Monday, 9 February 2026

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

Sarawak APM plans Community Exploration Programme in Dalat District

DALAT: The Community Exploration Programme Meeting of the Sarawak Civil Defence Force (APM) in Dalat District recently took place in the meeting room of the Dalat District Office.Dalat APM officer 2nd Lt (PA) Muhammad Helmi Halim stated that the meeting was held to discuss exercises intended for the public.“This includes

PMU visits Pontianak counterpart

MUKAH: Politeknik Mukah (PMU) conducted a visit to Politeknik Negeri Pontianak (POLNEP) from last Feb 17 to 22.The delegation was led by the Head of the International Unit, Mohammad Fardillah Wahi, along with six lecturers in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and trade.“In addition, the programme’s activities aim to facilitate technical

Unity, vision drive Sarawak’s success

LIMBANG: Sarawak’s unique unity and visionary leadership have significantly contributed to the state’s development. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan attributed these factors as the state’s strengths leading to its progress. “The unique social cohesion in Sarawak, bolstered by our visionary leaders and the talents within our community,

Sarawak delegation holds CSR programme in Pontianak

MUKAH: Mukah Polytechnic (PMU) staff and Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sarawak senior lecturers have implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme at Pesantren Al-Murabbi in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia, recently. The delegation was led by PMU Internationalisation Unit head Mohammad Fardillah Wahi. According to a statement issued by PMU, the

Taib an irreplaceable figure: Balingian rep

MUKAH: The late Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud has imparted many words of wisdom to many people. For Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi, the one that stuck by him was the advice by the former Head of State to not “fight against nature”. Abdul Yakub, when expressing his sadness,

Thumbs up to Mutang’s appointment as 20th Dewan Negara president

LIMBANG: The appointment of former Bukit Mas assemblyman Datuk Mutang Tagal as the 20th Dewan Negara president is considered highly credible. Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan expressed pride and confidence in Mutang’s abilities and experience for the position. “This is not something new for him, as

Low electricity bills with solar

SEBUYAU: A solar panel project was launched at Kampung Lumut Baru by i-CATS University College, aimed at empowering the local community with sustainable energy solutions. Launched on July 24 last year, the project had received funding totalling RM40,995.50 from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ Humanitarian Technology Board/Special Interest

Pulau Bruit another potential hybrid rice area

DARO: Pulau Bruit has the potential to be an area for hybrid paddy cultivation. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and Sarawak Public Communication Unit) Datuk Abdullah Saidol said this is because it has fertile land. “Because of that, I suggest that Pulau Bruit be made as

Kaul Oya fest on April 19-21

DALAT: The Kaul Oya Festival is set to return on April 19 to April 21. Minister of Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the festival is being held again after four years of absence. “Head of State Tun Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and

Sarawak govt assists residents to obtain citizenship

PANTU: The Sarawak government remains steadfast in its efforts to resolve documentation-related issues regarding citizenship status. In line with this commitment, the Special Task Force Operation Programme (PPK) was launched at Dewan Sri Pantu here, spanning five days, aimed at assisting residents in securing citizenship. A total of 190 residents