the highest-ever from the republic and underscoring Singapore’s importance as one of Sarawak’s key tourism markets. According to the Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (STATOS), the figure
KUCHING: AZAM Sarawak is strengthening the readiness of young speakers for international-level Toastmasters competitions through the organisation of the AZAM Young Souls (AYS) Toastmasters Club Competition. The half-day event served as a structured platform to assess participants’ confidence, public speaking skills and leadership potential following a series of progressive training
KUCHING: Education and training provider MB Edulink Sdn Bhd will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Innovative University College to offer an immersive 10-day programme aimed at developing future STEM-AI educators, targeting the subject of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The 60-hour programme will run from April 20
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar received a courtesy call by a delegation from Majlis Islam Sarawak (MIS) at his official residence in Petra Jaya on Tuesday. The delegation was led by Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Regional Development Agencies, North Kuching City Hall
KUCHING: At a time when illness has reshaped their daily lives, two Sarawak patients battling cancer were reminded that they are not alone, as the hand of compassion reached them in their homes in Kampung Muara Tebas and Kampung Sebat Baru. Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Seri
KUCHING: The principle of equal partnership between Sarawak, Sabah and Malaya is no longer a matter of political interpretation or federal discretion, but is firmly entrenched in the Federal Constitution. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) secretary-general Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew said the party fully supports the remarks made by
