Tuesday, 10 February 2026

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

Youths urged to equip themselves with skills and technological knowledge

DARO: Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad has called on Sarawakians, particularly the younger generation, to prepare themselves by acquiring skills and technological knowledge to align with the government’s current workforce demands. Speaking at the Labour Education Programme with the Community in Daro, held in conjunction with Labour Go Rural Area 5.0

Double victory for SMK St Patrick

MUKAH: SMK St Patrick clinched the championship titles in both the boys’ and girls’ under-18 categories at the 2024 Mukah Divisional School Sports Council (MSSB) Volleyball Tournament recently. In the boys’ category, SMK Three Rivers secured the runner-up position, followed by SMK Belawai in third place. For the girls, SMK

Labour education to rural communities lauded

DARO: The initiative by the Sarawak Labour Department to raise awareness on labour practices among the rural community was lauded by Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad. He said the Community Labour Education Programme benefitted the people in Daro, reminding them to stay vigilant particularly with the rise in job scam cases.

26 recipients receives MRP grants totaling RM215K

MUKAH: The handing over of Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants is evidence of the Sarawak government’s concern for its people. Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi said that with the grant given, the people can use it to do activities together. “Not only that, the grants they receive can be used

Clubs and associations in Tellian receive grants

MUKAH: Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants should be used for the implementation of activities in clubs or associations in the best way possible. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said the MRP grant is an important financial aid to any clubs and associations. “This is because, without this provision, it is quite

Six new special needs centres coming

DALAT: The One-Stop Early Intervention Centre (OSEIC) will expand its services across Sarawak due to the rising number of children with special needs. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah cited statistics showing an increasing demand for these services. “By 2030, we aim to establish six

Awang Tengah stresses importance of mastering science and technology

LAWAS: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan has stressed the critical role of science and technology mastery in ensuring Sarawak keeps pace with rapid technological advancements and economic shifts. “As technology progresses at an unprecedented rate, Sarawak must prepare to embrace and adapt to these changes. “Without mastery

Welfare programme POSKOM reflects commitment to grassroots wellbeing

SARIKEI: The Program ‘Outreach’: Santuni Komuniti (POSKOM), organised by the Sarawak Department of Social Welfare (JKM), underscores the Sarawak government’s deep concern for the welfare of its people at the grassroots level. Tanjong Manis assemblyman Yusuf Abdul Wahab highlighted that this initiative aligns with the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS

Tobha Restaurant donates food packs to Mukah Polytechnic students

MUKAH: Tobha Restaurant extended its support to students by donating 30 packs of roti canai and curry sauce to the Student Food Bank Programme at Mukah Polytechnic (PMU) today. Salihin Den, head of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Mukah Branch, conveyed that this donation aims

Choose your IPTs wisely, students told

MUKAH: Choosing an institution of higher learning (IPT) after completing the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) is very important for furthering one’s education. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said students must consider their qualifications and abilities when making a decision. “The decision needs to be made